Site Foreman

Job Description

<p>Are you a residential master craftsman who thrives on building with your own two hands?</p><p>Oborne Contracting is an award-winning, fast-paced, and highly respected residential renovations company serving the Greater Toronto Area. We are currently seeking skilled, hands-on professionals to join our team as Site Foreman (Lead Carpenter/Project Manager).</p><p>This is not a "clipboard" management job. If you are most comfortable with a tool belt on, leading from the front, and delivering top-quality work, we want to hear from you.</p><p>We are looking for individuals who combine advanced technical ability with leadership skills and a genuine passion for the trades.</p><p>What You Bring to the Table:</p><ul><li>Minimum 10 years' hands-on residential construction experience (Journeyman level or higher)</li><li>Proven ability to perform framing, finishing carpentry, and layout at a high level</li><li>Skilled in reading and interpreting residential drawings, specifications, and building codes</li><li>Strong practical knowledge of structure, framing, building envelopes, and finishing systems</li><li>Experience with a wide range of residential scopes (including plumbing, electrical, drywall, and painting etc.)</li><li>Professional attitude, strong work ethic, and pride in workmanship</li><li>Able to maintain focus and endurance through physically and mentally demanding projects</li><li>Ability to lead by example — working alongside your crew and ensuring quality standards</li><li>Clear communication skills for interacting with homeowners, subcontractors, and inspectors</li><li>A solutions-first mindset when site challenges arise</li></ul><p>Your Day-to-Day Role:</p><ul><li>Layout, framing, demolition, rough-ins, insulation, drywall prep, trim work, and finishings</li><li>Coordinating and directing trades and other staff</li><li>Managing materials, deliveries, and site organization</li><li>Performing detailed quality control inspections</li><li>Maintaining high site safety and cleanliness standards</li><li>Communicating daily with project managers, clients, and office support</li><li>Proactively solving site problems to keep jobs running smoothly</li></ul><p>This is a boots-on-the-ground leadership role. You will work on-site every day, with tools in hand, actively building and guiding the team to deliver high-end results.</p><p>Requirements:</p><ul><li>Must own a reliable work vehicle (truck, van, or trailer)</li><li>Full set of personal tools suited for all construction related work</li><li>Current certifications: WHMIS, Fall Protection, First Aid, MOL Supervisor Training</li><li>Red Seal Carpenter certification strongly preferred</li></ul><p>Compensation: Competitive hourly wage leading to approximately $70,000 – $100,000+ annually, based on skills, certifications, and leadership contribution.</p><p>This is a role for experienced builders who want their craftsmanship and leadership to be valued, not just managed.</p><p>If you take pride in real building skills and want to be part of a company that values quality over shortcuts — we want to hear from you.</p><p><em>Please submit your resume or a detailed email outlining your experience and why you're a fit for our team.</em></p><p>Serious tradespeople only, please.</p><p>(Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.)</p><p>Learn more about us: </p><p>Let's build excellence together.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $70,000.00-$100,000.00 per year</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>