Carpenter Foreman

Job Title: Carpenter Foreman

Job Description

This hands-on Carpenter Foreman role leads field crews on commercial new construction projects, including schools and multifamily buildings. You will work with tools daily while overseeing carpenters and subcontractors, coordinating layout and scheduling, and ensuring work meets quality and safety standards. The role combines field leadership, technical carpentry expertise, and strong communication to keep projects running smoothly and on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a crew of approximately 5–10 carpenters and subcontractors on commercial new construction projects, including school and multifamily builds.

• Work as a hands-on foreman who actively wears tools and performs carpentry tasks such as framing and finish carpentry as needed.

• Coordinate and assist with project layout to ensure accurate placement and installation of building components.

• Support project scheduling activities by organizing daily tasks, sequencing work, and helping keep the project on time.

• Conduct regular toolbox talks to communicate safety expectations, project updates, and daily work plans to the crew.

• Read and interpret blueprints and construction documents to guide field operations and ensure work aligns with project plans.

• Use Bluebeam and other construction technology to review drawings, details, and specifications for field execution.

• Oversee the quality of work performed by carpenters and subcontractors, ensuring adherence to project standards and specifications.

• Collaborate closely with the Superintendent to communicate progress, address issues, and implement solutions in the field.

• Open and close the jobsite each day, ensuring the site is secure, organized, and ready for work.

• Promote and enforce safe work practices on site, including proper use of equipment and adherence to safety guidelines.

• Occasionally operate construction equipment such as forklifts, skid steers, scissor lifts, and boom lifts as needed for project activities.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in commercial construction, specifically on new build projects such as schools and multifamily developments.

• Strong carpentry background, including both framing and finish carpentry in a commercial environment.

• Demonstrated experience leading and supervising field crews, including carpenters and subcontractors, on active jobsites.

• Ability to work as a hands-on foreman who is comfortable wearing tools and performing physical carpentry work.

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and construction drawings.

• Experience using Bluebeam or similar construction document software for reviewing plans and details.

• Solid understanding of construction layout and the ability to assist with accurate field layout activities.

• Strong communication and leadership skills to conduct toolbox talks and clearly direct daily work activities.

• Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and support project scheduling in a fast-paced construction environment.

• Commitment to jobsite safety and adherence to safe work practices when supervising crews and operating equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating construction equipment such as forklifts, skid steers, scissor lifts, and boom lifts.

• Certification from CITC or completion of a union carpentry apprenticeship program, preferred but not required.

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 safety certification, preferred but not required.

• background in roles such as assistant superintendent or similar field leadership positions is a plus.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with a Superintendent and broader project team.

• Strong sense of integrity, reliability, and accountability in managing people and work on site.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable and growing general contractor that offers the feel of a close-knit, family-oriented organization. You will work in an environment that values integrity, leadership, and long-term relationships, rather than short-term gains. The company has experienced steady, sustainable growth over the past several years, providing a strong foundation for career development and advancement. You will be trusted with meaningful responsibility in the field and supported by a team that respects your expertise and commitment.

Work Environment

This role is based on active commercial new construction jobsites, including school and other commercial projects in the South Denver area. You will primarily work outdoors and in partially enclosed structures, often in varying weather conditions typical of a construction environment. The position requires being on site to open and close the project each day, with a typical workweek of approximately 50–60 hours. You will work closely with the Superintendent and coordinate daily with carpenters, subcontractors, and other field personnel. The environment is fast-paced and tool-intensive, with regular use of carpentry tools and occasional operation of equipment such as forklifts, skid steers, scissor lifts, and boom lifts. Standard construction site attire and appropriate personal protective equipment are expected at all times.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Englewood, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Englewood,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.