Screening Checklist
- • Review first-fix and second-fix portfolio examples
- • Confirm productivity expectations by package type
- • Check quality/finish references with previous PMs
Certificates and Evidence
- • CSCS card
- • Tool competency records where required
- • Asbestos awareness
Interview Questions for Carpenters
- • Which package types are your strongest?
- • How do you manage tolerance and snag avoidance?
- • How do you coordinate with drylining and MEP interfaces?
Red Flags to Escalate
- • No clear distinction between first-fix and finish quality experience
- • Poor snag closure references
- • Weak evidence of working to programme milestones
Carpentry demand spikes around envelope close-in and internal fit-out programme transitions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is specialist fit-out experience important?
Yes where finish quality is critical. Reference checks should focus on comparable finishes and timelines.
How should productivity be benchmarked?
Use package-specific outputs tied to drawing complexity and access constraints, not generic daily assumptions.
How quickly should carpenters onboarding happen?
For quality hires, competency checks and references should be completed before start date so teams can mobilise cleanly and safely.