Construction Senior Carpenter ​/ Lead-Hand

Established in 1990, Shakespeare Homes & Renovations is an award-winning North Vancouver custom home builder specializing in high-end custom homes, major renovations, and energy-efficient construction. As leaders in both high-end custom homes and complex renovations, we take pride in delivering exceptional projects from excavation to completion, whether guiding a Step Code 5 sustainable build or orchestrating a transformative renovation. We're looking for an experienced, hands-on Construction Site Lead to oversee daily site operations and help deliver these outstanding projects from excavation through completion.

• Award-winning builder with an excellent reputation
• Interesting, architecturally designed custom homes
• Stable, year-round work on the North Shore
• Supportive, professional team environment
• Long-term career growth, development, and mentorship opportunities
• Commitment to quality craftsmanship and safety

• Lead daily site operations and coordinate trades, schedules, and material deliveries.
• Perform carpentry and assist with construction activities as required.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive jobsite.
• Monitor quality, progress, and workmanship throughout construction.
• Work closely with project managers, consultants, clients, and subcontractors.
• Review drawings and resolve construction issues proactively.
• Assist with material prep, site logistics, and project planning.
• Identify change orders and communicate project updates.

• 10-15 years of residential construction experience.
• 5+ years leading custom home projects.
• Strong carpentry background with a toolbelt-on approach.
• Ability to read construction drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of the BC Building Code and municipal inspections.
• Experience coordinating multiple trades.
• Valid BC Driver's Licence.
• Eligible to work in Canada.

• Occupational First Aid Level 1
• Red Seal (asset)
• LEED (asset)
• Built Green (asset)
• Fall Protection
• WHMIS
• CSTS
• Confined Space (asset)
• Full-time, permanent
• Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts
• $45.00–$50.00/hour, based on experience
• North Vancouver and surrounding North Shore communities
• Reliable transportation required
• Extended health, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid 2-week's vacation and 5 sick days
• Company events
• Long-term career opportunities
• Use of company vehicle when available

• How many years of North American residential construction experience do you have?
• How many years have you supervised custom home construction projects?
• Do you hold a valid BC Driver's Licence?