Lead Carpenter

Princeville, HI

Full Time

Hawaii

Mid Level

We’re hiring a lead carpenter to work on our high-end residential construction projects. Dowbuilt lead carpenters have highly advanced interior and exterior carpentry skills and a demonstrated ability to execute work within very tight tolerances. This position requires an aptitude for providing creative constructability solutions to a variety of design challenges and is key to executing the high-quality work that Dowbuilt is known for.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As a lead carpenter, you’ll be responsible for:

Assisting with pickup framing, rough framing, finish carpentry, site protection, etc. as needed
Managing material deliveries, handling, storage, and placement
Assisting the superintendent with building layout and dimensional control
Field verification of shop drawings as directed by the superintendent and project engineers
Working and planning with subcontractors to make sure the project is ready for them to begin work each day
Running small projects as a working lead; coordinating and directing crew and subs to maximize productivity
Providing mentoring and coaching to fellow carpenters and laborers
Maintaining job site security and safety (i.e., ensuring safety of all people, tools, and materials)
Identifying when other workers or subcontractors are not working in a safe manner and reporting unsafe practices to the superintendent
Assisting the superintendent with creation of the short-interval schedule and being responsible for its execution
Assisting the superintendent with maintaining accurate documentation across all field systems
Maintaining effective, respectful communication at all times with field crew, subs, clients, partners, and team
Helping to plan and communicate site production expectations with crew daily; participating in quality control

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

To be successful as a Dowbuilt lead carpenter, you’ll need:

5+ years of high-end residential carpentry experience
Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications
Ability to line out crew and subcontractors and communicate/maintain Dowbuilt quality standards
Valid driver’s license and reliable, personal transportation to get to/from work safely and on time. (Appropriate personal vehicle recommended that facilitates transport of essential tools/materials, and capable of accomplishing common job-site related errands and tasks. Company vehicles are not assigned to foremen, although occasional driving of a company vehicle may be required.)
Must complete or already have acquired the appropriate safety training commensurate with the position and location (ongoing safety training provided)
Ability to follow instructions, take notes and perform work as designated
Ability to be an active listener, ask for help and suggest solutions
Demonstrate discretion and treat all proprietary company information as strictly confidential outside, and in some cases within, the company
Be a team player and foster a positive and constructive attitude environment onsite
Exhibit good manners, respect for the team, subcontractors and clients
Consistently work toward a high level of accuracy and efficiency
Possess technical and working knowledge of building methods and construction practice; continually learn and develop new skills and capabilities
Ability to manage stress and maintain composure in challenging situations
Demonstrate accountability
Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with a wide variety of people
Working knowledge of layout and install of wall framing, floors and roof systems, stairs, windows, and doors
Enthusiasm for fostering an inclusive work environment, helping lead diverse teams and a commitment to increasing equity for all employees

WHAT WE OFFER

We are a fun, easygoing bunch of professionals who take a lot of pride in the work we do. We acknowledge the contributions and talents of our team members by providing benefits that support you at work and in life:

Competitive pay commensurate with skills and experience (starting at $45-$55/hour)
100% paid medical, dental, vision, and $50,000 in basic life insurance for full-time employees (30% coverage for dependents), first of the month following DOH
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer profit sharing contribution
8 paid holidays each year, no waiting period
Paid Time-Off (PTO) earned at a rate of 1 hour per every 30 hours worked
Tool purchase and tool loan programs
Discretionary bonus
Mentorship and career development opportunities
Opportunities to build for Dowbuilt in other regions, if desired

WHO WE ARE

Dowbuilt is a construction company founded in 1980, and today our talented teams can be found from coast to coast. We excel at cutting-edge, innovative, never-been-done-before residential projects and home service—all of which require precision and impeccable attention to detail. We work with top architects, and our builds are regularly featured in publications such as Architectural Digest, Architectural Record, and Dwell.

The Dowbuilt culture is one of care—care for our employees, clients, and the talented craftspeople we partner with—resulting in care for the incredible designs we bring to life.

HOW YOU'LL GROW

We’re committed to investing in our team members’ ongoing professional development. At Dowbuilt, we want everyone to have equal opportunity to play to their strengths, fill gaps in knowledge, and grow professionally. We believe that effective career development requires two-way, open communication between employee and manager. Expectation setting happens on both sides, along with support, mentorship, and goal setting at regular intervals. Find out where your career will take you at Dowbuilt.

Dowbuilt is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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