Working Construction Foreman

Title : Working Construction Foreman

Location : Newport News, VA

Status : Full Time

Travel : Local

Safety Sensitive : Yes

Position Summary :

Midnight Sun is seeking a Working Construction Foreman to support a federal contract at Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Newport News, Virginia. This position performs hands-on carpentry and general construction work while providing day-to-day oversight and coordination of small crews. The Working Foreman reports to the project Superintendent and is expected to maintain a consistent on-site presence while interacting with government representatives and internal project teams.

Duties / Responsibilities :

• Perform hands-on carpentry and general construction tasks including, but not limited to : drywall installation and repair, painting, framing, door and hardware installation, acoustical ceiling tile (ACT), VCT flooring, carpet tile, and miscellaneous facility repairs.
• Lead and work alongside assigned crew members while maintaining productivity, quality, and safety standards.
• Coordinate daily work activities and priorities with the project team.
• Assist with planning and sequencing of work to meet project schedules and mission requirements
• Monitor workmanship to ensure compliance with contract documents, drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Ensure work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and organized condition at all times
• Ensure the proper use of tools, equipment, and materials by team members and subcontractors.
• Identify field issues, conflicts, or changes and communicate them promptly to project leadership
• Support coordination with subcontractors, base personnel, and government representatives as needed or required.
• Enforce compliance with Midnight Sun HSEQ policies, OSHA requirements, and applicable federal safety standards.
• Immediately report any safety incidents, hazards, or HSEQ violations to the Superintendent or Safety personnel.
• Assist with material handling, deliveries, and inventory tracking as needed.
• Complete daily work reports or other required documentation.
• Support punch list and closeout activities.
• Maintain required on-site presence while work is being performed.
• Other duties as needed to ensure project success.

Requirements :

Education & Experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Certifications, Licenses & Other

Work Environment :

The essential duties of this position are performed in an office environment and on indoor and outdoor construction sites. Job performance may involve exposure to various weather conditions, uneven terrain, construction equipment or materials, noise, dust, and other job-related hazards. Personal protective equipment (PPE) and appropriate safety gear is required on all job sites. Travel between job sites may be required.

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job :

Disclaimer :

This is not to be an exclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the person in this job. KIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, Kikiktagruk Inupiat Corporation may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to KIC Shareholders and their Descendants. Successful candidates must adhere to KIC's Drug and Alcohol policy / testing requirements and may be required to pass a background and / or Motor Vehicle Records check.