What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Carpenter position at Blue Terra Design?
Company Overview:
Blue Terra Design is an agile design-build team in Madison, Wisconsin, dedicated to diverse, high-quality craftsmanship. Our crew handles a broad mix of projects, moving seamlessly from custom kitchen and bath remodels to architectural built-ins and light commercial work.
If you take pride in workmanship, enjoy working in a creative atmosphere, and want to start each day with a different challenge, you would be a great fit for Blue Terra Design. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is skilled, experienced, self-motivated, and thrives working collaboratively. We pay for approved professional training to support your career growth.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a Lead Carpenter to manage on-site production, preserve structural and aesthetic quality, and lead residential remodeling projects from setup to completion. This role blends advanced hands-on finish carpentry with job site leadership, trade partner coordination, and client communication. The starting pay for this position will be based on the individual’s experience with regular pay increases based on job performance.
Job Description:
- Execute advanced carpentry including high-end cabinet installation, finish trim carpentry, and custom built-ins.
- Lead and run job sites day-to-day, maintaining safety, cleanliness, and efficiency.
- Read and interpret blueprints, architectural designs, and construction plans accurately.
- Coordinate with subcontractors, preparing the site for their work and ensuring their output meets our standards.
- Collaborate closely with the Project Manager to monitor schedules, budgets, and material deliveries.
- Manage on-site communication with clients, answering questions and maintaining a professional company image.
- Perform structural tasks including framing (limited structural framing experience is highly valued).
- Handle essential physical labor including demolition, job site prep, and general cleanup when required.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Proven experience as a Lead Carpenter, Remodeling Foreman, or Senior Carpenter.
- Deep background in remodeling, specifically kitchen and bath projects.
- High proficiency in all aspects of interior trim, finish carpentry, and custom furniture installation.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to direct junior crew members, apprentices, and trade partners.
- Problem-solving mindset to effectively handle unexpected structural or design challenges on-site.
- Cabinet building experience is a major plus.
- Valid driver’s license
Benefits:
- Paid Vacation Time
- Paid Holidays
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Company Retirement Plan
- HRA (Health Reimbursement Arrangement) Plan
In terms of COVID-19, we follow CDC guidelines as well as work together with our employees and customers to perform our work in a safe and collaborative manner.
Please send us your resume with references on the online application. We look forward to hearing from you!
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tools provided
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35 - $45