Carpenter Foreperson - Richmond Hospital

Jardeg; Richmond; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jardeg seeks a Carpenter Foreperson to lead the Buildings team in Richmond, BC. You will supervise on-site crews, ensure safety, quality workmanship, and compliance with plans and codes, while coordinating with site leadership and trades to maintain project flow.

The role emphasizes leadership, meeting milestones, and delivering an exceptional client experience. Day shift, 5-on/2-off, with overtime and weekends as required; journeyperson ticket preferred, local candidates encouraged.

Qualifications

• Skilled carpenter with leadership experience on construction sites.
• Experience supervising construction teams and coordinating with trades.
• Knowledge of safety standards and building codes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor a on-site crew.
• Ensure safety and high-quality workmanship.
• Coordinate with site leadership and trades for project flow.

Skills

Carpentry leadership

Team supervision

Safety compliance

Reading plans and specs

Multi-phase construction

Mentoring team

Communication with trades

Education

Journeyperson ticket

CSTS 2020 & WHMIS 2015

Job description

Position: Carpenter Foreperson - Richmond Hospital

Project Type: Buildings

Project Location: Richmond, BC

Shift: Day

Schedule: 5 days on, 2 days off

Accommodations: Local Only

GC: Graham

Allied Partner: Technical Workforce Inc.

Reference Number: 32307

Jardeg is currently recruiting for a Carpenter Foreperson to join the Buildings team in the city of Richmond!

The schedule for this position is Monday to Friday. The position will have the opportunity for overtime, extended hours, and weekends, as required by the site's leadership.

Are you a skilled Carpenter with a passion for leadership? We’re looking for a Carpenter Foreperson to bring their expertise to our dynamic Buildings team in Richmond. This is your chance to step into a role where your talent meets opportunity.

In The Role You Will

• Supervise and mentor a team on-site
• Ensure top-quality workmanship and safety standards
• Work closely with site leadership and trades to maintain project flow and efficiency; support site logistics
• Assist the team to lead construction activities in the field and ensure that construction goals are achieved and met or exceed client expectations
• Produce work that results in an exceptional client experience
• Ensure projects are built according to approved plans, specifications, shop drawings, and applicable building codes while maintaining high-quality standards
• Work with the project team to meet milestones and completion dates according to the established project schedule
• Provide clear direction to team members you’re leading to ensure project targets are achieved
• Attend and provide input at project meetings and ensure that information is transmitted to those on your field team
• Assess the target production goals, establish a team workflow, and execute the plan to achieve it
• Support staff through coaching and team huddles
• Efficiently and safely use the relevant tools and equipment needed to produce the various assemblies and layouts for the project
• Support and maintain a healthy, happy, productive work environment and culture
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional presentation of the work site

Requirements

• You are a skilled Carpenter that has experience managing construction teams
• Holding a valid Journeyperson ticket is an asset
• CSTS 2020 & WHMIS 2015
• You have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a supervisory/leadership role
• Buildings/commercial experience is an asset
• You have an understanding of construction phases, project schedules, and workflows
• Experience in multiple phases of construction, from foundation work to finishing
• Can proficiently describe and point out safety compliance and regulatory issues
• Candidates must be legally able to work in Canada

COME AND GET YOUR BOOTS DIRTY!

At Jardeg, we power the workforce behind Graham and its trusted workforce partners, recruiting skilled trades and construction professionals who help deliver complex projects across Canada. If you’re a tradesperson working in Canada, our reach across commercial, infrastructure, and industrial construction - as well as maintenance and turnaround projects - means we offer more than just a job. We offer a lifetime of work.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to an inclusive, accessible workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available by request to your recruiter for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from third-party recruitment agencies will not be accepted and will become the property of Jardeg.