Construction Foreman

TerraFirma Foundation Systems

$80K — $140K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1+ year leadership experience as a Foreman or Project Lead
  • Experience in foundation repair, crawl space encapsulation, or basement waterproofing preferred
  • Familiarity with installing Helical/Push Piers and/or Pin Piles is a plus
  • Strong communication skills for motivating and managing a team
  • Basic construction/mechanical knowledge and hands-on equipment experience
  • Ability to read engineering plans and job specifications
  • Comfortable using mobile technology for project management
  • Fluent in English; Spanish is beneficial
  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Valid driver's license or CDL with clean record

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a high-performance crew with effective task coordination
  • Supervise and provide training to team members on-site
  • Enforce safety protocols and conduct thorough safety checks
  • Monitor project timelines and budgets to ensure efficiency
  • Motivate team and address performance issues promptly
  • Review job specifications to prepare for installations
  • Conduct on-site assessments to plan work execution
  • Drive company vehicle to various job sites daily
  • Collect payments and ensure accurate documentation post-job

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Short and Long-Term Disability coverage
  • Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
  • 7 Paid Holidays and PTO
  • Wellness Programs
  • Family-oriented company culture
Full Job Description
Foreman

Are you a proven leader who takes ownership of the job site and sets the standard for excellence?

At TerraFirma, our Foremen are the backbone of every job site. You're not just managing a crew - you're owning safety, quality, productivity, and team performance on every project. If you have construction leadership experience and a track record of leading teams - this role is built for you.

POSITION SUMMARY

You'll lead your crew from start to finish on every production job - coordinating tasks and assignments, monitoring project progress, and keeping work on track from both a time and budgetary standpoint. You'll mentor your team, deliver high-quality installations, and ensure every customer experience reflects the TerraFirma standard.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead, Manage & Accountability

  • Lead a high-performance crew, coordinating assignments based on work priority, schedules, and workforce availability
  • Supervise crew members and provide on-the-job training to Installers and Co-Foremen
  • Enforce safety protocols and conduct regular safety checks - safety is non-negotiable on every job site
  • Monitor project progress and keep jobs on track from a time and budgetary standpoint
  • Motivate and recognize your team to foster a positive, high-performance work culture
  • Address performance issues promptly and loop in the Production Manager as needed


Installations

  • Review job specifications to determine materials, tools, and equipment needed before arriving on site
  • Assess job site conditions on arrival and set forth a clear plan - time allotment, tool needs, and work order
  • Install TerraFirma products and services, driving quality workmanship and on-time completion
  • Troubleshoot and innovate on the spot to resolve challenges and meet company standards and timetables
  • Drive the company vehicle to and from the job site daily
  • Work in small or tight enclosed spaces such as crawlspaces and basements safely
  • Collect payment upon job completion and ensure all final documentation is completed accurately and submitted to the proper parties


Customer Service

  • Provide customers with superior quality and service while on site
  • Keep customers informed throughout the project using TerraFirma's messaging system
  • Clearly explain any job changes and obtain customer approval before proceeding
  • Confirm satisfaction at completion - review all work to ensure it meets or exceeds expectations
  • Leave every job site clean - often better than you found it


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum 1 year of leadership experience as a Foreman or Project Lead
  • Experience in foundation repair, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, or concrete lifting preferred
  • Prior experience installing Helical/Push Piers and/or Pin Piles a plus
  • Strong communication skills - ability to motivate, delegate, and hold a team accountable
  • Basic construction or mechanical knowledge with hands-on equipment experience
  • Able to read and interpret engineering plans and job specifications
  • Comfortable using mobile technology - phones, apps, and tablets - for project management
  • Fluent in English (spoken, written); Spanish is a plus
  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Valid driver's license or CDL with a clean driving record
  • Must meet company vehicle insurance requirements


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Lift and carry materials up to 50lbs regularly
  • Stand, walk, and perform strenuous labor for extended periods
  • Work in small or tight enclosed spaces such as crawlspaces and basements
  • Work outdoors in all weather conditions


COMPENSATION

Competitive pay: $26-$35/hr DOE ($80,000-$140,000+ potential annual earnings with overtime and bonuses)

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
  • Short and Long-Term Disability coverage
  • Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
  • 7 Paid Holidays + PTO
  • Wellness Programs
  • A family-oriented culture where you're treated like one of our own


OUR VALUES: F.I.R.M.

At TerraFirma, our values aren't a poster on the wall - they're how we show up every day. We're looking for people who share our commitment to:

  • Family - We treat our team like family and support each other on and off the job site
  • Integrity - We do the right thing, even when no one is watching
  • Resilience - We push through challenges and come out stronger
  • Mastery - We take pride in our craft and always strive to be better


This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.

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