How to hire a foreman/project manager

How to hire a foreman/project manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step foreman/project manager hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a foreman/project manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new foreman/project manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The foreman/project manager hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a foreman/project manager to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a foreman/project manager that fits the bill.

   Here's a comparison of foreman/project manager salaries for various roles:

   Type of Foreman/Project Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Foreman/Project Manager		$19-32
   Construction Supervisor	Construction supervisors ensure construction team members work jointly to deliver excellent work on time. They provide team-building sessions and training and monitor the construction processes... Show more	$20-44
   House Supervisor	A house supervisor is responsible for supporting the medical facilities' operations on behalf of the unit management. House supervisors ensure that the medical staff provides the highest quality care services for the patients by responding to their inquiries and concerns and assisting their medical needs... Show more	$17-48

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • General Contractors
   • HVAC
   • Sub Contractors
   • Safety Procedures
   • Safety Standards
   • Customer Satisfaction
   • Payroll
   • Project Scope
   • Structured Cabling
   • Troubleshoot
   • Construction Sites
   • Remodel
   • Windows
   • CCTV

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   Responsibilities:

   • Supervise subcontractors and conduct onsite inspections to ensure exceptional project outcomes achieve on-time and within budget.
   • Work on all aspects of HVAC systems on residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
   • Install process piping, HVAC equipment, boilers, chillers and all other equipment associate with the HVAC industry.
   • Deliver optimal operational efficiency and workforce productivity by leading maintenance efforts for all onsite equipment and vehicles for consistent performance.
   • Perform daily job site audits and review permit to work and JSA for compliance.
   • Hold daily safety meetings and go over JSA to address all conflicts prior to encounter.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your foreman/project manager job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A foreman/project manager can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, foreman/project managers' average salary in mississippi is 45% less than in illinois.
   • Seniority. Entry-level foreman/project managers 39% less than senior-level foreman/project managers.
   • Certifications. A foreman/project manager with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a foreman/project manager's salary.

   Average foreman/project manager salary

   $52,506yearly

   $25.24 hourly rate

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   Entry-level foreman/project manager salary

   $41,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 14, 2025

4. Writing a foreman/project manager job description

   A job description for a foreman/project manager role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a foreman/project manager job description:

   Foreman/project manager job description example

   Construction Foreman
   
   $24.00-$31.00/HR DOE +
   
   COMMISSION & BONUS OPPORTUNITIES!
   
   Saber is GROWING, and we are looking for an experienced Construction Foreman to be a part of our team.
   
   We provide our employees with the best quality tools, materials, and training to guarantee your success. We also provide an incredible work schedule and a family-based company culture and benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life, six (6) paid holidays and 401k options.
   
   Saber's purpose is to REDEFINE the construction industry by pushing beyond the status quo and providing our customers with a remarkable experience. If you pride yourself in your work ethic and the quality of your construction work, and you want an employer who will value you and employ you year-round, apply today to join our team.
   
   If you are a born leader with a great work ethic who values quality work, customer service, look no further. We would love to speak with you today about this opportunity.
   
   Job Duties
   

   • Review project details to ensure that proper materials, tools, and equipment are brought to each job
   • Communicate with our sales department before a job's installation to ensure that all customer requests for that job are met
   • Load materials, tools, and equipment on the company truck for each job
   • Travel to the customer's home to install the job
   • Follow all applicable safety guidelines at all times
   • Install each job using company-approved and quality-driven methods; this is a "hands-on" foreman role
   • Move each job at a pace to ensure efficiency and quality
   • Communicate with the customer throughout each job to aid in the understanding and satisfaction of the work
   • Ensure each customer is aware of any changes to the job before making any change
   • Complete required paperwork for each job to provide to the customer and the office
   • Provide customers with a remarkable experience

   
   
   Job Requirement
   

   • Must have 5+ years of experience in Construction and/or Home Improvement.
   • Must have 3+ years of experience as a Foreman, Co-Foreman, Lead or in supervisory capacity.
   • Valid driver's license and a safe driving record is required.
   • Unrestricted lifting and operating ability with heavy power tools, components, and machinery.
   • Ability to climb a ladder, ability to kneel and crawl in confined areas
   • Excellent communication and presentation skills
   • Regular and punctual attendance
   • Ability to work overtime if needed

   
   We provide the BEST training, systems, products, and services in the business plus a company culture driven by teamwork, excellence and providing "WOW" service every time. We are the biggest and the best. For more information on our company, please visit and find us on Facebook. If you are interested, Apply Now!

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5. Post your job

   To find foreman/project managers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any foreman/project managers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level foreman/project managers with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your foreman/project manager job on Zippia to find and recruit foreman/project manager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites such as constructionjobs.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit foreman/project managers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new foreman/project manager

   Once you've found the foreman/project manager candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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