Lead From the Front. Build Great Crews. Grow Your Career.
LAING is looking for Commercial Roofing Lead Hands who take pride in their work, support their crews, and want to play a larger role in the success of their projects.
Whether you're an experienced Lead Hand looking for a company that values strong leadership, or an experienced Commercial Roofer ready to take the next step in your career, we'd like to hear from you.
For nearly 40 years, LAING has delivered complex commercial roofing and building envelope projects across British Columbia and the Yukon. Our crews work on large-scale and technically demanding projects that require strong teamwork, communication, craftsmanship, and leadership at every level of the organization.
As our company continues to grow across British Columbia, the Yukon, the Northwest Territories, and Western Canada, we are looking for people who want to grow with us — leaders who care about quality workmanship, supporting their teammates, developing others, and helping raise the standard for what leadership in the roofing industry can look like.
Why Join LAING?
At LAING, Lead Hands are more than simply experienced roofers.
They play a critical role in supporting Foremen, mentoring apprentices, developing newer workers, maintaining quality standards, and helping ensure projects run safely and efficiently.
We believe some of the strongest leaders in our company begin as Lead Hands. That's why we invest heavily in training, mentorship, leadership development, and creating opportunities for people to continue growing their careers.
Unlike many companies, our Lead Hands are encouraged to take an active role in developing crews, solving problems, improving jobsite organization, and building the leadership skills that create successful teams.
Whether your goal is to become a Foreman one day or continue building a career as a highly respected Lead Hand and mentor, we are committed to helping you succeed.
Projects You'll Be Part Of
Our crews work on a wide variety of commercial roofing projects, including:
- Schools and educational facilities
- Multi-family residential developments
- Hospitals and healthcare facilities
- Commercial and industrial buildings
- Government and institutional projects
- Large-scale new construction projects
- Roof replacement and rehabilitation projects
We are known for taking on technically challenging projects that require skilled tradespeople, strong teamwork, and a commitment to quality workmanship.
What Great Lead Hands Look Like at LAING
Successful Lead Hands at LAING:
- Lead by example
- Take pride in quality workmanship
- Support and mentor apprentices
- Help create organized and productive jobsites
- Communicate professionally with crews and leadership
- Take ownership of safety and quality standards
- Solve problems proactively
- Help build positive team culture
- Support Foremen in coordinating work and developing crews
Successful candidates will typically bring:
- Commercial roofing experience
- Experience with TPO, SBS, EPDM, PVC, standing seam, or other commercial roofing systems
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to safety and quality workmanship
- Desire to continue developing leadership skills
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel as required
We're looking for people who enjoy helping others succeed and want to contribute to building strong teams.
Why Lead Hands Choose LAING
- Paid overtime
- Opportunity to develop leadership skills
- Clear career path into Foreman and Superintendent roles
- Opportunity to mentor apprentices and newer workers
- Large, complex commercial projects
- Stable year-round work
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Strong support from Foremen, Superintendents, Safety, and Operations
- A company that invests heavily in safety, equipment, training, and people
- A culture built around accountability, professionalism, teamwork, and craftsmanship
Compensation & Benefits
At LAING, we believe leadership responsibilities should be recognized and rewarded. We are committed to providing competitive compensation, strong benefits, ongoing development opportunities, and long-term career growth for our people.
- Competitive hourly wages based on experience, qualifications, leadership ability, and performance
- Overtime paid in accordance with provincial employment standards
- Stable year-round work
- Extended health and dental benefits
- RRSP matching program
- Travel and out-of-town opportunities available
- Ongoing technical and leadership training
- Mentorship and career development opportunities
- Opportunities for advancement into Foreman, Superintendent, Project Management, and other leadership roles
- Support from experienced Foremen, Superintendents, Safety, Operations, and Senior Leadership teams
- A company that invests heavily in safety, equipment, technology, training, and continuous improvement
At LAING, we view the Lead Hand role as one of the most important positions in our organization.
Lead Hands play a critical role in developing apprentices, supporting crews, maintaining quality standards, and helping projects succeed. As a result, we actively invest in leadership development, mentorship, and training opportunities to help our people continue growing throughout their careers.
Whether your goal is to become a Foreman, continue developing as a highly skilled Lead Hand, or expand your technical expertise within the roofing industry, LAING provides opportunities for long-term growth and advancement.
What You Can Expect at LAING
- Competitive hourly wages based on experience and qualifications
- Overtime paid in accordance with provincial employment standards
- Extended health and dental benefits
- RRSP matching program
- Stable year-round work
- Travel and out-of-town opportunities available
- Ongoing technical and leadership training
- Strong operational support from Foremen, Superintendents, Safety, HR, and Operations teams
At LAING, leadership development starts long before someone becomes a Foreman.
Lead Hands are regularly included in leadership development opportunities, mentorship programs, safety initiatives, training programs, and project planning discussions to help prepare them for future growth.
We believe developing great leaders starts by investing in great people.
Build Your Career With LAING
We're looking for the next generation of roofing leaders.
Whether your goal is to become a Foreman, continue developing as a highly skilled Lead Hand, or simply work alongside a team that values quality workmanship and strong leadership, LAING offers the opportunity to build a rewarding long-term career.
If you're ready to lead from the front, support your team, and build work you can be proud of, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply today by submitting your resume and relevant experience for consideration.
Pay: $38.00-$42.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
