Foreman

Dowbuilt • New York, NY

16d • $42 - $54

About The Position

We’re hiring a Foreman for one-of-a-kind, high-end residential project. Dowbuilt foremen are bags-on lead carpenters and the right hand of our site superintendents. They are responsible for reading plans and lining-out subcontractors and crew. About 50% of their time is spent on tools and putting high-quality work in place, while communicating expectations with precision and clarity. This position sets a well-rounded lead carpenter up for a successful transition into a superintendent role over time, while working with teams, that are dedicated to the highest levels of quality and craftsmanship.

Requirements

• 6+ years high-end residential carpentry experience; highly competent and skilled in framing
• The ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications; understand vertical and horizontal control lines
• Advanced construction math skills
• The ability to think ahead and see the big picture. Understand the WHY behind the work and how what you're doing today will impact what's coming next
• Proficiency with proper use of tools and equipment and full complement of tools including specialty tools
• Excellent communication and team-building skills
• Ability to take and give direction
• Technical constructability knowledge and experience with both traditional and new materials
• Reliable transportation and a clean driving record
• U.S. work authorization

Nice To Haves

• The ability to communicate in Spanish at a conversational level is highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Putting work in place; this is a bags-on role, executing framing carpentry, while also lining out other crew members and sub trades
• Layout
• Participation in quality control for all scopes of work - self performed as well as subcontracted
• Assisting in creating site documentation and as-built drawings
• Serve as first point of contact for subcontractor questions
• Collaborate with subcontractors to find solutions; come to superintendent with possible solutions to problems, be willing to come to the table prepared and engaged in the process
• Estimating materials and time to perform work proposed
• Being able to run small projects as a working lead; coordinate crew to maximize productivity
• Working with the superintendent to create daily schedule and take responsibility for its execution
• Being the company representative when the superintendent is unavailable
• Opening and closing the job site as requested
• Discussing work with clients, architects, partners and inspectors with diplomacy, clarity, and patience as necessary
• Maintaining effective, respectful communication with field crew, subs, clients, partners, and team, always
• Minimizing material use to prevent waste and unnecessary cost
• Managing material deliveries, handling, storage, and placement
• Being a positive advocate for safety in action and attitude; reinforce awareness to reduce the risk of injury or citation and know OSHA requirements for your location and site
• Maintaining a safe and secure site (i.e., ensure safety of all people, tools, and materials)
• Maintain accurate documentation in the daily job log

Benefits

• Competitive pay commensurate with skills and experience
• 100% paid Medical, Dental, Vision, short-term disability and $50k in basic life insurance for full-time employees – 1st of the month following DOH
• 35% Medical and 30% Dental + Vision coverage for eligible dependents
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with 3% employer safe harbor contribution
• 8 paid holidays each year, no waiting period
• Paid Time-Off (PTO) – 0.046 hours per 1 hour worked (approx. 12 days for full-time employees) with an increase to this accrual each January with years of service up to max of 176 hours/22 days annually
• Annual tool stipend and tool loan policy
• Education/Tuition Reimbursement program
• Opportunities to build for Dowbuilt in other regions, if desired

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed