Lead Hand

Rolling Tides is shaping Vancouver Island's communities through smart, reliable construction. We specialize in public sector infrastructure, commercial buildings, infill multifamily developments, and select single-family projects. We bring structured systems and a people-first mindset to every job.

Our Vision & Values

Vision

To build lasting spaces that strengthen communities through integrity, craftsmanship, and collaboration.

Values

At Rolling Tides, our values are more than words — they're our daily blueprint:

• Raise the Bar – We pursue excellence in every detail.
• Win Together – Success is shared through teamwork and trust.
• Do the Right Thing – Integrity and transparency guide every decision.
• Own It – We're accountable for our work and our word.
• Your Success is Our Success – We treat every client's goal as our own.
• People First – We invest in relationships, growth, and community well-being.

These principles shape how we lead, build, and serve. They define what it means to work with Rolling Tides — and to represent it.

The Role

As a Lead Hand, you'll support the Site Supervisor in running day-to-day operations, coordinating the Rolling Tides labour team, and maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient site. You'll lead by example — reinforcing safety, organization, and professionalism while ensuring work stays aligned with project schedules and budgets.

How Success Will Be Measured: 5 Key Deliverables

1. Site Readiness & Organization

Keep the job site clean, stocked, and inspection-ready. Maintain trailer inventory (fasteners, consumables, safety gear), complete weekly Site Cleanliness Forms in SALUS, and uphold site presentation and safety standards.

2. Safety Compliance & Inspections

Lead by example in enforcing Rolling Tides' safety program. Complete FLHA forms daily, Site Inspections weekly, Scaffold inspections, and proactively report incidents and near misses in SALUS.

3. Labour Force Leadership, Coordination & Efficiency

Direct and support the labour team to meet project schedules and budget goals. Assign daily tasks, track productivity and labour hours, and assist with sequencing and trade coordination. Communicate potential schedule or cost risks early and propose solutions.

4. Reporting & Communication

Keep communication consistent and documentation up to date. Maintain GSR reports biweekly, record daily progress, and flag issues to the Site Supervisor. Support accurate field reporting in Procore and Google Drive.

5. Upholding Company Values & Standards

Act as a field-level ambassador of Rolling Tides' culture. Demonstrate accountability, respect, and reliability. Model the company's six core values in every interaction and decision.

What You'll Do

• Lead the Rolling Tides labour crew and coordinate daily site tasks.
• Maintain trailer inventory and ensure site tools, gear, and materials are ready for work.
• Uphold safety practices aligned with WorkSafeBC and company policy.
• Support the Site Supervisor with scheduling, progress tracking, and reporting.
• Assist in trade coordination and ensure site cleanliness and organization are maintained.

What You Bring

• Red Seal Carpenter certification (preferred)
• 1+ years of experience in a leadership role (Lead Hand, Foreperson, or similar)
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, jobsite safety, and tool/equipment handling
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to lead by example and motivate others under tight timelines
• Valid Class 5 BC driver's license
• Nice to have: experience in multifamily or commercial construction

Perks & Compensation

• Competitive hourly wage plus performance-based reviews
• Company phone allowance ($80/month)
• Benefits after 3-month probation period
• Paid sick leave (up to 40 hours per year)
• Branded Rolling Tides gear and training opportunities
• A strong safety culture that rewards accountability and professionalism

How to Apply

Send your resume and a brief note about your leadership experience — including one project where you helped deliver quality results under tight timelines.

Rolling Tides Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We value integrity, craftsmanship, and teamwork, and we hire for both skill and fit with our values.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41.00-$43.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Leadership: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Red Seal Certification (preferred)
• Class 5 Licence (preferred)

Location:

• Victoria, BC (preferred)

Work Location: On the road