Red Seal Carpenter/Construction Site Supervisor

Jacobson & Greiner Group; Brandon; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobson Commercial Ltd. in Brandon, MB, is seeking an experienced Red Seal Carpenter with strong construction site supervision and leadership skills to oversee daily operations on commercial projects.

This hands-on role blends carpentry expertise with supervision, scheduling, safety oversight and quality control, while coordinating trades, monitoring schedules and maintaining an organized site. You will inspect workmanship, resolve issues, keep daily logs, and perform hands-on carpentry as

Qualifications

• Previous site supervision or crew leadership experience.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and construction specifications.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem solving skills.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Willingness to work outdoors and extend hours.
• First Aid/CPR and construction safety training are assets.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate trades, subcontractors, suppliers, and daily site activities.
• Monitor schedules, milestones, materials, and equipment.
• Enforce safety requirements and maintain an organized worksite.
• Inspect workmanship for compliance with plans, codes, and standards.
• Resolve site issues, delays, deficiencies, and material shortages.
• Maintain daily logs and communicate progress to the Project Manager.
• Perform hands-on carpentry as required.

Skills

Site supervision

Blueprint reading

Leadership

Safety training

Driver’s license

Problem solving

Documentation

Physical ability

Job description

Red Seal Carpenter / Construction Site Supervisor

Red Seal Carpenter / Construction Site Supervisor

Location:

Brandon, Manitoba

Employment Type:

Full-time

Wage:

To be determined based on experience

Reports To:

Project Manager

Position Overview:

Jacobson Commercial Ltd. is seeking an experienced Red Seal Carpenter with strong construction site supervision and leadership skills to oversee daily operations on commercial construction projects. This hands‑on role combines carpentry expertise with leadership, scheduling, safety oversight, and quality control.

Job Duties:

• Coordinate trades, subcontractors, suppliers, and daily site activities
• Monitor schedules, milestones, materials, and equipment
• Enforce safety requirements and maintain an organized worksite
• Inspect workmanship for compliance with plans, codes, and standards
• Resolve site issues, delays, deficiencies, and material shortages
• Maintain daily logs and communicate progress to the Project Manager
• Perform hands‑on carpentry as required

Skills, Abilities and Experience:

• Previous site-supervision or crew‑leadership experience
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license
• Ability to interpret blueprints and construction specifications
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills
• Basic computer and site‑documentation skills
• Ability to work outdoors, accommodate extended hours, and lift 50–75 lbs
• First Aid/CPR and construction safety training are assets