Master Carpenter

The Master Carpenter is a highly skilled professional responsible for all aspects of carpentry from frame to finish. This includes a strong understanding of all trades involved in the building process. The ideal candidate will have a master-level understanding of carpentry principles and methods, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and strong supervisory and leadership skills.

• Reads and analyzes blueprints and plans to construct high-end residential new builds, additions, and renovations.
• Set and measure progress against production goals as set out in the estimate.
• Responsible for working with the Project Manager to create daily and weekly plans for the crew.
• Must work as a team to keep track of project timelines.
• Submits material and labor requests to the Project Manager promptly.
• Manages a crew of Carpenters to include Journeymen Carpenters, Junior Carpenters, and Construction Field Support.
• Utilizes work order and purchase order processes as outlined by Relax & Co protocols.
• Oversees the maintenance and care of company equipment.
• Adheres to local building and safety codes and guidelines.
• Conducts weekly safety huddles and addresses potential site safety hazards.
• Suggests labor and staffing concerns and opportunities to the Project Manager and Construction General Manager.
• Identifies training needs and ensures proper training is developed and provided to members of the carpentry team and potentially other areas if asked.

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Eight or more years of carpentry experience is necessary.
• Successful completion of a vocational/technical college or apprenticeship program is a plus.
• Experience as a construction site foreman is a plus.
• OSHA 10 certification is desired.

• Complete knowledge of the Carpenter Journeyman II duties and competencies.
• Expert knowledge of all aspects of carpentry from frame to finish.
• Must be able to read blueprints to execute layouts and build off of them through a team.
• Have an expert-level understanding of framing and building operations.