Carpenter Foreman — Doors, Frames & Hardware (Mableton, GA)

About This Role

Lead DFH (door, frame, hardware) installations on commercial projects in Mableton, GA. This foreman-level carpenter role combines hands-on installation with planning, quality control, and crew supervision. You’ll read drawings and hardware schedules, set pre-task plans and 2-week look-aheads, and ensure installs meet industry standards. You’ll mentor craft team members, coordinate with other trades, track productivity, and assist the DFH Superintendent. This job requires technical installation experience (hollow metal/wood doors, welded/knock-down frames, electrified hardware), good communication, and familiarity with construction software like Bluebeam and BIM 360.

What You'll Do

• • Read and interpret plans, door & hardware schedules, and project timelines; verify install locations and sequences.
• • Create and manage pre-task plans, 2-week look-aheads, and daily productivity tracking for the crew.
• • Install, adjust and troubleshoot hollow metal and wood doors, welded and knock-down frames, and hardware (including electrified hardware).
• • Provide on-site direction, delegate daily tasks, train and mentor craft team members, and enforce quality and best practices.
• • Coordinate with other trades, suppliers and manufacturer tech services to resolve field issues and keep the schedule on track.
• • Handle basic crew administration: sign-in/sign-out oversight, time entry, and use construction software (Bluebeam, BIM 360, PlanGrid, Excel, Outlook, Box).

What We're Looking For

• • Proven commercial DFH installation experience: hollow metal & wood doors, welded/knock-down frames, closers, panic devices, locks, electrified hardware.
• • Ability to read and interpret drawings, door & hardware schedules, and measurement/layout tasks.
• • Supervisory experience directing crews, training team members, and managing productivity to meet schedule goals.
• • Familiarity with construction software: Bluebeam, BIM 360, PlanGrid, Excel, Outlook, Box (or similar).
• • Strong troubleshooting skills with hardware (experience with Von Duprin, LCN, Hager is a plus) and ability to perform field modifications.
• • Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to work on-site in commercial construction environments.

Qualifications

• • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 (required)
• • Competent Person training (preferred)
• • DHI COR101 (recommended)
• • Forklift and Lull lift training/certification (preferred)
• • CPR and First Aid certification
• • Able to communicate in English and Spanish
• • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

What We Offer

• • $29–$36 per hour (based on experience)
• • Overtime available on scheduled projects
• • Paid safety training and certification support (OSHA, CPR/First Aid, DHI recommendations)
• • Hands-on mentorship with clear path for advancement to superintendent-level roles
• • Stable commercial work and the chance to work with leading DFH products and manufacturers

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