Construction Foreman - St Louis - St. Louis County, MO

Description

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Throughout St. Louis County, MO
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 01/23/2026
Closing Date: 2/22/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
The typical starting salary range is between $ $32.04 hourly depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience as well as budgetary considerations. Additionally, we offer a competitive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit
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Examples of Duties
Supervise construction crew and projects by communicating and assigning daily task to crew members, providing instruction, reviewing crew performance for quality and techniques, following local building codes, and effectively interpreting blueprints and drawings. Coordinate project resource allocations and scheduling by estimating materials, equipment, and labor requirements to meet project needs and time allotment.
Supervise and participate in carpentry projects such as roof and wall framing, concrete forming, structural steel erection, decks, ramps, steps, railings, and other related work to ensure proper adherence to local building codes, acceptable construction standards, quality, and accuracy.
Supervise and participate in concrete and masonry projects such as flatwork, walls, foundations, stairs, masonry blocks, stone, pavers, and other related work to ensure proper adherence to local building codes, acceptable construction, standards, quality, and accuracy.
Supervise and participate in roofing projects to properly install a wide variety of roofing systems, substrates, guttering, flashing, and other related work according to manufacturer's specifications and industry standards.
Provide supervisory and technical resources on a journeyman level for varying types of Department needs and projects to ensure viability of proposed projects and needs.
Ensure job site safety by practicing proper techniques and methods according to accepted industry standards.
Performs related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of trades schooling or an apprenticeship and five years of experience in structural maintenance or rough carpentry, including one year in a lead capacity; or any equivalent combination.
Possession of a valid Drivers License.
Additional Information
SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.
The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.
The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at We only accept On-line applications.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th FloorClayton, MO 63105

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St. Louis County offers its employees many excellent benefits with paid medical insurance, 20 days of PTO (paid time off) the first year and increasing with seniority, and 11-12 paid holidays. Employees hired for full time employment will participate in the St. Louis County retirement plan where they contribute 4% of their salary to the defined benefit plan with vesting after 7 years. Other benefits include: paid life insurance, a credit union, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, pre-tax premium pay plan, dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans, and short and long term disability insurance.
In addition to these benefits, as of January 1, 2023, St. Louis County approved up to 480 hours of paid parental leave for eligible employees welcoming new children, either by birth or adoption. The employee can also take up to 80 hours of leave for prenatal care and up to 80 hours for care of the child within the first year.
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The information provided in your application (education and work experience sections) will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Please ensure your information is correct and up to date prior to submitting your application for review. Also, please note that resumes are supplemental information only and will not be accepted in lieu of completed applications.The information provided in your application (education and work experience sections) will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Please ensure your information is correct and up to date prior to submitting your application for review. Also, please note that resumes are supplemental information only and will not be accepted in lieu of completed applications.

• I have read this information and ensured my application is up to date and reflects all relevant experience prior to submission.
• I have read this information and did not ensure my application is up to date and reflects all relevant experience prior to submission

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Thanks for your interest in working with St. Louis County. We are interested in learning more about the skills and experience that you would bring to this position. Please ensure that you provide complete responses to the following supplemental questions as they, as well as the information provided on your application, will be used to determine your overall eligibility.Thanks for your interest in working with St. Louis County. We are interested in learning more about the skills and experience that you would bring to this position. Please ensure that you provide complete responses to the following supplemental questions as they, as well as the information provided on your application, will be used to determine your overall eligibility.

• I have read this information and understand my responses to the supplemental questions, as well as information provided on the application will be used to determine eligibility for vacancies. I've ensured such information is thorough, descriptive, and up to date.
• I have read this information and understand my responses to the supplemental questions, as well as information provided on the application will be used to determine eligibility for the position. I have not ensured such information is thorough, descriptive, and up to date.

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Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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Has your driver's license ever been suspended or revoked?

• Yes
• No

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How many moving violations have you had in the last 3 years?
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Why are you interested in this position?
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Discuss the education/experience that you possess that you feel best suits you for this position.
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Discuss a specific time when you had a difference of opinion with someone on how to best complete a project. How did you resolve it?
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Discuss how you would identify training needs of staff. How would you balance addressing these needs with the daily requirements of the job?