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Lead Carpenter

BOWA - Design Build Experts, Mc Lean, VA, United States


Summary A Lead Carpenter (LC) for BOWA plays an important role in the completion and profitability of each project and plays a key role in client project execution, communication and client satisfaction. The LC is the representative of BOWA who ultimately knows the most about a given project. It is his/her chief responsibility to manage the day‑to‑day construction activities at the jobsite to get the project completed with the utmost quality and in a timely manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Complete Lead Carpenter responsibilities:

Direct and manage other carpenters on site

Complete carpentry work as needed with "tools on"

Own and maintain appropriate tools to complete the job

Supervision of BOWA employees and subcontractors on a daily basis

Estimating material list quantities, getting lists to the Small Projects Manager for pricing, oversee efficient use of the material and return of unused materials

Communicate and "manage" the client on a daily basis. Relay any important information from the client to the Small Projects Manager

Keep informed as to the project as a whole including plans, change orders and specs

Maintain a two‑week future schedule of jobsite events including: material delivery dates, daily work, manpower needed, and summary of subcontractor work scheduled and completed

Be able to communicate clearly and effectively with the Small Projects Manager, subcontractors, clients

Supervision of jobsite safety, cleanliness, security, and protection from damage during construction

Attend quarterly training meetings in the office with all LC's and production managers

Use of computer as directed by Small Projects Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities There are no supervisory responsibilities with this position.

Preferred Requirements

Minimum of 4 years experience in Remodeling related work

Be able to communicate with others clearly.

Must have reliable transportation, tardiness is not acceptable.

Schedule Official work day: Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Overtime is occasionally necessary. This is an hourly position.

Benefits

Professional Development Training

Paid Time Off

Award-Winning Company Culture

Health/Dental/Vision Coverage

Flex Spending Account/Health Savings Account

Disability and Life Insurance

401(k) & Company Match

Referral Program

Company Clothing & Gear

Tool Purchasing Program

Equity opportunities over the long term

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