Job Posted Date
August 8, 2024

Lead Carpenter

Landis Architects | Builders is looking for an experienced Lead Carpenter who is ready to excel in a fast-paced environment where excellent craftsmanship and project management is recognized and rewarded. Our production department emphasizes the importance of organization, communication, and creative problem-solving.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensure employee and trade partner compliance with OSHA/NAHB and EPA lead-safe practices
  • Deliver the highest level of client satisfaction with exemplary client experience
  • Support achievement of production goals employing company best practices
  • Ensure proper material storage and protection on-site after delivery and installation
  • Functions as Crew Leader, assign and overseeing the work of other employees and Trade Partners
  • Provide Project Managers with regular project updates, schedules, change order requests, using daily logs, and uploading photos into Builder Trend
  • Be aware of project progress and profitability regularly
  • Ensure the image of the company is supported by the appearance and activities of the installation teams and job sites.
  • Inspect the work of Trade Partners to assure conformance to specifications and inspection readiness
  • Meet with trade partners, providing them with an accurate scope of work and deliver their prep requirements and communicate using the 3-1-3-1 model
  • Provide instruction and training to others on the proper method and process necessary to carryout carpentry assignments
  • Performs more complex, difficult, or non-routine carpentry assignments requiring specialized knowledge or skill
  • Maintain an operational inventory of necessary tools, safety equipment, and vehicles to perform specific activities assigned by the Production Manager
  • Dispense project punch and warranty lists in a timely manner
  • Employ green and sustainable best practices with continued education
  • Participate in Project Hand-offs, ensuring a clear understanding of client needs, designer’s intent, and production considerations
  • Attend Project Close-out Meetings, convey and implement lessons learned
  • Support the management of client expectations so they remain within contracted scopes of work and reasonable limits of perfection
  • Support monitoring of staff for compliance with Landis codes of behavior

Knowledge and understanding of:

  • Residential construction and remodeling
  • Residential building trades and their pre-requisites for production
  • Basic management practices
  • Construction techniques, tools, equipment, and materials
  • Quality cost control
  • Building & Energy codes and those specific to DC/VA/MD
  • Plans, specifications, and contracts
  • Inspection process
  • Finishes and installation requirements

Skill Sets:

  • Advanced carpentry
  • Foundation and framing layout
  • Adept at organization, ability to prioritize, and multitasking
  • Prompt, follow through with Project Managers, clients, vendors, and subs
  • Basic budget management and personnel management
  • Able to review the work of trade partners for quality and accuracy
  • Proficient at interpreting drawings and specifications
  • Solid communication skills
  • Proficient with Builder Trend
  • Strong mathematical skills and analytical skills
  • Proper use of safety equipment

Requirements:

  • Valid work permit (USA)
  • Local residency (DC, Maryland, or Virginia)

What We Prefer

  • 5 years of Demonstrated success as a Lead Carpenter

Pay Range: $30/hr – $45/hr

Benefits:

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Plan
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Paid Vacation Time
  • Paid Personal Time
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Lunch and Learns for career development and licensure maintenance
  • Leadership opportunities through our many committees

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