High Rise Construction Jobs in New Jersey (NOW HIRING)

Location: Jersey City, NJ

Pay: $30-$40 an hour

Job Description

Seeking an experienced Labor Foreman to oversee daily construction activities on high-rise projects throughout New York and New Jersey. In this role, you assign and coordinate daily tasks, supervise labor crews, enforce safety standards, collaborate closely with project leadership, and ensure work is completed according to schedule, budget, and quality requirements on complex commercial, residential, mixed-use, and healthcare developments.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of labor crews on high-rise construction projects, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.
• Assign and coordinate daily tasks for crews, aligning labor resources with project schedules and priorities.
• Plan workforce needs, manage labor scheduling, and monitor productivity to meet project milestones and production targets.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications to guide labor operations and ensure correct execution of work.
• Provide strong safety leadership on site, promoting safe work practices and maintaining compliance with OSHA requirements.
• Lead toolbox talks and safety meetings to reinforce safety protocols and address site-specific risks.
• Coordinate daily with superintendents, subcontractors, and project managers to align field activities with overall project plans.
• Oversee quality control for labor-related work, including inspection of concrete, structural steel, exterior envelope, and interior build-out activities.
• Monitor and track labor hours, production rates, and project milestones, providing accurate information to project leadership.
• Support site logistics, including material handling, debris removal, and general labor operations for demolition and construction phases.
• Address field issues and conflicts promptly, using strong communication and conflict resolution skills to maintain a productive work environment.
• Ensure adherence to NYC Department of Buildings regulations and New Jersey construction requirements where applicable.
• Adapt to changing project priorities and adjust crew assignments and workflows accordingly.
• Maintain clear, professional communication with trade contractors, safety personnel, and project management throughout the project lifecycle.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of experience in labor foreman or comparable field supervision roles on high-rise construction projects (10+ story commercial, residential, mixed-use, or healthcare buildings).
• Proven experience managing crews of 10–50+ laborers in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Hands-on general labor experience with hand tools and power tools used in commercial and residential construction.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications accurately.
• Strong safety leadership skills with practical knowledge of OSHA compliance on active construction sites.
• Experience overseeing concrete, structural steel, exterior envelope, and interior build-out activities.
• Ability to track and report labor hours, production rates, and project milestones in coordination with project leadership.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to resolve conflicts and provide clear direction to diverse crews.
• Solid leadership and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on maintaining productivity and quality.
• Ability to work effectively from project schedules and construction documents to plan and execute daily work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Knowledge of NYC Department of Buildings regulations and New Jersey construction requirements.
• Experience with concrete, structural work, demolition, site logistics, and general labor operations.
• Ability to lead toolbox talks and safety meetings for labor crews.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred but not required.

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This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jersey City, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $20.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Jersey City,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.