Lead Carpenter - Residential Construction

BLB Design/ Build • Amesbury, MA

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About The Position

BLB Design Build is seeking a Lead Carpenter to lead high-end residential remodeling and new-construction projects across the North Shore of Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire. Based in Amesbury, Massachusetts, the design-build firm offers a steady pipeline of thoughtfully designed work, a small crew, planned projects, communication from project managers and ownership, and clean, professional job sites. The Lead Carpenter will take ownership of projects from mobilization through completion while managing a crew of one to two people and remaining hands-on in the work.

The role includes coordinating project setup and pre-construction tasks, protecting and organizing the job site, directing and working alongside the crew, interpreting plans, and performing or overseeing a range of residential construction installations. The Lead Carpenter will communicate regularly with clients and project managers, keep projects moving efficiently and on schedule, and ensure professional cleanup and closeout.

This is a full-time, W-2 employee position. Compensation is $30 to $45 per hour, depending on experience and capability. Benefits include paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) with company matching, health insurance, and the opportunity to grow within the company. BLB Design Build is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• At least 6 years of carpentry experience.
• At least 2 years leading a crew or running jobs.
• Strong skills in both rough and finish carpentry.
• Ability to run a job independently without constant direction.
• Solid understanding of residential construction practices and materials.
• Professional, respectful communication with clients and team members.
• Organized, reliable, and self-motivated.
• Comfort with physical work and reading plans.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with high-end residential work on the North Shore.

Responsibilities

• Review project scope with sales, estimating, and project management.
• Coordinate and delegate pre-construction tasks.
• Mobilize and properly protect the job site.
• Lead, direct, and work alongside a one- to two-person crew.
• Read and interpret plans accurately.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and job-site organization.
• Perform and oversee installation of framing, siding, windows, doors, flooring, trim, drywall, cabinetry, and other project elements.
• Communicate regularly with clients and project managers.
• Keep projects moving efficiently and on schedule.
• Ensure proper cleanup and professional project completion.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including vacations and holidays.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Health insurance.
• Opportunity to grow within the company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed