We are seeking a Carpenter / Carpenter Foreman with an aptitude for learning and takes pride in his work. Candidates must have previous hands-on construction experience and good knowledge of best construction practices throughout the life cycle of a project.
BC Traditional Homes is a Builder and Project Manager operating in Greater Victoria and beyond. Our clients range from large custom homes, multi-family developments, commercial and light industrial.
The primary position of the Carpenter / Carpenter Foreman is to mentor helpers and apprentices, push the daily schedule, and support the General Site Superintendent where needed. As Lead Hand Carpenter, you will assume a working (tools on) leadership role on-site, overseeing all aspects of the construction project from site preparation to close-out.
BC Traditional Homes is a growing company, where there are career advancement opportunities for those who seek to challenge themselves and take on more responsibilities. This position further offers room for advancement into Site Management where the right person can further strive for high quality of work not only from themselves but also their team members.
Responsibilities and Duties
Duties will include:
- Supervise onsite personnel and subcontractors
- Interface with project inspectors, contractors, engineers, city officials, and clients
- Quality control
- Study job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods
- Blueprint reading, layout and planning of the day-to-day work to perform project assignments
- Manage sub-trades to maintain the project schedule
- Organize workflow to meet customer deadlines
- Coordinating with the Project Manager and Coordinator
- Submittal of daily logs and hours
- Maintain high standards of workmanship that adhere to original plans and specification
- Promote a strong culture of health and safety
Qualifications and Skills
- Previous experience in construction - 3 to 5 years minimum
- Strong customer service background and familiarity dealing with Clients and homeowners
- Ability to work in collaboration with their reporting General Site Superintendent
- Previous experience in construction management
- Ability to read blueprints and specifications, create material lists
- Strong leadership qualities
- Has analytical skills, shows initiative and can be flexible/adaptable
- Deadline and detail-oriented
- Must have a valid B.C. Driver License with clean driving record
- Ability to perform work safely and efficiently with minimal direction
- A critical thinker who can anticipate site issues and communicate them to the General Site Superintendent prior to becoming a bigger problem.
- Good physical condition in order to meet the site demands.
- Strong work ethic, who values a team-oriented environment.
Benefits
Benefit package after 3 month probation period
Benefits:
- Extended health care
- Vision care
- Flexible working hours
- Dental care
Job Type: Permanent
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $38.00-$42.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Victoria, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- BC Drivers Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
