Foreman

Foreman Position

Join us and be a part of our collaborative company culture, providing innovative, quality-built construction projects as a leading retail general contractor throughout California and the western United States.

Do you take pride in hands-on construction work and leading from the field? Do you naturally step up to coordinate crews, keep projects moving, and ensure work is installed safely and correctly? If so, keep reading:

We are looking for a Foreman who will coordinate and oversee daily site construction activities under the supervision of the Field Manager. You will support the successful completion of projects with precision, craftsmanship, organization, and documentation — ensuring jobs are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.

To Be Successful in This Role:

You lead by example. You demonstrate a strong work ethic and leadership presence on-site. You hold yourself and others accountable, maintain professionalism in fast-paced retail environments, and build positive working relationships with subcontractors, inspectors, clients, and EWB personnel.

You are accountable. You help schedule and coordinate inspections, track RFIs, submit daily reports, and maintain clear communication with your Field Manager. You follow through and ensure tasks are completed thoroughly and correctly.

You value safety and quality. You promote safe work practices at all times and immediately address potential hazards. You take pride in producing quality craftsmanship and maintaining organized, clean job sites that reflect EWB's standards.

You are hands-on and technically skilled. You possess strong carpentry and fixturing skills and work with tools the majority of the time. You can read and interpret civil, architectural, and mechanical plans and understand construction sequencing.

Essential duties may include:

In the first 30 days and ongoing:

• Complete onboarding program including safety training and equipment certifications
• Learn EWB processes, documentation standards, and reporting expectations
• Use Procore to document project progress and submit daily reports
• Coordinate and attend required building and trade inspections
• Assist in maintaining organized, clean, and safe job sites
• Build positive working relationships with subcontractors and inspectors
• Perform hands-on carpentry, fixturing, and installation work

By the 90-day mark and ongoing:

• Effectively coordinate daily field activities under supervision of the Field Manager
• Successfully manage inspection scheduling and documentation requirements
• Create, submit, and track RFIs and RFI responses
• Identify and communicate potential job site issues before they impact schedule
• Promote and enforce safety procedures consistently
• Maintain high-quality workmanship that meets EWB standards

Within the 6th month mark and ongoing:

• Confidently oversee daily job site operations with minimal supervision
• Demonstrate leadership presence with subcontractors and field crews
• Maintain strong organization of job site materials, equipment, and documentation
• Step into active projects and support the Field Manager in driving schedule performance
• Consistently deliver "clean and tight" work areas with minimal punch list items

Education, skills & experience:

• Strong carpentry and fixturing experience required
• Ability to read and interpret civil, architectural, and mechanical plans
• Must be computer literate with working knowledge of Procore
• Proficient with standard carpentry tools
• Ability to operate forklift and scissor lift
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated history of working safely and adhering to safety standards
• Ability to climb ladders and roofs
• Lift a minimum of 30 pounds
• Work extended hours outdoors in various climates
• Successfully complete PFT Exam with Category I or II clearance

Who We Are:

Since 1983, Eleven Western Builders, Inc. has been a leading retail general contractor, delivering innovative, quality-built construction projects to a diverse group of clients. We approach every project with a goal of total satisfaction for our clients, ourselves, and all members of the project team, ready to conquer any obstacle that may arise.

At Eleven Western Builders, we keep our promise to build the best projects by providing our clients with top-level management and the highest quality fieldwork on projects throughout California and the western United States. We love this work, we were built to do it, and we are ready to earn our clients' trust.

Salary Range: $30-$40/hour

Benefits: Competitive wages, annual performance-based bonuses, health benefits package, 401(k), company issued cell phone, paid holidays, vacation & sick time.