Carpenter Foreman - Shuttering and Formwork

About the role

A Qatar-based manpower and technical services company is looking for an experienced Carpenter Foreman with strong shuttering and formwork experience to join a construction project in Doha. The foreman supervises carpentry and shuttering activities, coordinates manpower, ensures accurate formwork installation and maintains quality and safety standards on site. Candidates should have proven experience in shuttering/formwork works, team supervision, construction drawings, site coordination and construction safety requirements; GCC or Qatar experience is an advantage.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily shuttering and formwork activities at the site.
• Lead and manage carpenters, shuttering carpenters and helpers.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, formwork layouts and specifications.
• Ensure proper alignment, level, dimensions and installation of shuttering works.
• Coordinate with site engineers, supervisors and other construction teams.
• Plan and allocate manpower according to daily work requirements.
• Monitor progress and ensure work is completed within the planned schedule.
• Inspect formwork before concrete pouring and rectify defects or discrepancies.
• Ensure proper handling, storage and availability of shuttering materials and tools.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and quality.
• Ensure compliance with site safety procedures, PPE requirements and safe working practices.
• Identify and resolve site-related carpentry and formwork issues.
• Report daily work progress, manpower and material requirements to site management.
• Ensure proper dismantling and removal of formwork after concrete works.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience as a Carpenter Foreman.
• Strong, proven experience in shuttering and formwork works.
• Previous experience supervising carpenters and construction workers.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and formwork layouts.
• Good knowledge of formwork installation, alignment, leveling and dismantling.
• Knowledge of site safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Ability to coordinate with site engineers, supervisors and other trades.
• Strong leadership, manpower management and problem-solving skills.
• Physically fit and able to work in a construction site environment.
• GCC/Qatar construction experience preferred; candidates currently available in Qatar preferred.
• Relevant trade certification or technical qualification is an advantage.

To apply, send your CV and portfolio by email to the company's HR team, using the subject line "Carpenter Foreman".