Carpenter Foreman

HENSEL PHELPS • Huntsville, AL

2d

About The Position

This position performs carpentry work primarily in support of structural concrete construction. Responsibilities include building, installing, aligning, bracing, and removing concrete formwork and falsework systems for foundations, slabs, walls, columns, and decks. Falsework refers to the temporary shoring and support structures that hold concrete forms and freshly placed concrete in position until the concrete has cured and is self‑supporting. The role requires reading and interpreting construction documents, performing accurate layout, and coordinating closely with concrete crews to ensure safety, quality, and compliance prior to and during concrete placement. This is a safety‑sensitive position.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Carpenter
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• In‑depth carpentry knowledge with emphasis on concrete construction
• Experience using and maintaining power tools and small hand tools
• Ability to take initiative and ask questions
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Workers must provide their own safety footwear
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with co‑workers and stakeholders
• Strong mathematical reasoning and quantitative skills
• Reliable transportation and consistent work attendance

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 10 Certification, preferred
• CPR & First Aid Certification, preferred
• Experience in construction layout, blueprint reading, and shop drawing interpretation, preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee and assist with the assembly, installation, bracing, alignment, and removal of concrete formwork and falsework, including temporary shoring and support systems used during concrete placement.
• Perform layout for concrete construction, including form lines, elevations, embeds, blockouts, and anchor bolts, using blueprints, shop drawings, and field measurements.
• Support concrete placement operations by verifying form integrity, dimensions, and readiness prior to pours and assisting during placement as required.
• Use assorted power tools and small hand tools, including ten‑pound sledgehammers, shovels, picks, handsaws, skill saws, and drills to support concrete construction activities.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and sketches to fully understand project requirements and assign crews appropriately.
• Manage materials related to concrete operations, including form materials, hardware, embeds, and accessories.
• Monitor project performance and provide updates to management.
• Coordinate with other trade foremen and superintendents to maintain proper sequencing and workflow.
• Promote and enforce a safe work environment, communicate jobsite hazards, secure the jobsite daily, and ensure proper material storage.

Benefits

• Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our full-time employees.
• This position is eligible for company-paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, and our employee assistance program (EAP).
• Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge.
• As a result, employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire.
• Based on position location, a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees