Framer Carpenter Foreman

Rockport Group; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee discounts

Company parties

Job summary

Rockport Commercial Inc. is seeking a Frame Carpenter Foreman – Division Lead to head the framing division for multifamily apartment projects at Winnipeg, MB.

This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive hourly rate plus extended health benefits and RRSP matching, with year-round, internal project work. You will recruit and lead framing crews, plan layouts from blueprints, order materials, and ensure safety on site across diverse local sites.

Qualifications

• Experience leading framing crews on multifamily residential or commercial builds.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve on-site framing issues.
• Red Seal or Journeyman ticket is an asset; leadership experience valued.
• Expert knowledge of wood framing layouts and material takeoffs; metal stud experience a plus.
• Valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.
• Must own a full set of professional hand/power tools and CSA-approved steel-toes.

Responsibilities

• Build the Division: Recruit, hire, and onboard your own framing crews.
• Run the Division: Lay out and construct framing for multifamily apartment projects, townhouses and commercial buildings.
• Plan Ahead: Review blueprints early to forecast upcoming layout, tool, and manpower needs.
• Order Materials: Prepare accurate material orders to prevent shortages.
• Problem Solve: Quickly troubleshoot and resolve on-site framing issues.
• Manage the Crew: Schedule workers, assign tasks, and keep projects on track.
• Keep It Safe: Enforce field safety protocols and maintain a clean site.

Skills

Leadership

Framing expertise

Blueprint reading

Wood framing

On-site safety

Education

Red Seal or Journeyman (asset)

Tools

Personal hand tools

Power tools

CSA steel-toes

Job description

Benefits:

• Company parties
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance

Who We Are

Rockport Commercial Inc. builds large multifamily apartments, as well as townhouses and commercial spaces in Winnipeg. We partner directly with Rockport Investment Group. We are expanding and building a new specialized framing division.

Why Rockport?

• Year-Round Work: No seasonal layoffs or gaps. Our project pipeline is secured years in advance.
• Only Internal Projects: We build our own portfolio. No external clients or third-party disputes.
• One Team, One Goal: Work directly with our internal concrete, drywall, and trade divisions. We all work toward the same target with zero friction.
• Company Events: We value our crew. We host regular team barbecues, seasonal parties, and social events.

The Role

• Position: Frame Carpenter Foreman – Division Lead
• Location: Winnipeg, MB (Various local sites)
• Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Pay: Competitive salary/hourly rate + extended health benefits & RRSP matching

Key Responsibilities

• Build the Division: Recruit, hire, and onboard your own framing crews.
• Run the Division: Lay out and construct framing for primarily multifamily apartment projects, along with some townhouses and commercial buildings.
• Plan Ahead: Review blueprints early to forecast upcoming layout, tool, and manpower needs.
• Order Materials: Put together accurate material orders so your crews never run out of lumber, steel, or hardware.
• Problem Solve: Quickly troubleshoot and resolve building conflicts or framing issues when you run into them on-site.
• Manage the Crew: Schedule workers, assign tasks, and keep projects on track.
• Keep It Safe: Enforce strict field safety protocols and maintain a clean job site.

What We Look For

• Experience: Strong background leading framing crews on multifamily residential (apartment) or commercial builds.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Able to think on your feet and fix unexpected structural or layout issues on-site.
• Credentials: Red Seal or Journeyman ticket is an asset. Years of proven field leadership are highly valued and strongly considered in lieu of a certificate.
• Skills: Expert knowledge of wood framing layouts and material takeoffs. Metal stud experience is a major plus.
• Logistics: Valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s licence and a reliable vehicle.
• Tools: Must own a full set of professional hand/power tools and CSA-approved steel-toes.