Carpentry Construction Foreman

Job Description

Job Description

Construction Foreman – Lead Field Operations and Crew Execution | KAIKER DEVELOPMENT + CONSTRUCTION

Job Overview:

• Company: KAIKER DEVELOPMENT + CONSTRUCTION
• Salary/Pay Rate: $65,000 - $80,000 per year (based on experience)
• Location: Job Sites in OH, IN and KY
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Residential and Commercial
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: N/A

The Opportunity:

As a Construction Foreman, you will serve as a vital on-site leader, directly managing internal crews and coordinating daily carpentry and field operations. This working leadership role allows you to combine your hands-on trade skills with your passion for mentoring teams. You will collaborate closely with superintendents and upper management in an environment that prioritizes clear communication and keeps the process simple.

How You Will Make an Impact:

• Complete and direct daily hands-on carpentry work while guiding the field activities of on-site personnel.
• Coordinate field labor, equipment, and materials to maintain high project productivity and strict schedule alignment.
• Read and interpret project blueprints, structural specifications, scopes of work, and scheduling timelines accurately.
• Enforce strict site safety protocols and OSHA standards to keep your crew protected and compliant.
• Monitor ongoing quality control to ensure all craftsmanship meets precise company and client expectations.
• Maintain accurate daily field documentation, including progress reports, timecards, and production records.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of related construction supervisory and leadership experience.
• Proven track record as a strong listener who takes direction and advice well from superintendents and office management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and manage field crews while remaining hardworking and adaptable.
• Strong knowledge of building methods, materials, and structural blueprints for residential and commercial spaces.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience training, mentoring, and developing junior crew members or apprentices on active jobsites.
• High proficiency in managing material allocations and tracking tool inventory to eliminate waste.
• OSHA 10, OSHA 30 certifications.
• Proven experience handling shifting priorities smoothly while keeping field operations on schedule.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary ranging from $65,000 to $80,000 based on experience.
• Stable bi-weekly pay cycle.
• 401(k) retirement savings program with an available employer match.
• Full health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance options available.
• Comprehensive paid time off package covering holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Access to professional career development, technical certifications, and manufacturer training.
• Company vehicle provided for operational and field support.

About Us: KAIKER DEVELOPMENT + CONSTRUCTION specializes in premium general construction across residential and commercial sectors. Our philosophy is simple: we simply keep the process simple. We foster an environment built on mutual respect, hard work, and continuous mentorship, providing our field leaders with the clear path they need to build lasting careers. Learn more at

KAIKER DEVELOPMENT + CONSTRUCTION is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations.

It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.