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Union Carpenter Foreman - Evanston, IL

Turner Construction
Evanston, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 6/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/17/2026
Division:Chicago Main
Project Location(s):Evanston, IN 47531 USA

Minimum Years Experience:
Travel Involved:
Job Type:Regular
Job Classification:Trade
Education:
Job Family:Trade
Compensation:Union Trade

Union Carpenter Foreman responsible for leading, directing and coordinating the work of Turner trade employees. The Carpenter Foreman is responsible for ensuring safety, schedule delivery, quality of work performed and adherence to budget of the project.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:  
Be a working foreman while leading carpenters to complete jobsite related projects.
Oversee and making decisions related to the performance of work related to scheduling, delivery, logistics, quality control and trade employee staffing levels.
Possess the skills necessary to complete rough carpentry work, site logistical work, fencing, deck and platform building, protection systems, construction waste areas, and jobsite cleanup.
Completes and submits time sheets, daily construction reports, and required safety paperwork daily.
Participate in interviews and recommend hires for trades staff.
Supervise and develop trade employees, as assigned, including providing input on or completing performance appraisals.
Address staff needs and resolve problems. Provide staff feedback, reward, and discipline as required.
Assist in scheduling and expediting the delivery of materials and equipment.
Reviews jobsite needs with the superintendents & foreman and coordinates construction.
Participate in the activities of subcontractors and suppliers.
Estimate, inventory, monitor, and request time, staff, material, and equipment needed to complete work.
Operate equipment such as forklifts, backhoe, skidsteer, excavator, compactors, and construction hoist
Assist with the overall site safety and quality programs as required and ensuring Trade employees/subcontractors compliance with Turner standards and all applicable safety codes, regulations, and jobsite security
Maintain positive working relationships with customers, contractors, suppliers and other employees.
Ability to travel and accommodate night and weekend work as needed 
Display a high level of teamwork, integrity, commitment, and leadership in daily operations.
Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

The hourly rate for this position is $61.01 per union agreement. Benefits are determined by the applicable Trade Union. Benefits may include medical, dental and vision coverage, financial benefits such as 401k plan or Pension, and wellness benefits.  Contact applicable Unions to learn more about the benefits offered. 


  • Qualifications:                    
    Minimum of five (5) years’ experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and exposure to supervisory responsibilities.
    Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
    Moderate technical abilities including the utilization of a smart phone/tablet and supported software
    Proficiency in EH&S applications.
    Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule.
    Must be able to comprehend safety instructions and signage, communicate effectively in emergency situations and understand written safety instructions from tool and equipment manufacturers.
    OSHA 30-hour certification
    Valid driver’s license

    Physical Demands:    
    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS CONSTANTLY FREQUENTLY OCCASSIONALLY
    Standing X
    Walking X
    Combined Standing/Walking X
    Sitting X
    Lifting/Lowering/Carrying - Weights
    Under 25 lbs X
    25-50 lbs X
    Over 50 lbs X
    Lifting/Lowering/Carrying – Ranges
    Reaching above shoulder height X
    Reaching below shoulder height X
    Bending/Twisting neck X
    Bending at waist (forward & sideways) X
    Balancing X
    Pushing/Pulling X
    Squatting X
    Kneeling X
    Climbing X
    Crawling X
    Repetitive Motion X
    Hand / Wrist Flexion – Extension X
    Noise / Dust / Chemical Exposures X
    Confined Space Hazards X
    Working on Heights X
    ADDITIONAL DEMANDS
    Vision abilities required include Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus
    Hearing abilities required include Hearing abilities required with or without the use of an aide

    Work Environment:
    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works on-site at the construction site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electric shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

    Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer
    Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
    VEVRAA Federal Contractor

 

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer —minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Salary : $61

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