What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Remodeling Craftsman/Project Lead (Hands-On) position at Manta Property Service Group?
About Us
Manta Property Service Group is a high-end residential design-build remodeling company based in Chatham, NJ. We specialize in delivering premium craftsmanship and an exceptional client experience from concept through completion.
We are a small, professional team that values quality, communication, and accountability. We don’t just build projects—we execute them to a high standard, across every trade involved.
About the Role
We are hiring a Lead Remodeling Craftsman / Project Lead who can take ownership of projects in the field—not just complete assigned tasks.
This is a hands-on, bags-on role. You will be expected to actively perform work daily while also leading the project on-site.
This role requires someone who understands that quality is not trade-specific—it’s the final product. That means:
- Walls are flat, plumb, and square
- Drywall is finished with no visible seams
- Trim is installed tight and clean—not filled with caulk to hide gaps
- Paint finishes are crisp and appropriate to the application
If you are detail-oriented at that level, you will do well here.
What You’ll Do
- Perform hands-on work daily across multiple aspects of remodeling
- Lead projects from start to finish in the field
- Coordinate and manage subcontractors on-site
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients during construction
- Maintain daily logs with photos, updates, and forward-looking notes using JobTread
- Look ahead 2–5 days to plan labor, materials, and sequencing
- Identify issues early and solve problems proactively
- Ensure all work meets high-quality finish standards—not just “passes”
- Maintain a clean, organized, and protected jobsite at all times
What We’re Looking For
If you:
- Take pride in producing a clean, finished product—not just completing tasks
- Understand how different trades impact each other and the final result
- Think ahead and plan your work
- Communicate clearly with clients, subcontractors, and the office
- Are comfortable using technology daily (photos, notes, updates via JobTread or similar)
- Want to grow into a leadership role
Then we want to talk.
Skills and Experience
Minimum 4 years of residential remodeling experience, including:
- Framing and layout (plumb, level, square)
- Drywall installation and finishing (clean, seamless results)
- Trim, cabinetry, and millwork installation (tight, accurate work)
- Painting and finishing awareness (correct products, clean results)
- General remodeling across multiple trades
Requirements:
- Own and maintain a full set of professional-grade tools
- Reliable vehicle suitable for transporting tools/materials
- Comfortable using mobile apps daily (REQUIRED)
- Fluent in English (spoken and written)
- Professional in appearance and attitude
Who This Role is NOT For
- Someone who waits to be told what to do
- Someone who avoids communication or documentation
- Someone uncomfortable with technology
- Someone looking to move out of the field into a purely management role
- Someone who relies on caulk, filler, or shortcuts to hide poor workmanship
Compensation & Growth
- $35 – $45 per hour, based on experience and capability
- Bonus potential based on performance
- Opportunity to grow into higher-level leadership roles
Hiring Process
- 15-minute phone interview
- In-person interview (45–60 minutes)
- Paid field workday (must bring tools)
- Tool inspection
- Paid shop mockup (1–4 days, if applicable)
Job Details
- Full-time
- Monday to Friday overtime as needed
- 8-hour shifts
- In-person (Chatham, NJ and surrounding areas)
Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35 - $45