Now Hiring: Skilled Carpenter / Site Foreperson

Location: Calgary, AB

Company: Great Scott! Construction Inc.

Website: www.greatscottconstruction.ca

Great Scott! Construction Inc. is a Calgary-based general contracting company specializing in high-quality residential renovations, building envelope upgrades, decks, fences, light landscaping, concrete work, and more. We’re looking for a Skilled Carpenter who can also step confidently into a Foreperson role to lead our diverse, hands-on projects.

About the Role

You will lead and work alongside our team on a wide variety of projects, including:

- Interior renovations (kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and full-homes)
- Exterior envelope work (cladding, framing, flashing)
- Exterior Structures such as fences, pergolas, and decks
- Light landscaping such as retaining walls and paving stone patios and pathways
- Concrete forming and pouring (stairs, walkways, pads, structural components)

You will be responsible for coordinating onsite work, maintaining quality and safety standards, and acting as a point of contact between the crew, project managers, and clients.

Key Responsibilities

- With hands on, you will lead day-to-day site operations and guide other crew members and trade-partners
- Read and interpret construction drawings and scopes of work
- Ensure quality craftsmanship and on-site problem solving
- Communicate clearly with clients, trade-partners, and the internal team
- Maintain site safety and cleanliness




- Track project progress and flag delays or material needs

Qualifications

- 5+ years of hands-on carpentry experience. We have a preference to hire a ticketed carpenter
- Experience in residential renovations and at least one of: roofing, concrete, building envelope work, framing, and/or finishing carpentry
- Proven leadership experience as a foreperson or crew lead is a strong asset
- Ability to manage and motivate a team, and maintain professionalism onsite
- Comfortable working indoors and outdoors, in a variety of conditions
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to job sites around Calgary
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and handle physical jobsite demands
- Strong communication and organizational skills

What We Offer

- Competitive wages based on experience
- A Health Spending Account (HSA) after 3 months of successful employment
- Opportunities for training, growth, and leadership development
- A supportive team environment where your skills and initiative are valued
- A company vehicle and expense card

Job Type: Full-time Pay: $38.00-$45.00 per hour

Perks

- Casual dress
- Extended health care

Application question(s):
- What qualities do you possess that make you a strong candidate for this position?

Education:
- Secondary School (required)

Experience:
- Carpentry and Foreperson: 5 years (required)

Language:
- English (required)

Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)

Location:
- Calgary, AB (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Lead Carpenter/ Foreman (Calgary)
🏢 Great Scott! Construction
📍 Calgary