Lead Carpenter

BOWA•McLean, VA

83d•Onsite

About The Position

A Lead Carpenter (LC) for BOWA plays an important role in the completion and profitability of each project and plays a key role in client project execution, communication and client satisfaction. The LC is the representative of BOWA who ultimately knows the most about a given project. It is his/her chief responsibility to manage the day-to-day construction activities at the jobsite to get the project completed with the utmost quality and in a timely manner.

Requirements

Minimum of 4 years experience in Remodeling related work
Be able to communicate with others clearly.
Must have reliable transportation, tardiness is not acceptable.

Responsibilities

Direct and manage other carpenters on site
Complete carpentry work as needed with “tools on”
Own and maintain appropriate tools to complete the job
Supervision of BOWA employees and subcontractors on a daily basis
Estimating material list quantities, getting lists to the Small Projects Manager for pricing, oversee efficient use of the material and return of unused materials
Communicate and "manage" the client on a daily basis. Relay any important information from the client to the Small Projects Manager
Keep informed as to the project as a whole including plans, change orders and specs
Maintain a two-week future schedule of jobsite events including: material delivery dates, daily work, manpower needed, and summary of subcontractor work scheduled and completed
Be able to communicate clearly and effectively with the Small Projects Manager, subcontractors, clients
Supervision of jobsite safety, cleanliness, security, and protection from damage during construction
Attend quarterly training meetings in the office with all LC’s and production managers
Use of computer as directed by Small Projects Manager