What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Carpenter (Residential Remodeling) position at Murphy Bros Design Build Remodel?
Are you a master of your craft with an eye for detail and a passion for building? Murphy Bros. Design|Build|Remodel has spent 43 years making life better for our homeowners — not just different — and we're looking for a Lead Carpenter to help lead that work in the field.
As a Lead Carpenter, you'll be the hands-on expert and the steady leader on our jobsites, executing high-quality carpentry yourself while guiding and mentoring the crew around you. You'll be the person a homeowner trusts to get it right, and the person your team looks to when something needs solving.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Project Oversight
- Review, set up, and execute projects from start to finish, keeping materials and tools organized and on hand
- Troubleshoot site issues as they arise and keep work moving
- Train and oversee carpenters, laborers, and on-site trades
Hands-On Carpentry
- Frame, install doors and windows, and complete trim, cabinetry, flooring, and other structural or finish work
- Operate hand tools, machines, and power tools with precision and care
- Enforce jobsite safety protocols and keep the worksite clean and organized
Leadership & Collaboration
- Understand project requirements, timelines, and budgets, and interpret specs, sketches, and building plans
- Assign tasks, monitor progress, and make sure resources are used efficiently
- Communicate with Project Managers, clients, subcontractors, and other trades to share updates and resolve issues
Documentation & Client Experience
- Complete progress reports, work logs, and material records, and communicate change orders
- Serve as a front-line point of contact for homeowners and uphold our quality standards from start to finish
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- 5 years of experience with mastered knowledge of all aspects of carpentry
- High school diploma or equivalent required; formal training in carpentry or drafting/blueprint reading and trade certifications are a plus
- The ability to guide, instruct, and motivate others
- Proficiency in project planning, execution, and coordination
- The ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and construction documents
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
WHY WORK FOR MURPHY BROS.
- Monday through Friday workweek
- Jobsites within the 7-county metro area
- Competitive compensation plan
- Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) with a company match up to 4%
- Paid time off plus eight paid holidays
- Mileage, tool, and cell phone reimbursement
WHAT DRIVES US
Everything we do is guided by our core values — and we're looking for a Lead Carpenter who shares them:
- Uncommon Integrity — It's what you do when no one is looking, and what you promise to do when they are.
- Get It Done with Great Care — We're committed to finishing the job, and finishing it well.
- Take Ownership — We don't wait to be told; we see what needs doing and step forward.
- Glad to See Ya! — We hire people who are easy to work with, bring solutions, and listen more than they talk.
Murphy Bros. is a trusted leader in the remodeling industry. If you're ready to take on an exciting challenge and make a real difference in the lives of homeowners, apply today to join the Murphy Bros. team! Learn more at www.mbros.com.
Salary : $32 - $40