Charles Laurie
TAC Construction
Bend,OR
24
years of professional experience
Experienced Framer and Lead Framer with more than 25 years of hands-on experience in residential and commercial construction throughout Central Oregon. Skilled in all aspects of wood framing, including layout, blueprint and construction plan reading, material estimating, siding, and complete framing operations. Experienced leading crews of 8–10 carpenters while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, productivity, and jobsite organization. Extensive experience constructing custom homes as well as commercial buildings, including restaurants, retail stores, and office buildings. Dependable, safety-conscious, and committed to quality workmanship, teamwork, and developing the skills of other carpenters.
Work History
Framer / Lead Carpenter
24 Years 3 Months- Framed custom residential homes as well as commercial buildings, including restaurants, retail stores, and office buildings.
- Performed all aspects of residential and commercial wood framing, from initial layout and measurements through completion.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, construction plans, and specifications to accurately lay out and construct framing systems.
- Performed precise jobsite layout and measurements to ensure framing was accurate and consistent with construction plans.
- Supervised and led crews of 8–10 carpenters, assigning work and coordinating daily activities to ensure quality and productivity standards were met.
- Worked hands-on alongside crew members while providing field leadership, technical guidance, and problem-solving support.
- Trained newer carpenters in framing techniques, tool use, construction procedures, and safe work practices.
- Estimated framing materials and helped coordinate material needs to keep projects moving efficiently.
- Installed siding and completed additional carpentry tasks to meet project demands.
- Followed established jobsite safety procedures and promoted safe work practices among crew members.
- Safely and efficiently operated a wide range of hand tools, power tools, saws, and framing equipment.
- Identified and resolved field issues while maintaining project quality and schedule expectations.
- Worked effectively in physically demanding outdoor construction environments and varying weather conditions.
- Cultivated professional relationships with coworkers, supervisors, subcontractors, and other construction professionals to foster effective collaboration.
- Earned extensive experience and responsibility through more than two decades with the same construction company.
Education
Diploma
Skills
Wood framing
Crew leadership
Blueprint reading
Jobsite layout
Material Estimating
Siding Installation
Hand & Power Tools
Jobsite Safety
Lead Framer & Crew Leadership
Team Leadership
Problem Solving & Field Coordination
Quality Control
Field coordination
Carpenter mentoring
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- 25+ years of residential and commercial framing experience
- Experienced Lead Framer supervising crews of 8–10 carpenters
- Extensive custom home and commercial construction experience
- Strong blueprint, layout, measurement, and material-estimating skills
- Experienced trainer and mentor
- Strong knowledge of construction materials, framing processes, and jobsite safety
- Long-term Central Oregon construction experience
- Bend, Oregon resident
Timeline
Framer / Lead Carpenter
TAC Construction
04.2001 - 07.2025Read More
Westmont High School
Diploma
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