Lead Carpenter (Residential Remodeling)

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 .