What are the responsibilities and job description for the Working Foreman position at Dream House Builders?
Dream House Builders is seeking a dependable and motivated Working Foreman to support the day-to-day field operations of our residential construction projects.
This is a hands-on field position combining subcontractor and supplier coordination with general construction support. The Working Foreman will help keep multiple residential projects organized and moving forward by coordinating subcontractors, monitoring progress and workmanship, managing materials and deliveries, and handling day-to-day field issues.
This is not a desk-only or supervisory-only position. Approximately 60–70% of the role may involve hands-on work such as moving materials, jobsite cleanup, deliveries, punch-list work, and general construction support.
The ideal candidate is someone who takes ownership of the jobsites, communicates well with subcontractors and suppliers, recognizes problems before they become delays, and is comfortable making reasonable field decisions without constant supervision.
This position offers an opportunity to grow into greater construction management responsibilities based on performance and demonstrated ability.
Job Responsibilities- Coordinate daily activities of subcontractors across active residential construction projects
- Communicate jobsite priorities, schedules, and expectations to subcontractors
- Monitor subcontractor progress and workmanship
- Identify incomplete or deficient work and communicate required corrections
- Help coordinate the sequencing of subcontractors and upcoming construction activities
- Coordinate material orders, deliveries, and supplier communication
- Pick up, transport, load, and unload construction materials as needed
- Move materials and equipment between nearby jobsites
- Drive company vehicles and tow trailers when required
- Maintain clean, organized, and professional jobsites
- Perform general labor and construction support as needed
- Complete minor punch-list and miscellaneous field items
- Verify subcontractors have the necessary materials and information to perform their work
- Identify field problems and take reasonable action to keep projects moving
- Make day-to-day field decisions within assigned authority
- Communicate significant problems, delays, changes, or concerns to management
- Assist with jobsite preparation for inspections, walkthroughs, and closings
- Monitor overall jobsite conditions, quality, and organization
- Take jobsite photos and provide progress updates as needed
- Travel between multiple nearby construction projects throughout the workday
- Assist management with other field-related duties necessary to keep projects on schedule
- Previous residential construction, general contracting, field supervision, or related construction experience preferred
- Practical understanding of residential construction methods and jobsite operations
- Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with subcontractors, suppliers, and management
- Comfortable providing direction to subcontractors and following up on incomplete work
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to manage priorities across multiple active jobsites
- Good judgment and practical problem-solving ability
- Ability to work independently without constant supervision
- Willingness to perform both field coordination and physical construction work
- Dependable, punctual, and responsible
- Ability to lift, carry, load, and move construction materials
- Comfortable performing jobsite cleanup and general labor when necessary
- Comfortable driving a pickup truck and towing a construction trailer
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
- Basic smartphone skills for calls, texts, photos, maps, and jobsite communication
- Ability to work approximately 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime when project needs require it
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
- Experience coordinating subcontractors is a strong plus
- Experience managing multiple residential projects simultaneously is a plus
Compensation: $20–$25 per hour, depending on experience and demonstrated ability.
Qualified employees may become eligible for company-provided benefits including a company vehicle, health insurance, and other benefits following the applicable eligibility period.
About Dream House BuildersDream House Builders is a residential construction company focused on building quality homes while maintaining high standards for workmanship, organization, and customer satisfaction.
We operate with a hands-on approach to construction and believe that successful projects depend on strong communication, dependable subcontractors, attention to detail, and people who take ownership of their work.
Our team works in a practical, fast-paced environment where employees are trusted with responsibility and given opportunities to grow as they demonstrate their abilities.
We are looking for dependable people who want more than just a temporary construction job. For the right person, this position offers the opportunity to develop greater field-management experience, take on additional responsibility, and grow with the company.
Salary : $20 - $25