Craft Manager at Brinkman Construction Inc

Mead, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 May, 26

Salary

93000.0

Posted On

24 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Carpentry, Supervision, Crew Management, Scheduling, Hiring, Training, Performance Reviews, Manpower Planning, Blueprint Interpretation, Safety Compliance, Material Take Offs, Leadership, Problem Solving, Timecard Management, Layout Best Practices, Tool Operation

Industry

Construction

Description

Description About the role: The Craft Manager leads and coordinates a crew of carpenters and laborers to ensure high-quality, efficient, and safe completion of carpentry-related tasks on construction projects. This role combines hands-on carpentry work with supervisory responsibilities, ensuring that project schedules, budgets, and quality standards are met while maintaining a safe and productive work environment. This individual will work with project teams on manpower needs, maintain the craft tracker, and schedule craft accordingly. The Craft Manager helps with interviews, hiring new craft employees, career pathing and training, performance reviews and crucial conversations as needed. Essential Functions: Hiring/ firing/ recruiting craft personnel Specific job placement with consideration to project needs, employee skillset’s geographic location Manage the craft tracker. Facilitates, orchestrates changes during the Superintendent meetings. Solely responsible for the manpower requests and communications. Jumps in on “one off” days when specific project tasks or extra help is needed. Craft training the “BCI way.” Timecard best practices, DTHA’s, near misses Has an intimate feel for each one strengths/weaknesses. Trains accordingly. Review and coordinate PTO requests with the individual/team. Career involvement Provide on the job training and mentoring to crew members. Competency matrix Participate in reviews, raises and bonus reviews. Disciplinary action Help with deliveries when needed as support to the warehouse. Take lead and facilitate self-perform site fencing installation. Walk with project teams to assess tasks needed, perform material take offs and assist in obtaining tools and materials needed for completing tasks. Lead, direct, and motivate carpentry crew members to meet production goals. Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure work is completed, on time and according to project plans. Communicate effectively with project managers, site supervisors, and subcontractors to coordinate work activities. Perform skilled carpentry tasks including measuring, cutting, assembling, and installing wood and other materials according to blueprints and specifications. Operate hand tools, power tools, and other construction equipment safely and effectively. Can train these operations as needed. Ensure all carpentry work meets quality, safety, and code requirements. Interpret and work from construction drawings, blueprints, and plans. Order and manage materials, tools, and supplies as needed for assigned tasks. Monitor jobsite safety and enforce compliance with company and OSHA safety standards. Identify and address potential hazards or issues before they impact progress. Requirements Qualifications: Minimum 5 years of carpentry experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or foreman role. Proven ability to read and interpret construction drawings and blueprints. Strong communication, leadership and crew management skills. Advanced knowledge of carpentry techniques, tools, and materials. Ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure. Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills. Commitment to and full understanding of Brinkman’s safety and quality program. Current driver’s license & valid for the past consecutive 12 months. Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record. Ability to navigate different technical platforms: Outlook, Excel, Autodesk. Familiar with layout best practices, understands importance of maintaining control and grid lines, experience with total station or theodolite preferred. Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; vocational or technical training preferred. 10-hour OSHA Training Course sponsored by the company and completed in first three months of employment. First Aid/CPR Training Course sponsored by the company and completed in first three months of employment. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 50+ pounds regularly and perform physically demanding work in various weather conditions. Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and kneel for extended periods. Able to travel to various project locations. Able to concentrate at a high degree in a busy and noisy construction environment. Work Environment: Central: offices out of the warehouse located in Longmont with the expectation to be project-based, covering both Fort Collins and Denver projects. What we offer: Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Open Paid Leave Program and paid parental leave No weekend work Mileage Reimbursement program Cell phone reimbursement Flexible benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) match Competitive compensation, cash bonuses, spot-bonuses We are committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live, work, and play through our Volunteer Time Off program. About us: Across the Front Range, clients choose to work with us based on the relationships and projects we build, and the unmatched client experience we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, we are all-in on every project. Our culture of ownership drives us to create buildings of distinction and relationships that last. For us, excellence is non-negotiable and it’s why so many of our projects are from repeat customers. Our Core Values: At Brinkman Construction, we’re Driven to Build, and our core values are the cornerstone of our success. They shape our culture, define our character, inform our vision, and empower us to deliver on our mission. We are: Relationship Focused All In Salary: Range of $70,000 to $93,000 annually. Salary is commensurate with technical skills and experience.

Responsibilities

The Craft Manager leads and coordinates carpentry crews to ensure high-quality, efficient, and safe completion of carpentry tasks, balancing hands-on work with supervisory duties to meet project schedules and budgets. This role involves managing manpower needs, tracking craft progress, facilitating changes in Superintendent meetings, and handling all aspects of craft personnel management including hiring, training, and performance reviews.