RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION FINISHER / WORKING LEAD

NPAworldwide; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

NPAworldwide is seeking a hands-on Residential Construction Finisher / Working Lead for new home construction, renovations and exterior seasonal work around Edmonton. You will perform finish carpentry, drywall patching, painting touch-ups and related tasks while guiding one or two helpers as needed.

You are comfortable solving practical problems on site, reading basic drawings, and keeping projects moving without heavy supervision.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–4 years of hands-on residential construction experience.
• Direct experience with new home production finishing and final touch-ups.
• Strong carpentry and renovation skills including trim, doors, hardware, drywall repairs and finishing.

Responsibilities

• Perform finishing work on new residential construction projects: final touch-ups, repairs and deficiency corrections.
• Complete finish carpentry tasks: install/adjust trim, baseboards, casing, doors and hardware.
• Carry out drywall patching, caulking, painting touch-ups and other finishing tasks.
• Inspect work, identify deficiencies and ensure homes meet quality standards.
• Prepare homes for final walkthroughs, inspections and possession.

Skills

Hands-on construction

Finish carpentry

Carpentry & trim

Attention to detail

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Description

Residential Construction Finisher / Working Lead

Residential New Home Construction | Renovations | Finishing | Landscaping

Our client is seeking a dependable, hands-on Residential Construction Finisher / Working Lead to support new home construction, general renovation projects and seasonal exterior work.

This is an excellent opportunity for a well-rounded residential construction professional who enjoys working on the tools, takes pride in quality workmanship and can handle a variety of finishing and repair tasks.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Construction Manager, spending approximately 8090% of their time performing hands-on construction work, while occasionally providing direction to one or two helpers.

This is not a senior construction management or primarily supervisory position. We're looking for someone who is comfortable doing the work, solving problems and keeping projects moving.

Key Responsibilities

New Home Construction & Finishing

• Perform finishing work on new residential construction projects, including final touch-ups, repairs and deficiency corrections.
• Complete finish carpentry tasks such as installing and adjusting trim, baseboards, casing, doors and hardware.
• Carry out drywall patching, caulking, painting touch-ups and other general finishing tasks.
• Inspect completed work, identify deficiencies and ensure homes are finished to quality standards.
• Prepare homes for final walkthroughs, inspections and possession.

General Renovations & Repairs

• Perform a variety of residential renovation, maintenance and repair tasks.
• Assist with interior and exterior renovation projects, including basic carpentry, repairs, installations and finishing.
• Troubleshoot issues and determine practical solutions.
• Work independently to complete assigned tasks efficiently and professionally.

Landscaping & Grading

• Assist with seasonal landscaping and exterior finishing work, particularly during the spring.
• Support rough and final grading, soil preparation, levelling and drainage-related work.
• Assist with sod installation, landscaping preparation and general exterior site improvements.
• Recognize grading, drainage and finishing deficiencies and communicate concerns to the Construction Manager.

Field Leadership & Site Support

• Work alongside the Construction Manager on active residential projects.
• Provide day-to-day direction to one or two helpers when required.
• Take responsibility for assigned work and occasionally oversee a site when the Construction Manager is elsewhere.
• Coordinate tools, materials and immediate work requirements.
• Maintain safe, clean and organized work areas.
• Communicate progress, deficiencies and challenges to the Construction Manager.

Qualifications

• Minimum 34 years of hands-on residential construction experience, ideally involving new home finishing and general renovations.
• Direct experience with new home production finishing, deficiencies and final touch-ups is strongly preferred.
• Well-rounded carpentry and renovation skills, including trim, doors, hardware, drywall repairs, caulking and general finishing.
• Experience or practical familiarity with residential landscaping, grading and exterior site preparation.
• Comfortable working independently and performing a variety of construction tasks.
• Ability to read basic construction drawings, take accurate measurements and follow specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Practical problem-solving skills and the ability to recognize when additional direction is needed.
• Previous experience directing one or two helpers is an asset, but extensive supervisory experience is not required.
• Reliable, organized and willing to work hands-on throughout the day.
• Valid driver's licence and ability to travel between residential job sites.

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for a well-rounded residential construction professional who is a doer first and a leader second.

You May Currently Be Working As a

• Residential Construction Finisher
• New Home Warranty or Deficiency Technician
• Residential Renovation Technician
• Finish Carpenter with broader residential construction experience
• Residential Construction Labourer or Lead Hand with strong finishing skills
• Residential Maintenance or Service Technician

You understand what it takes to get a newly built home ready for possession, can handle general renovation and repair work, and are comfortable assisting with landscaping and grading when the season requires it.

You don't need to be a Construction Superintendent or an experienced Project Manager. What matters most is your ability to perform quality hands-on work, take initiative, solve practical problems and be someone the Construction Manager can depend on.

If you enjoy variety, take pride in completing projects properly and want a hands-on role where your skills are valued, we'd welcome your application.

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

You have the chance to build your team from the ground up and also to be a Subcontractor .