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NOT YOUR TYPICAL CONTRACTOR.
NOT YOUR TYPICAL COMPANY.

Contractors sometimes have a bad reputation. Both homeowners and craftsmen have had too many experiences marked by poor communication, dishonesty, and greed.

Too often, contracting is all about the bottom line and that just leads to competitiveness, shoddy work, and poor service.

We’re not okay with that at VADA. Here we believe that people are the most important thing. That conviction is the backbone of what we do. It shapes how we deal with clients, how we carry ourselves, and how we treat our employees.

We’re committed to excellence because we care for people. And time and time again, we’ve found that sets us apart.

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our core values

  • Dignity
  • Trust
  • Respect
  • Humility
  • Family
  • Ethics

what makes working at VADA different?

Our culture and our values make a position with VADA different from anywhere else in the industry.

We have great respect for this craft and those who take part in it. We cherish the skills and talent required to find success in doing remodel well. Much of our knowledge has been handed down for generations and we succeed due to the ingenuity of our predecessors. That’s why we are driven to maintain the highest level of quality…while humbly sharing our knowledge. As individuals and as a business we are always learning and innovating so we can be the best team we can be. Remodel is a massive team effort, with everyone doing their part to keep things on track. WE are the most important part of our process. When you work with VADA, YOU, your ideas, your commitment, and your investment in our vision are valued.

Open and honest is how we roll. Our clients, subs, and employees all relax knowing that we’re going to be honest with them. As a result we find the joy in being ourselves, helping each other, and building relationships.

We are people with families, friends, and neighbors who we care about and we often work with clients who do too. It’s not just lip-service when we talk about the “VADA Family”. We do this for ourselves, our families, and our clients’ families. With your help we can do it for you.

Where does all this come from?

Well, it’s a combination of the way we were raised and the experiences we’ve had. They’re values that are so common to who we are that we forget they’re unusual.

But work with us, and we guarantee you’ll notice the difference.

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Lead Carpenters

VADA Contracting LLC seeks Lead Carpenters to: Lead team of workers to complete residential renovations, remodels, and home additions. Oversee daily operations at worksite and ensure projects are completed on time and according to specifications. Perform and guide others in the execution of remodel tasks. Build and install rough framing, Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) flooring, windows, doors, cabinetry, trim, moldings, and custom carpentry items. Perform finish work, including installs and fixturing. Execute basic plumbing, electric, and mechanical tasks not requiring permit. Manage site supervision and inspection, delegate tasks, organize setup, and manage laborers. Compile supply needs, estimate project timelines, and read blueprints. Collaborate with Estimator, Designer and Sales Team on construction plan. Create and revise project schedules and production goals. Supervise field staff, coordinate all labor, materials, and trade contractors for all phases of the job. Complete projects on time and on budget. Assist with hiring construction workers and trade professionals. Monitor budgeting expenses. Regulate safety on-site and maintain it throughout all stages of remodel. Troubleshoot issues that occur on the job site. Develop work schedules based on availability of employees or contractors and weather conditions. Train new carpenters or lead carpenters.

Requires 3 years of experience as a Carpenter in the residential remodeling and renovation sector. The 3 years of experience as a Carpenter must be with leading a team of workers to complete residential remodel projects; instructing other carpenters; performing basic plumbing, electrical, and mechanical tasks as needed such as fixture installs; performing carpentry tasks including rough framing, trim, windows, doors, and cabinet installation;  reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings both paper-based and digital; calculating resource and supply needs from site measurements; completing paper-based and digital documentation of risk assessments, equipment service records, incident reports, requisition sheets, method statements, and handover documents; performing quality inspections to verify work meets quality limits; proper use, control, and clean-up of potentially dangerous materials such as  treated  lumber, PVC based materials, solvents and adhesives. Frequent travel required to various worksite locations throughout Kent County, Michigan. Full-Time position located at VADA Contracting LLC in Grand Rapids, MI. To apply, email resume to jobs@vadacontracting.com.