Lead Carpenter

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced, dependable, and motivated Lead Carpenter to oversee and perform hands-on construction work on commercial projects. This role is ideal for someone with strong carpentry skills, leadership experience, and the ability to keep projects moving safely, efficiently, and with high-quality workmanship.

The Lead Carpenter will help manage day-to-day job site operations, guide crew members, communicate with superintendents and project managers, and ensure work is completed according to plans, specifications, and company standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily job site activities for construction, remodeling, repair, and carpentry projects.
• Perform hands-on carpentry work, including framing, trim, doors, windows, concrete, ACT, drywall, repairs, and general construction tasks
• Support crew members to ensure work is completed safely, correctly, and efficiently.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, measurements, and project specifications.
• Manage the use of hand tools, power tools, heavy equipment operation, and other construction machinery safely and effectively.
• Maintain detailed documentation of project progress, site logs, incident reports, and compliance records throughout each phase.
• Represent the company professionally with clients, subcontractors, and team members

Schedule

• Flexible scheduling may be available
• Day shifts, night shifts, evenings, weekends, and after-hours work may be required depending on project needs
• Full-time and project-based opportunities may be available
• Overtime may be available depending on workload

Experience

• Strong knowledge of framing, finish carpentry, remodeling, repairs, and general construction practices.
• Previous experience leading a crew or managing job site tasks strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with using hand tools, power tools, and safety equipment on active sites.
• Ability to read plans, take accurate measurements, and complete work with attention to detail
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards.

This position may offer a flexible schedule, and some projects may require night work, evening work, weekends, or after-hours scheduling depending on project needs. Candidates with their own tools and reliable work truck may be eligible for higher pay, depending on experience and availability.

Pay: $25.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person