Job Description: This Carpenter (Structural) position at Shirley Contracting Company involves various tasks such as building and installing forms for structural elements, measuring materials or distances, cutting or sawing boards, and assembling wood or metal frameworks. The ideal candidate should be able to comfortably work from heights, have their own tools, and pass a pre-employment physical/drug screening. They must also be willing to perform manual labor related tasks and ensure the company's health and safety culture is met. • Building and installing forms for substructure/superstructure bridge elements, retaining walls, sound walls, box culverts, and other similar structural elements • Measure materials or distances, using square, measuring tape, or rule to lay out work • Cut or saw boards, timbers, or plywood to required size, using handsaw, power saw, or woodworking machine
See More Details >>Love Where You Work! If working for a team of dynamic professionals that create award winning projects for some of the world’s most successful companies sounds exciting, rand* construction corporation is where you want to be. Voted a Great Place to Work for 15+ years in a row, rand* provides a culture of excellence that offers unlimited growth. We are seeking a dynamic Senior Superintendent that is looking for a company where they can learn and grow. What you’ll do: The Senior Superintendent is responsible for all the field staff on a project and will make sure that projects are built according to plans and specifications. They will supervise work of carpenters, laborers and subcontractors. They are responsible, along with Project Manager for having the material, tools/equipment, information and staff requirements on the jobsite in the proper place in a timely fashion. The Senior Superintendent handles all correspondence and forms required by the rand* office, i.e., daily reports, time sheets, safety reports, accident reports, etc. They will monitor the work being performed, direct the subcontractors and schedule all work according to the requirements of the project schedule. The superintendent effectively utilizes management skills in directing supervision of subcontractors, along with coordinating subcontractor’s activities within the scope of their duties. ABOUT rand* rand* construction is an award-winning, woman-owned national commercial contractor specializing in tenant interiors, retail, restaurants, and building renovations (capital expenditure). Founded in 1989 by Linda Rabbitt, rand* has grown from a small interiors firm to a multi-market construction company offering a wide range of services to national and regional clients. Today, rand* is headquartered in Alexandria, VA, and manages regional offices in Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; Denver, CO; and Salt Lake City, UT with revenues in excess of $550 million annually. Qualified Candidates Will Possess The Following • High School Diploma required; two years of college preferred. • Must have 15 years’ experience as lead superintendent on commercial interior, retail or building renovation projects • Display exemplary performance in all project safety related categories • Periodically audit jobsites during site walks to ensure standards are being met • Assist teams with complex and specialty quality control issues • Assist teams with pre-punch walks to identify quality trends and ensure smooth/timely punch list process • Set the example of "do and teach" by training and coaching Superintendents at all levels to meet rand*'s high standards of administration and organization Preferred Candidates Will Also Possess The Following • Must have 15+ years’ experience as lead superintendent on commercial interior, retail, or building renovation projects • Proven track record of independent judgment and decision-making when faced with matters of executive or non-routine nature • Ability to anticipate and be proactive • Ability to deal professionally and diplomatically with individuals at all levels • Able to troubleshoot and solve highly complex project-related issues with all levels of team members • Ability to manage deadlines, deliver as needed • Ability to prioritize multiple assignments with a strong attention to detail rand* is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering meaningful careers and cultivating a workplace where individuals can thrive and do their best work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, sex, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical or physiological condition (including pregnancy), national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please let us know by noting this in your application. All applications must be submitted via randcc.com/careers . Non-solicited resumes submitted elsewhere will not be considered.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a carpenter in Alexandria, DC, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. With approximately 6855 carpenters employed in Alexandria, DC, and an average weekly wage of $652.41, the carpentry trade offers a promising career path. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 8% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $724.86 per week for experienced professionals.
