Lead Carpenter

Seattle WA

Description

At Proform, craftsmanship is at our core. We build and renovate high end residential homes in Seattle and on the Eastside. Our relationships with our clients create the foundation for a collaborative process where we bring our client’s vision of home to life. If you are a professional and ethical craftsperson who wants to build quality homes to last for generations, join us. Proform provides excellent benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, medical benefits, and a 401(k) with an employer match. You can learn more about our company by visiting our website. The Lead Carpenter supervises carpenters and laborers, as well as performing hands-on carpentry and labor work. Reads and understands blueprints, schematics, building plans and specifications. Able to apply this information to build projects and to direct carpenters and laborers. Ensures all build components are in line with plans and specs. Ensures site is protected from unauthorized entrance, theft, safety and environmental hazards. Assists Superintendent with material take offs and orders. Anticipates and proactively identifies areas of potential concern or conflict and notifies the Superintendent immediately. Maintains a safe and organized worksite. Performs frame and finish carpentry, reviews and completes daily punch lists, and identifies needed supplies and safety equipment. This position is non-exempt from overtime (paid for overtime) and reports to the Superintendent. Responsibilities • Supervises carpenters and laborers. • Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, building plans and specifications and communicates this information to carpenters and laborers to ensure the build is in line with specs. • Supervises and directs carpenters and laborers. • Ensures all site employees and subcontractors uphold Proform’s standards of excellence, professionalism and integrity. • Ensures site is protected from unauthorized entrance, theft, safety and environmental hazards. Protects the surrounding area and community from safety and environmental impacts. • Performs build tasks including, but not limited to, frame and finish carpentry. • Reviews and completes daily punch lists. • Maintains safety locker and signage on site. • Identifies needed supplies and safety equipment. • Maintains a clean, safe and organized work environment in compliance with federal, state, local and Proform requirements. • Communicates professionally and effectively with clients, vendors, subcontractors, inspectors, employees, neighbors and Proform staff. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications • Authorized to work in the U.S. • 3+ years of frame and finish carpentry experience in high-end residential construction. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics and work plans, and communicate this information effectively to others. • Professional and ethical demeanor. • Prior supervisory experience. • Excellent attention to detail. • Ability to communicate in English. • Intermediate math knowledge (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages). • Reliable personal transportation and an acceptable driving record. • Demonstrated knowledge of building regulations, quality and safety standards. • Physically able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds individually and heavier loads with the help of others. • Willing and able to work at construction sites with inherent hazards such as energized tools and lines; slips, trips and falls; falling materials; elevated walking and working surfaces; materials handling; noise; inclement weather; uneven working and walking areas; pneumatic equipment; traffic; etc. • Consistent and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position. Equal Employment Opportunity Proform complies with federal, state, and local law prohibiting unlawful discrimination and provides legal and fair treatment to all employees regarding recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, wages, hours, benefits, working conditions, training, and availability of advancement opportunities. At-Will Employment Proform is an at will employer. This job description is not a contract of employment. Accommodation Requests Proform will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants during the application process to ensure equal access to all available positions. To request an accommodation, please call Proform at (206) 910-0303.