Lead Cabinet Carpenter & Project Estimator

The Regents of the University of California on behalf of their Los Angeles Campus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Regents of the University of California on behalf of their Los Angeles Campus is seeking a Carpentry Lead to manage the cabinet shop, supervise journey-level carpenters and apprentices, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time project delivery.

Under the Senior Superintendent, you will estimate materials, schedule work, assign tasks, monitor progress at shops and on sites, maintain inventory, and communicate with clients to resolve issues while complying with California codes.

Qualifications

• Journey-level carpentry skills with cabinet-making expertise.
• Ability to read plans and blueprints and perform cost estimates.
• Experience coordinating multiple crews and projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cabinet shop operations and staff assignments.
• Provide daily project status updates to supervisors.
• Estimate materials and labor for projects.
• Ensure safety practices and compliance with codes.
• Maintain shop inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Coordinate with clients to meet specifications and schedules.

Skills

Carpentry leadership

Estimating & cost calculation

Project coordination

Safety compliance

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Education

Certified Carpentry Apprenticeship or equivalent

CA noncommercial Class C License

Job description

The Regents of the University of California on behalf of their Los Angeles Campus is seeking a Carpentry Lead to manage the cabinet shop, supervise journey-level carpenters and apprentices, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time project delivery.

Under the Senior Superintendent, you will estimate materials, schedule work, assign tasks, monitor progress at shops and on sites, maintain inventory, and communicate with clients to resolve issues while complying with California codes.