Skilled Residential Lead Carpenter

Job Description

Job Description

Skilled Lead Carpenter

• Looking to work in the Toronto core on exciting residential projects?
• Ready to use your carpentry skills to build the highest quality homes?
• Wanting to find a fun and professional place to make your mark, learn and grow?

We’re looking for someone with a superb eye for detail, a strong work ethic, and the ability to communicate, coordinate, and plan ahead to add to our team of dedicated & talented Carpenters working on High-end Residential Homes in Toronto.

Must Haves :

• Own vehicle and valid Ontario driver’s license
• Own tools and PPE
• Must own a smart phone with a data plan (Time Clock and Daily Logs will be input from your phone through the Buildertrend App) *Project Management Software experience an asset
• Live in the Toronto Area and be able to legally work in Ontario
• Ability to read, understand, and explain Architectural, Mechanical and Structural Drawings and relay details accordingly in English

Qualifications :

• 7+ Year Framing experience in the High-end Residential Renovation / Custom Home Building field
• 5+ Years Trim / Finish Carpentry experience
• 5+ Years Exterior Carpentry experience
• Proven experience managing Carpenters and Sub-trades
• Proven ability to work within Deadlines and Budgets
• Strong Time Management, Decision Making, Delegating, Leadership and Problem Solving skills
• Strong working knowledge of job site safety and Ontario building codes
• High standard of integrity, craftsmanship and professionalism
• Excellent People skills; sub-trades, suppliers, clients, neighbors and SevernWoods staff
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, climb ladders and scaffolding
• Certified Red Seal Carpenter an asset, but not required
• Pay rate dependent on Experience & Skill Level

Responsibilities :

• Reporting to the Site Supervisor and Project Manager, responsible for leading the on-site crew with delegation of tasks, time management and ensuring site safety
• Utilizing the Architectural and Structural drawings to construct the house according to all specifications
• Utilizing Buildertrend to accurately input Time Clock shifts, input Daily Logs & upload progress Photos
• Be available during work hours to answer questions from anyone on site, employees, sub-trades, clients, refer to Project Manger when needed
• Participating in weekly on site Goal Set Review Meetings to ensure that carpenters are exceeding production and budgetary goals
• Follow company policies regarding work hours, time off, change orders, time clock, expenses, etc.
• Maintain a safe work environment, reporting any unsafe conditions or property damage to Project Manager
• Responsible for leading the carpentry work on site including framing, beam pockets, finish carpentry, back framing, window installation, bathroom accessories installation and misc items.
• Complete understanding and facilitation of the following elements of the projects;
• Demolition
• Steel installation
• Foundation and footing forming and pouring
• Framing carpentry & back framing
• Finish carpentry & trim work
• Insulation & drywall
• Roofing, eaves, soffit and fascia
• Priming, painting and staining
• Ordering & installation of exterior siding, cedar, decking and fencing
• Installation of stairs and railings
• Installation of doors, door hardware, and bathroom accessories
• Installation of tiles, flooring and other finishes
• Installation of Cabinetry, Millwork and Stairs
• Installation of windows and exterior door systems
• Installation of interior and exterior insulation
• Sub-Contracted elements; Masonry, Electrical, Plumbing, Insulation, HVAC, Automation, etc
• Utilizing Buildertrend to create PO’s, refer to the project budget, upload Photos weekly
• Working with the Production Coordinator to arrange deliveries, returns or on-site issues as they arise
• Teach Carpenters & Jr. Carpenters techniques, procedures and best practices when called upon for assistance
• Ensuring site staff have the tools & equipment they need to complete tasks effectively, if purchasing of a tool is required, relay to Site Supervisor for purchase
• Ensure that all Health & Safety, PPE and First Aid protocols are followed and enforce Safety Regulations on site with all staff and sub-trades

Company Highlights :

• Join our amazing team of talented people and work as a team on interesting projects!
• Yearly Profit Sharing Program!
• 2 weeks paid Vacation per year!
• All-Expenses-Paid Company Gatherings!
• Employee of the Quarter awards & events!
• Paid Training / Learning / Skill Development opportunities!
• Opportunity to grow into Site Supervisor & Project Manager Roles!
• Great Work / Life balance (working hours : Mon-Fri 7 : 30am to 4 : 30 pm)!

Company Description

SevernWoods Fine Homes is an elite home builder in Central Toronto area focusing on Custom Homes and Whole Home Renovations.

We pride ourselves on having outstanding Carpenters who love what they do and always put their best work forward. Our dedication to the quality and longevity of our projects is what sets us apart from other builders in Toronto.

Our projects speak to skills of our Carpenters and sub-trades as we strive for perfection on every project. Check out our website at to see the craftsmanship we value and the caliber of the homes we have completed.

Currently we are looking to add 1 Skilled Carpenter to add to our amazing team. We offer full time, year-round employment (Monday to Friday; 40-44 hours per week).

Most of our projects are in the Downtown and Midtown neighborhoods of Toronto from High Park to the Beaches and we are looking for someone who lives in central Toronto area.

Please carefully read the requirements as we are looking to hire team members that will grow and move up within the company over the next 5-10 years as the company grows and takes on more complex and interesting projects.

We are an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate based on age, gender, ethnicity or sexual orientation. We thank you for your application and will contact qualified applicants for interviews with our Project Managers.

Company Description

SevernWoods Fine Homes is an elite home builder in Central Toronto area focusing on Custom Homes and Whole Home Renovations.

We pride ourselves on having outstanding Carpenters who love what they do and always put their best work forward. Our dedication to the quality and longevity of our projects is what sets us apart from other builders in Toronto.

Our projects speak to skills of our Carpenters and sub-trades as we strive for perfection on every project. Check out our website at to see the craftsmanship we value and the caliber of the homes we have completed.

r n r nCurrently we are looking to add 1 Skilled Carpenter to add to our amazing team. We offer full time, year-round employment (Monday to Friday;

40-44 hours per week). r n r nMost of our projects are in the Downtown and Midtown neighborhoods of Toronto from High Park to the Beaches and we are looking for someone who lives in central Toronto area.

Please carefully read the requirements as we are looking to hire team members that will grow and move up within the company over the next 5-10 years as the company grows and takes on more complex and interesting projects.

r n r nWe are an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate based on age, gender, ethnicity or sexual orientation.

We thank you for your application and will contact qualified applicants for interviews with our Project Managers.