Careers

The Finish Commercial Carpenter is responsible for for working with building materials (most often wood) either on a construction site or in a work shop. Responsible for constructing, erecting, installing, and repairing structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, and wallboard, using a carpenter’s hand tools and power tools. Must be able to perform tasks for all aspects of a construction project, including working in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities Include:

• Perform journeyman level carpentry work
• Ability to read and follow construction documents, plans and specifications
• Install structures and fixtures, such as windows, doors and decks per code and manufacturers requirements
• Follow OSHA and company safety protocol • Perform finish carpentry and millwork installation
• Jobsite Safety and Performance
• Use power tools and hand tools to conduct repairs and construct building components
• Work from ladders, scaffolding and pump jacks
• Perform other duties as assigned by Site Superintendent

Qualifications:

• 3+ years’ experience in framing and finish carpentry
• Must be able to utilize appropriate math skills
• Comfortable and knowledgeable using power tools, measuring devices, basic construction calculations and attention to detail
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation to work
• Must be enthusiastic toward work, and willing and able to apply new techniques and methods for productivity and time management
• Must be reliable, punctual, and a team player
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment while maintaining attention to detail, quality and professionalism
• Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously – must be detail oriented and flexible to job site locations, schedules and management

Physical Ability: Able to perform tasks for all aspects of a construction project including lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs for 50 ft, climbing a ladder; and, working in various weather conditions.

The Heavy Equipment Operator will be required to dig around inner-city utilities, operate a variety of earthwork equipment while understanding production and grades. This position will also require the operator to perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites.

Responsibilities to include but not limited to below:

• Operates heavy equipment in a clean and efficient manner.
• Experience in the following heavy equipment operation is ideal: Front End Loader, Skid Steer, Dozer, Excavator. Truck Driving skills are a plus.
• Ensures health and safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner at all times.
• Working knowledge of day-to-day construction site operations.
• Willingness to learn new procedures or tasks.
• Assures unit is never operated in an unsafe manner.
• Production driven.
• Must be willing to maintain equipment daily in addition to other duties.
• Follow good construction safety practices and following company code of ethics, policies and procedures.
• Ability to read and understand grade stakes.
• Able to measure, mark and record areas where work is to be performed and has been completed.
• Assisting other trade workers as necessary.
• Daily thorough review and approval of equipment logs and timesheets.
• Strong communication regarding equipment mechanical issues.
• Ability to lift, pull, push up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to work in various weather and job location conditions.
• Ability to occasionally work irregular hours, nights and weekends.
• Ability to understand and follow directions and take instruction.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma (or equivalent)
• 3+ years’ experience in heavy equipment operations
• Experience and knowledge working around underground utilities and grading

The Pipe Layer is responsible for installing underground pipes, which vary in size from 6”-108”. Installation of the pipe includes positioning, joining, and aligning the pipes at proper depths, angles, and grades. The Pipe Layer is essential in communicating with other team members regarding the excavating activities associated with installing the pipe to ensure work is performed safety and efficiently.

Responsibilities to include but not limited to below:

• Follow written instructions or blueprints to lay out the route of the pipe
• Dig trenches to the desired or required depth by hand or using trenching machines
• Level and/or grade the base of the trench using tamping machines or hand tools
• Lay pipes in trenches and weld, cement, glue, or otherwise connect pieces together
• Check the slope with carpenter’s level or lasers
• Install and repair sanitary and storm water sewer structures and pipe systems
• Cover pipes with earth or other materials
• Locate existing pipes needing repair or replacement, using magnetic or radio indicators.
• Assemble, install, and maintain glazed or unglazed clay, concrete, plastic, or cast-iron pipes that are used as storm or sanitation sewers, drains, water mains, oil or gas lines, or electrical or other conduit.

Experience & Knowledge:

• Equipment operation a plus: Forklifts, backhoes, front end loaders, trenching machines, and bulldozers
• Utilizing appropriate math skills
• 3 years’ minimum experience
• diversified skills
• work with related tools and equipment
• able to understand civil work, blue print elevations, and grade lasers
• basic knowledge of public utility work protocols

Physical Ability:

• Pipe Layer positions are physically demanding, and a high level of physical fitness is required. You must be able to perform tasks for all aspects of a site work construction project including lifting and carrying up to 80 lbs for 50 ft, working in various weather conditions including heat and cold.

The Civil Foreman will primarily coordinate operations and oversee workers at construction site. The foreman is the key person in charge of overseeing the completion of the project and as such must be able to see the “big picture” at all times.

