Carpenters - Norfolk, VA

PCL Construction; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

PCL Construction, Inc. in Norfolk, VA is seeking Carpenters to support a civil district project. The role requires reading plans, laying out elevations, and finishing concrete, with pay between $25 and $40 per hour depending on experience.

You will follow safety policies, secure tools, and work on the Elizabeth River bridge project. Minimum two years in heavy civil construction preferred; OSHA certifications a plus. On-site, full-time position.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience, preferably in heavy civil construction.
• OSHA safety certifications are a plus.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds regularly, up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Able to work in extreme temperatures, confined spaces, and at height.
• Good attendance with references.

Responsibilities

• Read plans and specifications.
• Print layouts.
• Follow safety policies and ensure proper scaffolding and equipment.
• Secure and put away tools, equipment, and materials at end of day.
• Layout, set elevations and grade; install PVC water stop; set anchor bolts; erect and strip gang forms.
• Finish and place concrete.
• Work on structural/mechanical repairs to moveable bridge over the Elizabeth River.

Skills

Read plans & specifications

Print layouts

Safety compliance

Tool organization

Layout & elevations

Concrete finishing

Bridge work experience

Job description

Carpenters - Norfolk, VA - Norfolk, Virginia (Job Number: 124609)

The future you want is within reach.

At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We're a community of builders committed to building better communities. That's why we're always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what's next in our industry.

We're also looking at what's next for you and we can help you build a career you're proud of.

We are seeking for Carpenters with experience for a Project located at Norfolk, Virginia. Pay ranges from $25 - $40 per hour based on experience.

As a Carpenter for our Civil District, you will contribute to our team by:

• Ability to read plans and specifications.
• Ability to print layouts.
• Compliance with all Company Safety policies and procedures, such as making certain that proper safety scaffolding and other equipment is in place while performing job duties.
• Securing and putting away all tools, equipment, and materials at the end of each workday.
• Layout, set elevations and grade, install PVC water stop, set anchor bolts, block-outs and erecting and stripping gang forms.
• Experience finishing and placing concrete
• Craftsmen to work on structural and mechanical repairs to moveable bridge over the Elizabeth River

What you will bring to the role:

• Good Attendance record with references from previous employer(s).
• Safety certifications (OSHA) a plus.
• At least 2 years of experience, preferably in heavy civil construction.
• Strength to perform average lifting of up to 35 pounds and occasionally to 50 pounds, from the ground to waist level.
• Arm, hand, and finger dexterity with both hands involved in activities such as reaching, handling, and feeling--and with good eyesight.
• Should be able to navigate through the worksite on a daily basis.
• Occasionally climbs up and down ladders, scaffolding and stairs.
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures, in confined spaces, high places, and in excavated areas (PCL offers training & certifications as required).

PCL is an innovative, safety-oriented company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.

The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] with the position and location you are interested in.

Together, we can build success and a better future. Let's get started!

Company: PCL Construction, Inc.

Job Posting: Oct 12, 2026

Closing Date: Jan 10, 2027

Primary Location: United States-Virginia-Norfolk