About this role
Hands-on Carpenter Foreman needed in Cartersville, GA to lead carpentry crews performing concrete formwork on commercial or civil projects. This is a field-based role that combines crew leadership, hands-on form carpentry, and coordination with site superintendents to ensure safe, accurate concrete placements. You will direct day-to-day formwork activities: assign tasks, verify layout and form assembly, inspect work for quality, and maintain schedule and materials flow. Expect an early-start, full-time construction schedule with overtime and occasional weekend work as project demands require.
What you'll do
- Lead and supervise carpentry crews installing concrete formwork; set daily tasks and monitor productivity
- Lay out, build, adjust, strip, and repair forms per plans and specifications
- Read and interpret drawings, stakes, elevations, and layout marks; ensure form tolerances are met
- Coordinate with superintendents, concrete crews, and inspectors to plan pours and sequencing
- Enforce site safety, conduct toolbox talks, and ensure PPE and safe work practices are followed
- Track crew hours, report progress, inspect quality, and manage on-site materials and small tools
What we're looking for
- Proven experience leading formwork crews on commercial or civil concrete projects
- Strong hands-on carpentry skills with concrete formwork, layout, and shoring systems
- Ability to read construction drawings and set accurate layout for forms
- Leadership and crew management: assign work, coach apprentices, and maintain crew performance
- Familiar with on-site foreman duties: scheduling, timekeeping, and basic reporting
- Comfortable working in outdoor conditions and performing physical labor
Qualifications
- Journeyman carpenter certification or equivalent field experience
- OSHA 10 (or OSHA 30 preferred) card
- First Aid/CPR certification preferred
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to Cartersville jobsite
- Ability to pass background check and drug screen
- English required for on-site communication; Spanish a plus
What we offer
- Site-paid PPE and tool allowance or support for required tools
- Health insurance options and retirement plan enrollment
- Paid time off and holiday time according to company policy
- Overtime opportunities on active projects and consistent project work
- Hands-on training and clear path for career advancement into senior foreman roles
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