We're looking for a Carpenter to join the team at The Conscious Builder! We are a private, non-union construction company based in Ottawa, specializing in high-performance residential projects. As a Carpenter you would be working on residential energy retrofits, renovations, NetZero Homes, Passive Homes and Off-grid Homes.

Minimum 10 years field experience OR Red Seal required.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Supervise construction site activities and ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes
• Coordinate and schedule labor, equipment, and materials to meet project deadlines
• Communicate with project managers, architects, and subcontractors to ensure project goals are achieved
• Monitor construction progress and provide regular updates to project stakeholders
• Manage and maintain construction site documentation, including daily logs, safety reports, and progress reports
• Resolve any issues or conflicts that arise during construction and communicate issues to project managers when necessary
• Ensure that the construction site is clean, organized, and free of hazards
• Train and mentor staff members and provide performance feedback as needed
• Collaborate with project and construction managers to develop and implement project plans and budgets
  
• Material take offs and ordering, as required
• Scheduling for deliveries and sub-trades for the project assigned, as required
• Supervision of other employees and sub-trades for the project assigned, as required
• Read and interpret construction plans
• Submit any receipts in an organized manner to the office
• Completion of Daily Work Logs
• Site safety practice and responsibilities to others
• Attend and report on site meetings with clients, major subcontractors and/or consultants, as required
• Working as a team with fellow employees and sub-trades

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Self sufficient
• Minimum 10yrs experience OR Red Seal
• Knowledge and experience in deconstruction, framing, window & door installation, finishing, exterior siding of all kinds, insulation, drywall, interior trim and doors, flooring, tile and cabinetry installation
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans
• Building science knowledge
• Valid drivers license and vehicle
• Have own tools
• Willing to travel as needed for projects in and around the Ottawa area
• Ability to work well with others and mentor apprentices
• Proficient with Technology