Carpenter Crew Leader

Job Description

Job Description

Wolverine Construction, formerly Wolverine Building Group is recognized nationally as a leader in the construction industry. We specialize in industrial, multi-unit residential, healthcare, office, retail, and restaurant construction. We provide quality building solutions through integrity, value and craftsmanship and are a growth company of nearly 200 employees headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan with locations in Brighton and Lansing, Michigan. 

As an organization, we exist to positively impact people and communities.

We’re proud to be consistently recognized as one of the “Best and Brightest Companies to Work For,” a testament to our commitment not only to excellence in construction, but to fostering a workplace where our people can succeed and grow.

Wolverine Construction is looking for a Lead Carpenter to help lead other carpenters on our Self-Perform Trade teams supporting projects throughout West Michigan.

The Carpenter III Crew Leader performs various trade work, including rough and finish carpentry, doors and hardware, steel stud setting, metal finishes, siding, and general trade specialties. This role involves supervising crews and being self-sufficient as a foreman in any of the listed areas. Proficient in reading architectural, structural, and shop drawings, the Crew Leader ensures safety and incident reporting procedures are followed, notifying the Foreman, Supervisor, Safety, or Human Resources as needed.

• Examines blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
• Understands and holds the scope of each job.
• Orders and schedules equipment for the job.
• Installs structures and fixtures such as windows, doors, and moldings.
• Constructs building framework including walls, floors, and doorframes.
• Helps erect, level, and install building framework with the aid of rigging hardware and cranes.
• Installs finished woodwork materials given the job assignment.
• Identifies and offers solutions to problems.
• Tracks time and material for change orders and sends to Trade Supervisor.
• Supervises work crews.
• Completes daily task work, next day work, and weekly work.
• Ensures work areas, machines, or equipment are maintained, for a clean and safe job site.
• Follows established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean environment.

• Plans, organizes, and participates in project tasks.
• Hold daily huddles and weekly toolbox talks.
• Manages and documents production to ensure or exceed budget goals.  
• Predicts resources needed to complete tasks through look ahead schedules.  
• Trains and mentors team members.
• Available to lead Teams across multiple different tasks.  
• Manages equipment inventory and materials on site as well as budget. 
• Monitors and ensures on-site safety compliance and cleanliness through daily safety inspections for task assigned. 
• Oversees quality control. 
• Maintains records for site personnel and production through daily logs, timecards, photos, and notes. 
• Understands and reads blueprints, shop drawings and specifications. 
• General knowledge of construction trades, materials, and construction methods. 
• Ability to both do and delegate work. 
• Experience in managing multiple tasks, priorities, projects, etc. 
• Willing and open to learning new tasks and working outside of your knowledge comfort zone.

• Must have reliable, consistent transportation.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Minimum of ten (10) years construction experience in rough and finish carpentry.
  • The following trainings are required (and provided by Wolverine):
  • OSHA 10-Hour certified or completed within six months of hire.
  • First Aid and CPR certified or completed within six months of hire.
• Already or willing to become trained in:
  • Licensed on equipment.
• Heavy machinery operator cards are highly recommended.
• Certification in welding and power actuated tools are a plus.
• Organized, with exceptional time management skills, the ability to plan and multitask in order to meet deadlines.

Joining our collaborative work environment provides opportunities for advancement, competitive wages, and great benefits including:

• Low-cost medical insurance options, including a HDHP with HSA match

• Dental, vision, basic life, voluntary life, short- and long-term disability insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan with generous employer match

• Company holidays, parental leave, and paid time off

• Profit-sharing / performance-based bonus

• Personal growth opportunities through training and education; tuition reimbursement

• Opportunities to engage in community involvement and paid volunteer time

Wolverine Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.