LEAD CARPENTER

Urbacity Design Build | Ottawa, ON

Full-time | Year-round

Urbacity is growing and we have a busy schedule of renovations, additions and custom homes ahead.

We are looking for an experienced Lead Carpenter to take ownership of the day to day execution of our projects.

You will lead the work on site, coordinate carpenters and trades, solve problems as they come up and work closely with our Build Manager and Project Manager to keep projects moving.

What you'll do

- Lead the day to day execution of projects on site
- Delegate the work of daily activities
- Plan and coordinate the work for each day and upcoming stages of the project
- Read and work from construction drawings and project plans
- Complete a range of residential carpentry work
- Support the day to day activities of subcontractors and trades on site
- Make sure work is completed properly and in the correct sequence
- Identify construction issues and find practical solutions
- Communicate daily progress, site issues, material needs and upcoming work to the Build Manager and Project Manager
- Provide information needed for project documentation
- Coordinate materials and deliveries on site
- Maintain a clean, organized and safe job site
- Follow and reinforce Urbacity's Health & Safety requirements
- Track and complete deficiencies and outstanding work
- Interact professionally with homeowners and clients while working on site
- Take ownership of the quality and progress of the work on site





What we're looking for

- 7+ years of hands on residential carpentry experience
- Experience leading or coordinating work on residential construction sites
- Experience with renovations, additions and custom homes
- Strong understanding of residential construction from start to finish
- Strong finish carpentry skills
- Comfortable reading and understanding construction drawings
- Able to confidently manage the day to day flow of work on site
- Strong problem solving skills and practical construction knowledge
- Solid attention to detail and pride in your work
- Comfortable coordinating subcontractors and other trades
- Able to lead, support and provide direction to other carpenters and site workers
- Reliable, organized and able to work independently
- Comfortable using hand and power tools safely and effectively
- Valid driver's licence and reliable transportation

About Urbacity Urbacity Design Build is an Ottawa based design build company specializing in renovations, additions and custom homes.

Our design and construction teams work closely together throughout each project. We are looking for someone who takes ownership of the work, cares about quality and wants to be an important part of the team.

Schedule: 4 nine-hour days plus a half day Friday

Pay: $34.00-$38.00 per hour

Benefits

- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

📌 Lead Carpenter (Ottawa)
🏢 Urbacity Design Build
📍 Ottawa