Foreman

Job Title: Construction Foreman (Hands‑On)

Location: San Diego, CA (Local Work Only)

Pay: $45/hr+ (Prevailing Wage on Select Projects)

Schedule: Full‑Time, Day Shift

Overview

We’re hiring a hands‑on Construction Foreman to lead crews on ground‑up construction and renovation projects throughout San Diego. This role is ideal for a foreman with a strong concrete and carpentry familiarity who enjoys working in the field while leading by example.

This is not a desk‑only role — the foreman will actively work alongside the crew and coordinate daily tasks with the Superintendent and subcontractors.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and work alongside crews on active job sites
• Perform and oversee concrete and carpentry work, including:
  • Formwork and slab‑on‑grade
  • Plywood walls and general site carpentry
• Support renovation work, punch‑list items, and finishing tasks
• Coordinate daily activities with Superintendents and subcontractors
• Ensure quality workmanship and safe jobsite practices
• Participate in basic site documentation and labor tracking

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of experience as a Foreman or Lead Carpenter
• Strong experince in concrete and carpentry
• Experience on ground‑up construction or renovations
• Ability to read and understand plans
• Hands‑on leadership style — leads from the field
• Reliable, accountable, and team‑oriented

Bonus Skills (Not Required)

• Experience supporting multiple trades (general construction exposure)
• OSHA 30 certification
• Experience on school or public works projects
• Familiarity with safety meetings or site coordination

Why Join Us

• Long‑established General Contractor in San Diego
• Stable backlog with local projects
• Mix of public and private work
• Competitive pay starting at $45/hr+
• Opportunity for long‑term growth

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Marcos, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $46.00 - $54.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Marcos,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 18, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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