Foreman

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

1. Jobsite Leadership & Crew Management

Lead and supervise installation crews on assigned projects including:

• Company installers
• Temporary labor personnel from partner labor companies

Responsibilities include:

• Assigning tasks and directing daily work activities
• Ensuring crews understand project scope and installation sequence
• Maintaining productivity and installation efficiency
• Monitoring crew performance and professionalism on site
• Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to installers and working leads.

2. Project Execution & Installation Oversight

Oversee installation of contract furniture systems including but not limited to:

• Panel systems and workstations
• Benching and desking systems
• Case goods and freestanding furniture
• Seating and accessories
• Storage systems and filing components
• Architectural walls or modular environments (when applicable)

Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing installation drawings and specifications prior to work
• Ensuring installations follow manufacturer requirements (Steelcase and other manufacturers)
• Sequencing installation activities for efficient workflow
• Ensuring proper alignment, leveling, and functionality of all installed products
• Resolving field installation issues as they arise
• Daily communication about project status, schedule adherence, changes of scope, problems, and customer satisfaction utilizing daily logs and field software(s).

3. Coordination with Project Teams

Serve as the primary field point of contact for installation-related matters.

Coordinate with:

• Project Managers
• Scheduling
• Warehouse / Logistics
• General contractors
• Client representatives

Communicate:

• Jobsite progress
• Issues or delays
• Product shortages or damage
• Labor requirements and schedule updates
• Provide updates to ensure projects stay on schedule.

4. Material & Inventory Management

Verify materials delivered to the jobsite match project requirements/delivery tickets.

Responsibilities include:

• Confirming product quantities and condition upon delivery
• Organizing materials for efficient installation
• Reporting missing, damaged, or incorrect product
• Coordinating with warehouse or project management for replacements
• Ensure tools, equipment, and materials are properly maintained and secured.

5. Quality Control & Project Closeout

Maintain high standards of installation quality by:

• Reviewing layouts and installation plans prior to work
• Inspecting completed work areas
• Ensuring installations meet manufacturer specifications and company standards
• Managing punch list items and corrections
• Assisting with final walkthroughs and project completion
• Provide feedback to internal and labor partners on performance or quality issues

6. Safety & Jobsite Compliance

Promote safety culture and enforce a safe working environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring compliance with company safety policies and jobsite safety requirements
• Enforcing proper PPE use
• Maintaining clean and organized work areas
• Following client and general contractor safety rules
• Reporting incidents, near misses, or unsafe conditions
• Support company safety initiatives and training programs.

7. Training & Development

Support development of installation personnel by:

• Training junior installers and Level 1–3 installers
• Demonstrating proper installation techniques
• Promoting productivity, quality, and professionalism
• Helping develop future crew leaders and foremen

8. Additional Responsibilities

• Site verifications as requested by Installation Manager or Installation Supervisor
• On-site quality inspections of installation work and safety practices
• Sourcing hardware and materials needed for installations
• Equipment & tool repair and maintenance
• Checking in and out tools and equipment to installers
• Fleet training and ride-along assessments

Qualifications

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• Advanced knowledge of contract furniture installation practices
• Strong understanding of Steelcase systems or similar contract furniture manufacturers
• Ability to read and interpret installation drawings and floor plans
• Proven ability to lead and manage installation crews
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Effective communication and coordination skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced jobsite environments
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Readily accepts new challenges and seeks to improve skills and knowledge

Education / Experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

• 5+ years of commercial furniture installation experience
• 2.5+ years of experience leading installation crews preferred
• Experience installing complex panel systems and modular furniture preferred
• Experience managing labor company installers or subcontracted crews preferred

Language Skills

• Ability to read, comprehend, write and communicate in English
• Follow simple instructions, short correspondence and memos
• Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations to customers and other employees

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work performed primarily on commercial jobsites
• Frequent lifting of furniture components (up to 75 lbs. with assistance)
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, climb ladders, and work with tools for extended periods
• Use of installation tools and equipment required
• Travel to jobsites within the service region required
• Some early mornings, extended hours, or weekend work based on project schedules
• Must have a valid driver’s license, maintain a clean driving record and meet all eligibility requirements to drive a company vehicle
• Ability to pass a drug screen and criminal background check