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.