Carpenter Project Foreman | Commercial Construction
Quality Work. Safe Practices. Supportive Team.
Michael Kinder & Sons, Inc., a fourth-generation family-owned Design-Build firm, is seeking a Construction Foreman to support onsite field operations. This role is responsible for coordinating day-to-day jobsite activities to ensure work is completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards - while exceeding client expectations. The Foreman will oversee field personnel, subcontractors, and suppliers, and help maintain strong working relationships with the full project team. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced construction environment and is comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.
MKS is a team. We ensure that all team members feel valued by living our Core Values. In this role, you will be expected to:
- Be Transformational
- Be Exceptional
- Be Accountable
- Be Meaningful
- Be Safe
THE JOB |
SITE MANAGEMENT
- Maintain a clean and organized work zone, ensuring tools and materials are stored properly.
- Ensure crew compliance with site rules, including access paths, break areas, and safety zones.
- Report site issues or conflicts to the superintendent for resolution.
QUALITY CONTROL
- Execute tasks according to approved drawings and standards, ensure crew understands expectations.
- Inspect and verify crew work daily, correcting deficiencies before escalation.
- Communicate quality concerns proactively, escalating unresolved issues to the superintendent.
SCHEDULE MANAGEMENT
- Execute daily tasks according to schedule, ensuring crew productivity aligns with expectations.
- Report progress and obstacles to superintendent promptly.
- Adjust crew assignments to maintain pace and meet deadlines.
COST CONTROL
- Use materials and tools efficiently, minimizing waste and damage.
- Prevent rework through proper execution and crew oversight.
- Report potential cost issues, such as delays or material shortages, to the superintendent.
SAFETY & COMPLIANCE
- Enforce crew-level safety practices, ensuring proper use of PPE, tools, and equipment at all times.
- Identify and report hazards immediately, correcting when possible and escalating unresolved issues.
- Participate actively in safety meetings and training, reinforce safety culture, and encourage accountability.
PARTNERSHIP / TEAMING
- Work cooperatively with other trades, avoid conflicts, and support shared site goals.
- Communicate needs and issues respectfully, maintaining professionalism.
- Encourage teamwork within the crew, promoting accountability and support.
CLIENT RELATIONSHIPS
- Maintain a clean and respectful work area, especially in visible or client-accessible zones.
- Greet clients courteously when appropriate, representing the company positively.
- Support site presentation and professionalism, ensuring crew behavior aligns with expectations.
The above job description is general in nature and may not identify all the duties/functions required to complete the day-to-day Foreman tasks.
MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP
- Ensure Client Satisfaction by recognizing and meeting all Client needs.
- Provide leadership through team building communications, motivation, confidence, good judgement, accountability and listening to others
- Communicate effectively, both written and verbal.
- Support and assist as needed by all team members in their roles.
- Ensure that all parties know the importance of safety on the project and educate as needed.
NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 5 years of commercial/industrial construction experience
- Experience as lead foreman on commercial construction projects
- OSHA 30 certification.
- Ability to read, understand and execute construction work as defined in the drawings, specifications, addenda, submittals, technical manuals, and product/material installation instructions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel.
- Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods)
- Ability to implement and follow Company policies, procedures and standards is essential
- Excellent communication, organizational, supervisory, and planning skills required
PREFERRED SKILLS
- Procore experience desired but not required.
JOIN THE FAMILY
Michael Kinder and Sons, a fourth-generation family-owned Plan, Design, Build construction firm is a leader in the design-build construction industry. Innovate Commercial Interiors is a fast-growing furniture sales company. Allied Commercial Real Estate is a trusted name known for its transparency. The MKS family of businesses is committed to serving our clients by providing the highest level of services. We are a company that is a rare combination of tradition and transformation. We won’t accept less than the best for all our clients.
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Fort Wayne Design Build Firm | Michael Kinder and Sons