Responsibilities to include but not limited to below:

• Oversee and ensure that all safety rules are being followed at all sites all times
• Able to operate heavy equipment
• Produce work schedules in accordance with availability of employees, contractors and labor laws and monitor the attendance of crew
• Coordinate daily tasks, according to priorities and plans, adjusting as necessary due to weather, supply delivery and personnel
• Ability to delegate responsibilities and individual projects to the crew and contractors
• Brief crew members about how daily operations will be carried out
• Ensure that all machinery and tools are available to the crew and everything is in proper order and state of maintenance
• Perform inspections to ensure that the crew’s performance is up to the set standards
• Coordinate separate modules of the constriction process to ensure harmony
• Recruit, hire, mentor, manage and train employees and contractors
• Provide for adequate resources and staffing to meet safety needs, regulations, best practices, laws and project schedules
• Develop and oversee quality standards on all sites
• Monitor and manage project budgets on all sites
• Resolve conflicts or miscommunication that may happen on site quickly and amicably
• Report project status to supervisors, site engineers and officials regularly
• Accurately submit crew members time sheets to payroll by deadline
• Attends operations meetings as scheduled
• Enforces all company safety policies and procedures and OSHA compliance
• Handle on-site incidents and emergencies in a proactive manner

Qualifications:

• High School diploma (or equivalent)
• 5+ years’ experience in civil operations
• Experience and knowledge in all aspects of construction, excavation, concrete and utilities
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Outstanding time management skills
• Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to lead crews and achieve job goals weekly
• Safety Requirements and guidelines-both state, federal and company implemented
• Ability to read, interpret and follow construction plans and specifications
• Knowledge of basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of Heavy Job Management and ProCore is a plus
• Ability to perform labor intensive work and be able to lift/carry 50 pounds of materials

 Faber Construction is looking for a full-time Project Manager for our Woodinville office.

The Construction Project Manager position is responsible for representing the firm with clients and consultants on virtually any range of subjects related to construction and for making decisions on behalf of the firm. Project Managers work in many areas of development and are responsible for overseeing a building project from start to finish.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES to include, but not limited to:

• Directs team members (employees and consultants) at all levels of contract administration.
• Controls any number of projects at various stages of work. Reviews records of accounts and inputs entries into to proper accounts.
• Determine needed resources from start to finish with high level of attention to budgetary limitations.
• Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met.
• Continually evaluate progress and prepare deadline reports.
• Consult with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of new structure or renovation, and prepare information regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs and construction time frame.
• Plans layouts of projects and integrates engineering elements into unified design for client review and approval.
• Administers construction contracts and conducts periodic onsite observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with plans and specifications.
• Provides leadership and directs activities of project team members.
• Use applicable resources to obtain knowledge on upcoming projects to recruit work for the company.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in construction management, commercial general contracting, or related field.
• Bachelor’s Degree – Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent – Preferred
• Ability to read drawings and specifications.
• Proven experience as a construction project manager
• In-depth understanding of construction procedures and material and project management principles
• Superior management and delegation capabilities.
• High level of financial responsibility.
• Functions effectively as part of a team.
• Strong computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office products.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Procore a plus, but not required.
• Broad understanding of industry.
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times.
• Good time management and organizational skills.

Faber Construction is looking for a full-time Project Coordinator for our Lynden office. This position supplies administrative support to our civil project management team and facilitates the office coordination for multiple projects.

Faber Construction is a growing dynamic company that seeks the talent of an individual that is motivated, and has a great work ethic. You will be empowered to grow with the company.

Scope of Responsibilities to include but not limited to below:

• Provide clerical/administrative support for project managers, including assisting with the distribution of required documents and correspondence, setting up and maintaining job starts/buy outs, and creating/maintaining master filing systems.
• Contract Administration: create, produce, and execute meeting minutes, contracts, submittals, RFI’s (Request for Information), Purchase Orders, Drawings and Specifications, Punch lists, etc.
• Act as a liaison between Project Managers, Clients, and Subcontractors.
• Coordinate/facilitate contract close-out requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School diploma (or equivalent). Associates Degree preferred
• Ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in construction management, commercial general contracting, or related field
• Ability to handle multiple projects and support multiple employees’ administrative needs with minimum supervision is essential
• Understanding of construction procedures and the industry
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Extreme attention to detail
• Superior accuracy and proficiency in accounting processes
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet monthly deadlines
• Proficient in Project Management software including MS Office, MS Excel, MS Word
• Knowledge in BlueBeam, HeavyBid, Procore, and Sage CRE is a plus, but not required.

Faber Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a competitive compensation package including 401(k), medical insurance benefits, a bonus program based on performance. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform post offer, pre-employment substance abuse testing.