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Job description
Lead Carpenter
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.
Worksite address
chanhassen, MN, 55317, US
Who can apply
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