Benefits: Company parties Employee discounts Health insurance Who We Are Rockport Commercial Inc. builds large multifamily apartments , as well as townhouses and commercial spaces in Winnipeg.
We partner directly with Rockport Investment Group .
We are expanding and building a new specialized framing division.
Why Rockport? Year-Round Work: No seasonal layoffs or gaps.
Our project pipeline is secured years in advance.
Only Internal Projects: We build our own portfolio.
No external clients or third-party disputes.
One Team, One Goal: Work directly with our internal concrete, drywall, and trade divisions.
We all work toward the same target with zero friction.
Company Events: We value our crew.
We host regular team barbecues, seasonal parties, and social events.
The Role Position: Frame Carpenter Foreman – Division Lead Location: Winnipeg, MB (Various local sites) Type: Full time, Permanent Pay: Competitive salary/hourly rate + extended health benefits & RRSP matching Key Responsibilities Build the Division: Recruit, hire, and onboard your own framing crews.
Run the Division: Lay out and construct framing for primarily multifamily apartment projects , along with some townhouses and commercial buildings.
Plan Ahead:
Review blueprints early to forecast upcoming layout, tool, and manpower needs.
Order Materials: Put together accurate material orders so your crews never run out of lumber, steel, or hardware.
Problem Solve: Quickly troubleshoot and resolve building conflicts or framing issues when you run into them on-site.
Manage the Crew: Schedule workers, assign tasks, and keep projects on track.
Keep It Safe: Enforce strict field safety protocols and maintain a clean job site.
What We Look For Experience: Strong background leading framing crews on multifamily residential (apartment) or commercial builds.
Problem-Solving Skills: Able to think on your feet and fix unexpected structural or layout issues on-site.
Credentials: Red Seal or Journeyman ticket is an asset.
Years of proven field leadership are highly valued and strongly considered in lieu of a certificate.
Skills: Expert knowledge of wood framing layouts and material takeoffs.
Metal stud experience is a major plus.
Logistics: Valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s licence and a reliable vehicle.
Tools: Must own a full set of professional hand/power tools and CSA-approved steel-toes.