Lead Carpenter / Frame to Finish

Full Circle Homes is a full service Design and Construction firm located in Plympton Massachusetts. We specialize in antique restoration & rehab while also catering to new construction and remodeling projects of all sizes. We offer interior design services and consultations as well. Our office space is located in Plympton Center in an 1827 Twin Chimney Colonial that was designed and restored by our team. You can learn more about our company at www.fullcirclehomes.com.

Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and motivated candidate for an Lead Carpentry posotion on our team to embark on a rewarding journey in the construction industry.

As a Lead Carpenter, you will have the opportunity to work alongside skilled carpenters and learn the various aspects of our process at Full Circle Homes. This role requires hands-on experience, mentorship, and the leadership to brings teams and projects to completion.

Responsibilities:

• Join a skilled residential remodeling team delivering exceptional craftsmanship and client experiences on custom, historic homes and residential remodels
• The work involves woodworking, building frameworks, reading blueprints, meeting building codes, and any other tasks needed or directed by the project manager
• Job seekers should take pride in their work, show up every day with a positive attitude, and enjoy working on a construction project
• Measure, cut, shape, and smooth carpentry materials
• Ensure roofing, floorings, and drywall are compatible and level
• Sculpt and piece together siding, drywall, kitchen cabinets, and furniture
• Construct window and door frames, rafters, partitions, and stairways
• Read blueprints and sketches to fully grasp the requirements
• Oversee all phases of carpentry work on assigned projects
• Coordinate daily tasks, material procurement, and subcontractor scheduling
• Ensure compliance with plans, specs, and building codes
• Train, mentor, and evaluate crew members
• Report project progress and challenges to the Project Manager
• Ensures all crew members use PPE 100% of the time during hazardous tasks
• Conducts daily safety checks & addresses hazards immediately
• Production & Scheduling: Can create accurate daily/weekly work plans that align with the overall project schedule
• Achieves 95% on-time task completion for work under their supervision
• Identifies and communicates material or scheduling conflicts at least 48 hours in advance
• Communication & Documentation: Provides clear, complete daily reports to the Project Manager (task progress, issues, material needs)
• Communicates with clients on-site professionally and within company guidelines
• Uses company paperwork (material orders, change orders, time logs) with zero missing or incomplete entries
• Training & Mentorship: Spends at least 10% of workday coaching apprentices or journeymen on skills and safety
• Tracks and reports progress of team members for potential promotions
• Aid in the setup and cleanup of job sites, maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout projects.
• Physical ability to lift heavy materials, stand for extended periods, and perform tasks that require manual dexterity.
• Strong work ethic, punctuality, and reliability.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to follow instructions.
• Enthusiasm to learn and develop new skills in carpentry.
• A safety-conscious mindset with a commitment to adhering to safety protocols.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.

Qualifications:

• This role requires 10 years of hands-on residential carpentry experience
• Strong client-facing communication abilities
• Great physical condition and dexterity
• Strong measuring and math skills required
• Completed carpentry apprenticeship required
• Valid driver’s license required
• Jobsite Leadership: Can plan and assign daily tasks to crew members without input from management
• Technical Skill & Quality: Can build complex assemblies without drawings beyond basic reference plans & consistently produces quality work with ZERO repeat punch list items for the same issue on a project
• Safety Management: Maintains a ZERO recordable incident rate on jobs they lead for 6 months
• Must have required tools
• Ability to tow a trailer

Optional qulifications:

• CSL License
• OSHA certification
• Real Estate license
• Heavy Equipment license

Preferred Skills:

• Basic understanding of cloud storage (Dropbox)
• Experience with office management software or databases
• Experience with scheduling software and calendar management tools.
• Ability to decipher a set of construction plans is a plus but not required

Benefits:

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Professional development opportunities and continued education support.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects.
• 401k, holiday and vacation time benefits.
• Referral and bonuses
• Positive and inclusive work environment fostering creativity and growth.

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift – Monday through Friday 40 hours

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• 10 Years residential construction experience
• Basic computing / Microsoft Office (Preferred)

Travel:

• 100% (Required)
• Work Location: In person on site

Qualities: In your cover letter please include something the uniquely qualifies you for the role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tools provided

Application Question(s):

• Do you have basic tools?

Experience:

• Residential construction: 10 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• CSL (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Plympton, MA (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35 - $45