Construction Lead Carpenter
Verified Pay | $27.00 - $30.00 per hour |
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Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
Location | Santa Fe Springs, California |
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Who Are We
A new construction company forged from the construction trades being 2nd and 3rd generation offspring of diverse craftsman. Our experience spans various industries, and our uniqueness is a good balance of craftmanship, business acumen, and an understanding of what it is to be the owner, the developer, and the builder. A trifecta that is evident in Smith & Sell Construction, Inc.'s core portfolio of prestigious hospitality, commercial, corporate, and residential properties.
A new construction company forged from the construction trades being 2nd and 3rd generation offspring of diverse craftsman. Our experience spans various industries, and our uniqueness is a good balance of craftmanship, business acumen, and an understanding of what it is to be the owner, the developer, and the builder. A trifecta that is evident in Smith & Sell Construction, Inc.'s core portfolio of prestigious hospitality, commercial, corporate, and residential properties.
As a project field leader, you will play a vital role in the performance of our company. Our foremen are bags-on lead carpenters. As a key player you will usually have the answers to project information or know how to get them, making sure projects are following schedules, have the materials they need, and provide updates to the production team. No room for error and your position is treated with an urgency mentality. You are responsible for reading plans and lining up subcontractors and crew. About 50% of your time is spent on tools and putting high-quality work in place while communicating expectations with precision and clarity to our production team. This position sets a well-rounded lead carpenter up for a successful transition into a superintendent or project management role over time while working with teams that are dedicated to the highest levels of quality and craftsmanship.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
As a foreman, you’ll show an aptitude for leadership, build positive relationships, and demonstrate a willingness to go above and beyond to ensure that the design intent and project goals are met. You’ll be responsible for:
- Putting work in place; this is a bags-on role, executing carpentry work from frame to finish, while also lining out other crew members and sub-trades
- Layout
- Participation in quality control for all scopes of work - self-performed as well as subcontracted.
- Assisting in creating site documentation and as-built drawings
- Serve as the first point of contact for subcontractor questions.
- Collaborate with subcontractors to find solutions; come to the production team with possible solutions to problems, be willing to come to the table prepared and engaged in the process.
- Estimating materials and time to perform the work proposed.
- Being able to run small projects as a working lead; and coordinate crew to maximize productivity.
- Working with the production team members to create a daily schedule and take responsibility for its execution.
- Being the company representative when the project manager is unavailable.
- Opening and closing the job site as requested
- Discussing work with clients, architects, partners, and inspectors with diplomacy, clarity, and patience as necessary
- Maintaining effective, respectful communication with field crew, subs, clients, partners, and team, always
- Minimizing material used to prevent waste and unnecessary costs.
- Managing material deliveries, handling, storage, and placement
- Being a positive advocate for safety in action and attitude; reinforce awareness to reduce the risk of injury or citation and know OSHA requirements for your location and site.
- Maintaining a safe and secure site (i.e., ensuring the safety of all people, tools, and materials)
- Maintain accurate documentation in the daily job log in the appropriate project portal.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
To be successful as a Smith & Sell foreman, you’ll need:
- 6+ years of high-end residential carpentry experience; highly competent and skilled from frame to finish.
- The ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications; and understand vertical and horizontal control lines.
- Advanced construction math skills
- The ability to think ahead and see the big picture. Understand the WHY behind the work and how what you're doing today will impact what's coming next.
- Proficiency with proper use of tools and equipment and a full complement of tools including specialty tools.
- Excellent communication and team-building skills
- Ability to take and give directions.
- Technical constructability knowledge and experience with both traditional and new materials
- Reliable transportation and a clean driving record
- The ability and desire to travel for projects as needs arise.
- U.S. work authorization
- The ability to communicate in Spanish at a conversational level is highly preferred.
WHAT WE OFFER
We are a fun, easygoing bunch of professionals who take a lot of pride in the work we do. We acknowledge the contributions and talents of our team members by providing benefits that support you at work and in life. As we grow so will these benefits:
- Competitive pay commensurate with skills and experience
- 401(k) retirement
- Paid Time-Off (PTO) earned at a rate of 1 hour per every 30 hours worked.
- Tool purchase and tool loan programs
- Discretionary bonus
- Mentorship and career development opportunities
The compensation range for this position is $27.00 - $30.00 per hour.
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