Senior Field Lead - Hands-On Construction Pro

NPAworldwide; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NPAworldwide is seeking an experienced Construction Site Lead / Senior Construction Technician to work alongside the Construction Manager in our Canadian projects. The role is hands-on and leadership-focused, with the majority of time spent on the tools and guiding a small crew.

The ideal candidate will have extensive carpentry/finish work experience, strong problem-solving abilities, and the judgment to escalate issues when needed. Travel to project sites is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 34 years of hands-on experience in carpentry, landscaping, finish carpentry, or a combination of these areas.
• Strong practical construction skills and confidence working with tools and equipment.
• Experience performing skilled construction work independently.
• Previous experience leading, supervising, or providing direction to a small crew is preferred.
• Comfortable being a working lead supervising and providing direction while actively working alongside the crew.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, measurements, and specifications.
• Strong practical problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Sound judgment and the ability to determine which issues can be resolved independently and which require input from the Construction Manager.
• Strong understanding of construction safety practices and job-site requirements.
• Reliable, accountable, organized, and able to take ownership of assigned work.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with the Construction Manager, crew members, subcontractors, and other site personnel.
• Valid driver's licence and ability to travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Work directly alongside the Construction Manager on active construction projects.
• Spend approximately 80–90% of the role performing hands-on construction work.
• Serve as the Construction Manager's #2 in the field and assume responsibility for a site when required.
• Lead, supervise, and work alongside a small crew, typically one or two helpers.
• Provide day-to-day direction to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.
• Read and interpret drawings, plans, specifications, and project requirements.
• Coordinate the immediate work of the crew while the Construction Manager handles broader project coordination.
• Identify and troubleshoot construction issues as they arise.
• Independently resolve routine field problems and escalate when direction is needed.
• Monitor workmanship and address deficiencies promptly.
• Ensure tools, equipment, and materials are used appropriately and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site.
• Follow and reinforce company safety procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate progress, challenges, material needs, and site issues to the Construction Manager.
• Step up and take ownership of the site when the Construction Manager is working elsewhere.

Skills

Hands-on carpentry

Crew leadership

Read drawings

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Job description

NPAworldwide is seeking an experienced Construction Site Lead / Senior Construction Technician to work alongside the Construction Manager in our Canadian projects. The role is hands-on and leadership-focused, with the majority of time spent on the tools and guiding a small crew.

The ideal candidate will have extensive carpentry/finish work experience, strong problem-solving abilities, and the judgment to escalate issues when needed. Travel to project sites is required.