• Location: Abbotsford, British Columbia
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #14273
• Salary: CA$120,000 Per Hour

Travelling Mass Timber Site Leaders

Lead Hands, Foremen, Site Supervisors and Superintendents

MatchBox Consulting Group is recruiting on behalf of our client, a recognized leader in mass timber design, fabrication, and construction, for experienced field professionals to support major projects across the United States.

This is an opportunity to work on some of North America’s most technically interesting mass timber structures, including large-scale commercial, institutional, and architecturally significant projects.

We are interested in speaking with experienced:

• Site Superintendents

• Site Supervisors

• General Foremen

• Foremen

• Lead Hands

• Lead Carpenters

• Timber Installers

• Steel Erectors

• Ironworkers

• Structural Construction Leaders

The Opportunity

You will join an experienced project team responsible for delivering complex mass timber installations throughout the United States.

The work involves structural installation, site coordination, erection planning, lifting and logistics, trade coordination, safety, quality control, and daily project execution.

Candidates may be based anywhere in Canada, provided they are comfortable travelling regularly to US project sites.

What You Will Do

Depending on your level of experience, responsibilities may include:

• Lead or support mass timber installation activities

• Coordinate site crews, subcontractors, and trade partners

• Review drawings, installation plans, and project specifications

• Support erection sequencing, logistics, and material planning

• Coordinate crane-assisted lifts and structural installation activities

• Monitor project schedules, productivity, quality, and safety

• Complete daily reports and project documentation

• Communicate with project managers, consultants, clients, and site stakeholders

• Lead by example and contribute to a professional, team-oriented site culture

• Ensure installations meet design, schedule, and quality requirements

What We Are Looking For

You may come from a background in:

• Mass timber construction

• Glulam or CLT installation

• Heavy timber construction

• Structural steel erection

• Commercial carpentry

• Institutional construction

• Complex structural installation

• Rigging and lifting operations

• Crane-assisted erection

• Commercial or industrial construction

You should also bring:

• Strong field construction experience

• The ability to read drawings and specifications

• A solid understanding of site safety

• Comfort working at heights and around lifting operations

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A willingness to travel extensively

• A practical, solutions-focused approach to construction

Direct mass timber experience is highly valued, but strong candidates from structural steel, heavy timber, commercial carpentry, or complex structural construction backgrounds are also encouraged to apply.

Travel Rotation

Most project work is located in the United States, with projects ranging from short-term installations to assignments lasting several months.

The standard rotation provides regular scheduled travel home. Flights, accommodation, and project-related travel costs are covered.

You do not need to relocate permanently and can be based anywhere in Canada.

Compensation

This is a strong hourly compensation package with:

• Competitive base hourly rates

• A substantial premium while working on active project sites

• Overtime paid at the applicable premium rate

• Flights and travel costs covered

• Accommodation provided

• Strong annual earning potential

• Opportunities for longer-term growth into senior site leadership and project management

Compensation will vary based on experience and level, with opportunities available from experienced field installation professionals through senior Site Superintendent level.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work on landmark mass timber projects

• Build technically complex structures across North America

• Earn strong hourly compensation and overtime

• Receive paid travel and accommodation

• Join a highly skilled construction and engineering team

• Gain exposure to advanced construction methods

• Build a long-term career in one of the fastest-growing areas of structural construction

Apply

Apply directly through MatchBox Consulting Group.

We also welcome referrals to experienced mass timber professionals, carpenters, foremen, steel erectors, ironworkers, site supervisors, and superintendents who may be interested in rotational US project work.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team’s extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com