Union - General Foreman - General Carpenter

Job Description

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary:
Oversees multiple carpentry crews to ensure all work is executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with DPR’s quality standards and project objectives. Manages field operations involving the construction, installation, and maintenance of general carpentry elements that support project execution. Coordinates resources, schedules, and workflows across projects while fostering professional development and accountability within teams. Partners with superintendents and project managers to ensure carpentry operations contribute to project success and compliance with all safety and performance standards.

Key Responsibilities:
Manages multiple carpentry crews, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality performance on all assigned work.
Plans and coordinates daily field operations, labor allocation, and material needs to maintain schedule and productivity.
Collaborates with superintendents, project managers, and other trades to align carpentry work with overall project requirements.
Mentors and develops foremen and crew leads, promoting skill growth, performance consistency, and workforce engagement.
Oversees inspection of completed work to confirm adherence to quality standards and compliance with specifications.
Enforces DPR safety protocols and regulatory requirements, conducting regular safety inspections and meetings.
Reviews documentation including timecards, progress reports, and resource usage to support planning and continuous improvement.

Education Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience:
7 years of experience in carpentry or a related field required.
1–2 years of experience in a managerial capacity required.

Certifications and Licenses:
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Construction certification required.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-Hour Construction certification preferred.

Anticipated starting pay range:

Nothing is more important than your health and wellness. DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy. Read more about eligibility and available benefits programs

for skilled craft and labor or experienced professionals and recent graduates.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.