Foreman

About the role

Join us and be a part of our collaborative company culture, providing innovative, quality-built construction projects as a leading retail general contractor throughout California and the western United States. This role is ideal if you take pride in hands-on construction work, naturally coordinate crews, and ensure work is installed safely and correctly. You will travel and work day or night shifts based on project needs, overseeing daily construction activities under the supervision of the Field Manager to complete projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Complete the onboarding program, including safety training, OSHA 30, and equipment certifications.
• Learn EWB processes, documentation standards, and reporting expectations; use StruXure to document project progress and submit daily reports.
• Assist in maintaining organized, clean, and safe job sites.
• Perform hands-on carpentry, fixturing, and installation work.
• Effectively coordinate daily field activities under the supervision of the Field Manager.
• Identify and communicate potential jobsite issues before they impact the schedule.
• Promote and enforce safety procedures consistently; participate in safety meetings.
• Maintain high-quality workmanship that meets EWB standards.
• Oversee daily jobsite operations with minimal supervision, demonstrating leadership with subcontractors and field crews.
• Maintain strong organization of jobsite materials, equipment, and documentation.
• Support the Field Manager in driving schedule performance.
• Deliver clean and organized work areas with minimal punch list items.
• Accurately document daily production and submit timely daily reports with photos.
• Maintain clear communication with your Field Manager and follow through on tasks.
• Work professionally in occupied retail environments while minimizing disruption to customers, clients, and store operations.

Requirements

• Strong carpentry and fixturing experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural plans.
• Computer literate.
• Proficient with standard carpentry hand tools.
• Ability to operate a forklift and scissor lift.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated history of working safely and adhering to safety standards.
• Ability to climb ladders and work on roofs.
• Lift a minimum of 30 pounds.
• Work extended hours outdoors in various climates.
• Reliable means of transportation.
• Able to travel for up to two weeks at a time.
• Able to work night shifts as project needs require.

About us

Since 1983, Eleven Western Builders, Inc. has been a leading retail general contractor, delivering innovative, quality-built construction projects to a diverse group of clients. We approach every project with a goal of total satisfaction for our clients, ourselves, and all members of the project team, ready to conquer any obstacle that may arise. We keep our promise to build the best projects by providing top-level management and the highest quality fieldwork throughout California and the western United States.

Pay

$30-$40/hour

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Annual performance-based bonuses
• Health benefits package
• 401(k)
• Company-issued cell phone
• Paid holidays
• Vacation & sick time