High-End Residential Lead Carpenter
About The Position
Lead Carpenter - High-End Residential Philadelphia, PA | Full-Time | On-Site New Market Design + Build Craft Beautiful Homes. Lead with Skill. Are you a skilled carpenter with an eye for detail, a heart for mentorship, and a drive for excellence? At New Market Design + Build , we're looking for a Lead Carpenter to guide our crews and elevate every project with hands-on craftsmanship and leadership. We design and build thoughtful, beautiful living spaces that improve lives-and we believe the process matters just as much as the outcome. If you lead by example, care about getting the details right, and love working on high-end custom homes, we want to meet you. Learn more about us What You'll Do Lead and mentor a team of carpenters, apprentices, laborers, and subcontractors Perform expert-level rough and finish carpentry -from framing and roof cut-ins to custom trim and detailing Interpret blueprints, plans, and work orders with accuracy and confidence Manage materials, deliveries, subcontractor coordination, and schedules on active job sites Uphold and enforce job site safety standards , organization, and cleanliness Communicate with homeowners and project managers to keep everyone informed Document progress through daily logs, jobsite notes , and material tracking Serve as a trainer and mentor-growing the team's skills and accountability over time What You Bring to the Team 5+ years of professional carpentry experience , including crew leadership Advanced skills in both rough and finish carpentry Knowledge of building codes, construction methods, and safety best practices Ability to read and interpret construction documents, drawings, and measurements Professionalism and strong communication skills with clients, peers, and supervisors A reliable vehicle and a valid driver's license Physical ability to perform hands-on work in all job site conditions A full set of professional-grade tools, including saws, drills, routers, levels, layout tools, and extension cords Compensation & Benefits $30.00-$40.00/hour (based on experience and skill level) Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) matching program Paid time off + paid holidays Full-time, steady hours: Monday-Friday, 8 AM-4 PM Is This You? Reliable and trustworthy -people count on you, and you show up ready to work Detail-oriented -you take pride in doing the small things right Adaptable -you stay calm and effective when plans shift Team-focused -you enjoy teaching others and building great homes together Ready to Build What Matters? If you're ready to bring your leadership, tools, and craftsmanship to a company that values quality, collaboration, and people, you'll thrive at New Market Design + Build . Apply today with your resume and a few words about why you're a strong fit.
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional carpentry experience , including crew leadership
- Advanced skills in both rough and finish carpentry
- Knowledge of building codes, construction methods, and safety best practices
- Ability to read and interpret construction documents, drawings, and measurements
- Professionalism and strong communication skills with clients, peers, and supervisors
- A reliable vehicle and a valid driver's license
- Physical ability to perform hands-on work in all job site conditions
- A full set of professional-grade tools, including saws, drills, routers, levels, layout tools, and extension cords
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of carpenters, apprentices, laborers, and subcontractors
- Perform expert-level rough and finish carpentry -from framing and roof cut-ins to custom trim and detailing
- Interpret blueprints, plans, and work orders with accuracy and confidence
- Manage materials, deliveries, subcontractor coordination, and schedules on active job sites
- Uphold and enforce job site safety standards , organization, and cleanliness
- Communicate with homeowners and project managers to keep everyone informed
- Document progress through daily logs, jobsite notes , and material tracking
- Serve as a trainer and mentor-growing the team's skills and accountability over time
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) matching program
- Paid time off + paid holidays
- Full-time, steady hours: Monday-Friday, 8 AM-4 PM
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
