Site Lead Carpenter - Residential Construction

Compensation: $40-$45/hr depending on experience Reports to: Construction Manager Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 am–4:00 pm Stillwater Custom Homes builds high-performance custom homes and renovations across Greater Victoria. We’re a tight-knit team that takes our craft seriously — and we’re looking for a Site Lead who does too. The Role You’ll run the day-to-day on site — leading a team of carpenters and apprentices, coordinating with the Construction Manager and Project Manager, and making sure every build meets our quality standard. Hands-on work, real leadership, and a direct impact on what gets built. What You’ll Do Lead site set-up, daily operations, and project close-out Perform and lead framing, building envelope, and finishing work Mentor carpenters and apprentices on site Coordinate with the Construction Manager and Project Manager on schedule, budget, and scope Maintain safety standards and daily documentation Uphold Stillwater’s quality and client care standards on every project What We Offer Competitive hourly wage + overtime at time and a half (80+ hrs/pay period) 4%–6% vacation pay depending on tenure Health Care Spending Account after 6 months Paid safety training and certifications Company tablet provided after probationary period Annual compensation review Stable, full-time work on high-quality residential projects What We’re Looking For Journeyman Carpenter (Red Seal an asset) 5+ years in residential construction with site leadership experience Strong finishing and framing skills Reliable vehicle and own tools Someone who leads by example and takes pride in their work If this sounds like you, we’d like to hear from you. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Pay: $40.00-$45.00 per hour Benefits: Company events Extended health care Tuition reimbursement Ability to commute/relocate: Victoria, BC : reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Application question(s): Do you have a vehicle to reliably commute to job sites? Experience: Carpentry: 5 years (required) Licence/Certification: Red Seal Carpentry (required) Work Location: In person

Lead day-to-day site operations, managing a team of carpenters and apprentices to ensure high-quality residential builds. Coordinate with project and construction managers regarding schedules, budgets, and scope while maintaining safety standards.

Requires a Journeyman Carpenter with a Red Seal certification and at least 5 years of residential construction experience. Candidates must possess strong framing and finishing skills, a reliable vehicle, and their own tools.

• Overtime pay • Vacation pay • Health Care Spending Account • Paid safety training and certifications • Company tablet • Annual compensation review • Company events • Extended health care • Tuition reimbursement

• Project managementPreferred

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• Site Leadership
• Framing
• Building Envelope
• Finishing Work
• Mentoring
• Project Coordination
• Safety Standards
• Daily Documentation
• Client Care

• Construction
• Trades
• Management & Leadership

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 17, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level