Carpenter Foreman - SDA Lead & Planner

King County, Washington; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

King County's Facilities Management Division is seeking an experienced Carpenter II (Carpenter Foreman) for a Special Duty Assignment in Kent, WA. The role involves supervising journey-level Carpenters, planning and coordinating daily work, and preparing labor and material estimates for projects.

Flexibility to handle CMMS and timekeeping tasks is required. The position emphasizes safety, performance feedback, and collaboration with project managers and other trades to ensure high-quality

Qualifications

• Completion of an apprenticeship, formal training program, or equivalent combination of education and experience in carpentry.
• Experience effectively managing employees within the Carpenter trade or similar trades by supervising, coaching, supporting, and empowering employees.

Responsibilities

• Supervise journey-level Carpenters and assign work.
• Plan, organize, schedule, and coordinate daily work activities; prepare work schedules and staffing plans.
• Prepare performance feedback and address conduct issues; participate in disciplinary discussions as needed.
• Monitor safety hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Estimate material and labor, equipment rental charges, and subcontractor costs for projects.
• Organize and file manuals; utilize CMMS and timekeeping systems; verify data and close out work orders.
• Collaborate with planners and project managers to schedule and complete work orders.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Perform duties of Carpenter I as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Planning and scheduling

Estimating labor and materials

CMMS/timekeeping

Oral and written communication

Safety awareness

Education

Apprenticeship in carpentry

Carpentry-related training

Tools

CMMS

Timekeeping systems

Job description

King County's Facilities Management Division is seeking an experienced Carpenter II (Carpenter Foreman) for a Special Duty Assignment in Kent, WA. The role involves supervising journey-level Carpenters, planning and coordinating daily work, and preparing labor and material estimates for projects.

Flexibility to handle CMMS and timekeeping tasks is required. The position emphasizes safety, performance feedback, and collaboration with project managers and other trades to ensure high-quality