Lead Foreman – Carpentry & Finishes

Mobility

Bolton

On-site

CAD 44,000 - 58,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Growth path to Superintendent
Mentorship
Small team
Competitive pay
Steady work

Job summary

Unlimited Building Solutions Inc. in Pickering, ON is seeking a Lead Hand / Working Foreman to supervise residential and commercial crews, perform framing and finish carpentry, and read drawings to keep projects on schedule.

This role leads day-to-day on-site decisions and has a clear growth path toward a Project Superintendent, with mentorship and opportunities across diverse projects. The journey emphasizes safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years hands-on residential/commercial experience.
  • Strong framing and finish carpentry skills.
  • Ability to read construction drawings and specs.
  • Good judgment to escalate to Project Manager when needed.
  • Experience leading a small crew or senior tradesperson.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and work with crew on residential and commercial sites.
  • Perform framing and finish carpentry tasks.
  • Read drawings and catch issues early.
  • Keep job moving and make on-site decisions.
  • Coordinate tasks with subs and suppliers.
  • Maintain safe site per OH&S practices.

Skills

Framing & finish carpentry
Reading drawings & specs
On-site decision making
Crew leadership
Driver's license & vehicle
Safety compliance & WHMIS
Site leadership aspiration

Education

Red Seal Carpenter certification

Job description

Unlimited Building Solutions Inc. in Pickering, ON is seeking a Lead Hand / Working Foreman to supervise residential and commercial crews, perform framing and finish carpentry, and read drawings to keep projects on schedule.

This role leads day-to-day on-site decisions and has a clear growth path toward a Project Superintendent, with mentorship and opportunities across diverse projects. The journey emphasizes safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

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