Crew Lead - Good Contracting

WHO WE ARE: Compelled by the love of Jesus, the Calgary Dream Centre exists to see lasting change across generations by breaking the cycles of poverty, homelessness, and addiction. We provide recovery programs, housing, and vocational training to people in the pursuit of a life worth living. Because no one is beyond hope.

MISSION: We provide recovery programs, housing, and vocational training to people in the pursuit of a life worth living.

ABOUT GOOD CONTRACTING: Good Contracting is a social enterprise of the Calgary Dream Centre, launched to create meaningful, paid employment pathways for individuals transitioning through recovery programs into stable, long term work. It operates as a professional general contracting company delivering reliable services to housing providers and property managers across Calgary.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Good Contracting Crew Lead is responsible for the execution of general contracting projects, including drywall, painting, cabinetry, flooring, and finish carpentry. This role provides direct supervision to Crew Members, ensures work is completed safely and to a high standard, and serves as the primary point of contact between the team and the Good Contracting Manager. The Crew Lead plays a critical role in maintaining quality, pace, and professionalism on every job site.

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• Lead and perform hands-on trade work (drywall, painting, cabinetry, flooring, finish carpentry) alongside Crew Members on every shift; cross-division support may be required as business needs
• Prepare job sites at the start of each shift and ensure thorough cleanup at
• Execute the daily schedule as set by the Manager; flag scope changes, unexpected site conditions, or resource gaps for Manager approval.
• Conduct pre-shift site inspections and enforce OH&S compliance, including PPE use and safe work
• Complete incident reports accurately and promptly when
• Provide direct supervision and clear task direction throughout each shift, including daily
• Coach Crew Members through hands-on skill development and provide regular performance observations to the Manager.
• Review completed work against quality standards before leaving any job site; correct deficiencies on the spot and escalate issues requiring Manager input.
• Communicate professionally with property managers, tenants, and on-site contacts; direct all client relationship matters to the Manager.
• Responsible for tracking supplies and flagging shortages to the Manager

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in construction, renovation, painting, or a related field
• Demonstrated ability to lead or supervise at least one other worker in a field
• Strong communication skills and ability to give clear, respectful
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently without close supervision
• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to provide proof of 3 years of continuous insurance, and a Driver's Abstract