Lead Carpenter

Lead Carpenter

• Continuing Ed: NARI Now Certifying Project Managers

  The National Association of the Remodeling Industry continues to help raise the bar of professionalism in the remodeling industry with its Certified Remodeler Project Manager program.

   

• At Your Service: Unsung Heroes

  Don't underestimate the importance of building trust with your clients. Here's an example of an exemplary relationship between job superintendent and client.

   

• Change Is in Order: Change Order Calculations Done in the Field vs. in the Office

  TIM FALLER: Should you ask your lead carpenter to estimate and present change orders?

   

• Team Effort: Getting Everyone on Your Team to Step up to the Plate

  It's important for all your team members — both new and seasoned guys — to pitch in to give clients a positive experience and guarantee the success of the company.

   

• Roadmap to Success: The Importance of Effective Scheduling

  Schedules provide a snapshot of active, completed, and future tasks. Don't underestimate how important effective scheduling is to your success.

   

• Re-Leading the Way: The Return of the Lead Carpenter System

  One of the best ways to reduce costs and increase efficiency is the lead carpenter system.

   

• Age, Safety, & Awareness: Age Has Its Advantages and Disadvantages on the Jobsite

  Carpenters of every age are prone to injury, but for different reasons.

   

• The Projects May Be Smaller, but Planning Remains Key

  Full-service remodelers are mistaken if they dismiss small projects as being less important and requiring less attention to detail.

   

• The 5 Essentials of Jobsite Leadership

  Remodeling consultant and lead carpenter authority Tim Faller identifies five key principles of jobsite leadership.

   

• The Not-So-New Production Realities of Smaller Remodeling Jobs

  Some "old-school" tips for avoiding costly mistakes and maintaining profitability in a climate of shrinking job sizes and margins.