Carpentry & Finishing Foreman - Wichita, KS

About the Company:

Founded in 1972, Midwest Drywall, an employee-owned company, is a leading contractor of panel engineering, fabrication, installation, EIFS/plaster, metal-studs, drywall, specialty ceilings and finish carpentry. Headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, Midwest Drywall’s 350 employees serve customers in the Midwest region and throughout the United States and has developed a reputation of excellence, providing specialty services to some of the most iconic commercial projects. Midwest Drywall Co., Inc. works hard to provide a culture where people will not only enjoy the stability of long term employment, but also have the opportunity for growth. Compensation and benefits that are consistent with our leadership position in the industry. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) striving to provide long-term employment opportunities for all.

Job Description:

Midwest Drywall is seeking skilled and experienced Commercial Foreman Carpenters to join our team. As a Commercial Foreman Carpenter, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating construction, installation, and repair of structures in commercial buildings. This role involves supervising a team of carpenters. Your ability to work and manage a team efficiently will be critical to the success of our projects.

Responsibilities:

• Project Planning: Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and construction teams to understand project requirements, blueprints, specifications, schedules, and scope of work. Develop and organize daily and weekly plans for carpentry, framing, drywall, and finishing activities.
• Crew Supervision: Lead and manage carpenters, assigning tasks, ensuring on time completion of tasks and quality of work. Provide guidance throughout the project.
• Carpentry & Framing: Perform and oversee carpentry and framing activities as needed, including layout, installation, and modification of building materials such as metal studs, drywall, backing, blocking, ceilings, and other related materials.
• Drywall & Finishing: Oversee and perform drywall and finishing work, including hanging, taping, finishing, patching, and repairing drywall as required. Ensure finished surfaces meet company and project quality standards and are properly prepared for subsequent trades and finishes.
• Blueprint & Layout: Read and interpret blueprints, architectural drawings, specifications, and project plans. Accurately lay out work and verify dimensions, elevations, and locations prior to installation.
• Materials and Equipment: Coordinate materials, tools and equipment required for the project. Keep track of inventory and ensure that all necessary tools and equipment are available on-site.
• Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with the construction team to provide progress updates and address any issues or concerns.
• Safety Compliance: Promote and enforce company and project safety policies and procedures. Conduct or participate in toolbox talks and safety meetings, identify potential hazards, and ensure all assigned personnel follow required safety practices and procedures.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of project progress, material usage, and any changes made to the original plan.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a foreman carpenter in commercial construction projects. With previous experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of carpentry techniques, construction methods, tools, equipment, and materials.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction plans.
• Demonstrated ability to perform and oversee drywall installation, finishing, repairs, and related construction activities.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Physical strength and stamina to handle the demands of carpentry work.
• Ability to work varying schedules and travel to project locations as required.

Benefits:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-paid match
• Medical, dental and vision insurance with low premium and out of pocket expenses
• Flexible spending accounts
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• and more!

Equal Employment Opportunity and ADA Accommodation
Midwest Drywall is an equal opportunity employer. The Company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the role.

Employee Acknowledgment
I acknowledge that I have received and reviewed this job description. I understand that it may be revised at any time and that I am responsible for performing the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable.

E-Verify:
Midwest Drywall participates in the E-Verify program to verify employment eligibility of our employees. E-verify compares information provided on the Form I-9 to data from the US Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm an individual’s eligibility to work in the US.