Lead framer

Chris Baily; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Chris Baily is seeking a Lead Framer to manage a medium-sized crew on commercial projects. The role involves planning, coordinating the framing crew, quality control, blueprint interpretation, and site supervision with limited client interaction.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of framing experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and proficiency with construction management software. On-site work with a focus on safety and documentation is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of framing experience.
• Strong knowledge of framing techniques and blueprint reading.
• Proven team leadership and time management skills.
• Effective problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize framing projects for commercial buildings.
• Coordinate and lead a medium team of 6-10 framers.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to safety standards.
• Interpret and apply blueprint specifications accurately.
• Supervise site activities and provide guidance to crew members.
• Resolve on-site challenges and implement effective solutions.
• Manage project documentation using paper-based and software tools.

Skills

Framing techniques

Blueprint reading

Team leadership

Time management

Communication skills

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

Job Description The Lead Framer plays a pivotal role in managing medium-sized teams of 6 to 10 members to execute framing work primarily on commercial building projects. This position involves overseeing project planning, coordinating the framing crew, maintaining quality standards, interpreting blueprints accurately, and supervising site activities. The Lead Framer works with both traditional paper documentation and construction management software to ensure smooth project scheduling and documentation, while maintaining minimal client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize framing projects for commercial buildings
• Coordinate and lead a medium team of 6-10 framers
• Ensure quality control and adherence to safety standards
• Interpret and apply blueprint specifications accurately
• Supervise site activities and provide guidance to crew members
• Resolve on-site challenges and implement effective solutions
• Manage project documentation using paper-based and software tools

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of framing experience
• Strong knowledge of framing techniques and blueprint reading
• Proven team leadership and time management skills
• Effective problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills