Carpenter

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