Commercial Foreman

Hampton Roads Contracting Inc•Newport News, VA

3d•$35 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Hampton Roads Contracting, Inc., a general contractor in Virginia, is hiring a Commercial Foreman to perform and supervise construction work on projects, primarily in industrial environments such as shipyards. Reporting to the General Foreman, this role carries out field work including carpentry, renovation, demolition, and installation, while coordinating daily job operations and overseeing crews. Assignments may change according to project needs, and employees may be asked to work outside their primary trade to support project completion. The Commercial Foreman supervises field employees, oversees daily tasks and timekeeping, provides training and mentorship, ensures job-site safety, supports employee development, reports progress to the General Foreman, and administers discipline as needed. The role requires continuous on-site supervision in active construction settings and effective work in hazardous conditions. Work takes place on active construction sites, typically in a shipyard environment, indoors or outdoors as project needs dictate. Conditions can include heavy equipment and vehicle traffic, noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, uneven or slippery surfaces, extreme weather, heights, areas over or near water, and confined or restricted spaces. Required protective equipment includes hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, and other task-specific PPE. Candidates are classified and paid according to their experience, skills, qualifications, and certifications. Foreman I pay is $35.00–$42.49 per hour; Foreman II pay is $42.50–$50.39 per hour.

Requirements

Previous supervisory experience and extensive applicable knowledge in the field of work.
5–10 years of experience in carpentry, renovation, demolition, and/or installation work.
Ability to read and comprehend engineered sketches and drawings.
Ability to delegate responsibilities and individual projects to crew members and contractors.
Enthusiastic, professional, and positive attitude.
Strong work ethic.
Ability to work long hours.
Ability to pass a background check.
Valid driver's license and ability to operate company vehicles safely.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, up to 8–12 hours per day.
Ability to perform a wide range of functional motion tasks, including repetitive gripping, reaching, and operating hand and power tools.
Ability to frequently lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift more with assistance.
Ability to push and pull materials and tools.
Ability to work on and navigate uneven surfaces and at heights, while maintaining balance and coordination in active construction or shipyard environments.
Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including extreme heat and cold, rain, wind, humidity, dust, and noise.
Ability to wear required PPE, including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, and task-specific protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, plans, specifications, engineered sketches, and drawings.
Oversee and manage the daily activities of a crew of 2 to 10 members.
Train and mentor employees to improve the quality and efficiency of their work.
Perform and oversee trade-related construction, including carpentry, renovation, demolition, and installation.
Perform finish and trim carpentry, including installing baseboards, crown molding, hardware, and door and window casing.
Install doors, windows, ceiling systems, cabinetry, countertops, built-ins, and appliances.
Operate and maintain equipment such as boom lifts and scissor lifts, including performing work at elevated heights.
Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment.
Operate hand and power tools to build assigned projects securely.
Communicate effectively with crews, customers, subcontractors, and supervisors.
Develop and follow job schedules to support timely project completion.
Plan job steps and apply best practices to maintain progress, safety, and efficiency.
Supervise active construction job sites, maintain an on-site presence, and ensure work follows safety protocols.
Enforce company policies, procedures, industry regulations, and customer requirements.
Oversee routine tasks and manage crew timekeeping and attendance.
Support employee development, report progress to the General Foreman, and administer disciplinary actions as needed.
Perform additional supervisory and general construction duties as required to support project success.
Operate company vehicles safely.