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OPERATIONS MANAGER
Reports to Director of Construction
At Kevin Cradock Builders, our success as craftspeople depends on well-organized, well-managed project teams. We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager who can help expand our teams’ capacity for accurate, timely work while nurturing and supporting a safe, happy, diverse and inclusive work environment.
If interested in this position, please send a resume to hr@cradockbuilders.com.
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Maintain awareness of current status and upcoming timeline at all ongoing KCB projects to ensure efficient and correct operations
Supervise implementation and usage of Quality Control tools for KCB teams
Support Operations team in maintaining on-time, on-budget performance at projects
Monitor staffing requirements, work with HR department to open new job positions where needed, and manage the interview process for Operations team hires
Work closely with Construction Controller to manage project finances from incoming job costs through customer requisition, and support project teams’ ongoing updates on their customers’ budgets
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Directly supervise all Project Managers and Lead Project Coordinator, including one-on-one meetings, regular performance reviews, career development plans and conflict resolution if needed
Lead weekly whole-team production meetings, during which you’ll help guide resource deployment and any needed project site support
Work with Safety Officer to maintain OSHA compliance at job sites and shop, and make sure all teams are participating in training and record keeping
Develop and use metrics to aid in assessing and improving KCB’s operational effectiveness
Research and explore solutions for systems in development
Create and maintain a culture of open communication in the Operations team, to discuss production issues, QC challenges, new processes, and questions about how to work more effectively
Help maintain an excellent customer experience through regular check-ins with project teams about their customers’ communications, regular job site visits, and frequent participation in project meetings
With HR team, manage the scheduling and completion of all performance reviews for the Operations and site production teams
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Two or more years of measurable success in operations management, or in a comparable role
Strong skills and at least 5 years’ experience in construction project management, including scheduling, budgeting, and project sequencing
Excellent ability to delegate responsibilities while maintaining holistic awareness and control of a multilayered production environment
Deep experience with construction management software and a strong ability to work across platforms
Current, unlimited MA Construction Supervisor’s license
OSHA 30 certification
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Item descriptionFamiliarity with Manager-Tools guidance for teams and managers, viz. The Effective Manager, Mark Horstman, and related materials
Experience with Procore
Familarity and fluency with task management systems, individual and team-based
Hands-on experience as a professional carpenter or woodworker
KCW WOODWORK PROJECT MANAGER
Kevin Cradock Builders is looking for an experienced Woodwork Project Manager. The ideal candidate will have 5 or more years' experience in woodworking project management. A background in shop woodworking is key, along with the ability to work as part of a team alongside co-workers of all skill levels.
A strong background in creating/managing shop drawings in AutoCAD and/or SketchUp, woodwork fabrication, generating and maintaining schedules using spreadsheets, and communicating clearly via email is ideal.
We hire for long-term employment and would like to see you grow and develop alongside our company. This position is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Woodwork PM or the solo owner/operator of a custom woodworking business who would prefer the stability and organization of a good job in the woodshop of an established general contractor.
The job requires organization, strong follow through and detail tracking. If you are an experienced manager from another industry, looking to move towards the world of high-end residential construction, we would be interested to hear from you.
If interested in this position, please send a resume to hr@cradockbuilders.com.
KCW ENGINEER & DRAFTSPERSON
Kevin Cradock Builders (and KCW/Kevin Cradock Woodworking) is looking for a Woodworking Draftsperson and Engineer. The ideal candidate will have 5 or more years experience in some combination of shop woodworking and CAD. A blended background of woodworking and digital drafting is key, combined with the ability to work as part of a team alongside co-workers of all skill levels.
Skills needed: creating/modifying shop drawings using AutoCAD and/or SketchUp, generating and maintaining project information, and communicating clearly via email will all be required.
We hire for long-term employment and would like to see you grow and develop alongside our company. This position is an ideal opportunity for an experienced woodwork engineer or someone with a woodworking background and drafting experience interested in project development.
The job requires organization, strong follow through and detail tracking: if you are an experienced engineer/draftsperson from another industry, looking to move towards the world of high-end woodwork engineering, we would be interested to hear from you.
If interested in this position, please send a resume to hr@cradockbuilders.com.
Kevin Cradock Builders is looking for experienced woodworkers and millworkers. If you can build a cabinet from a set of drawings, set up a shaper accurately, or lay out veneered doors, this job may be for you.
We offer excellent pay, paid vacation and holiday time, uniforms, and a well-organized and energized work environment with year-round, full-time work on interesting and challenging projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in this trade and a willingness to work hard as part of a team.
Please make sure to include a resume or detailed work history, along with your contact email. The candidate for this position is experienced, looking to further their woodworking career, and ready to grow and develop along with our company.
We hire for long-term employment. We have a deep background in traditional woodworking and an energetic, accomplished group of craftspeople on our staff.
EXPERIENCED WOODWORKER
We currently have a position available for an experienced carpenter.
The ideal candidate will have 10 or more years' experience in residential carpentry and remodeling, with an emphasis on specialized hands-on carpentry skills such as roof layout, stair framing and finishing, stain-grade trim work and high-tolerance millwork installation.
Excellent craftsmanship is a requirement, along with the ability to work as part of a team and provide training to less experienced team members. Carpenters are expected to maintain a full set of tools, a professional-looking, functional work truck, and a neat appearance.
We offer excellent pay, paid vacation and holiday time, KCB clothing, and a well-organized and energized work environment with year-round, full-time work on interesting and challenging projects. Craftsmanship and a love of carpentry is central to our culture.
We hire for long-term employment. The candidate for this position is a seasoned carpenter who is looking for an opportunity to grow and develop along with our company.
JOURNEYMAN CARPENTER
The KCB Apprentice Program is a multi-year commitment for those seeking to advance their skills or transitioning into the residential construction industry.
While we currently have all our apprentice positions filled, we would still like to hear from you if you are interested in joining the program. If your application meets the standards for our Apprentice Team, we'll reach out to let you know, and will contact you in future should a position re-open. Please use this link to begin the application process: