Lead Carpenter

Byggmeister Design-Build • Waltham, MA

3d • $44 - $54 • Onsite

About The Position

Byggmeister, a worker-owned, woman-led design-build remodeling firm, is seeking an experienced residential carpenter to supervise and work alongside a field crew on renovations around the metro Boston area, primarily in owner-occupied single-family homes. The firm provides fully designed and specified project plans and support from its production manager to help complete projects on time, on budget, and to clients’ satisfaction. The role is suited to a craftsperson interested in home performance and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The company emphasizes people, planet, and profit, supports professional growth, and offers employees the opportunity to apply for ownership after three years. The target start date is December 1, 2026.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of frame-to-finish residential carpentry experience.
• Strong residential carpentry skills and experience with all phases of residential construction.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand construction documents.
• Ability to effectively use cloud-based communication and project management tools.
• Supervisory experience.
• Reliable transportation to work sites around the Boston area.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• A Construction Supervisor’s License, or commitment to obtaining one.
• Enthusiasm, positive energy, ability to work well with a wide range of people, and a team-player approach.
• Commitment to continuous learning and maintaining personal and jobsite safety.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with high-performance construction, or a desire to learn.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and work alongside the field crew on residential renovation projects.
• Produce beautiful, durable, environmentally responsible renovations.
• Complete projects on time, on budget, and to clients’ satisfaction.
• Maintain personal and jobsite safety.

Benefits

• Tool, cell phone, and vehicle allowance.
• Paid attendance at conferences and other training opportunities.
• Paid time off.
• Paid volunteer time off.
• Health insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Opportunity to apply to become an owner after three years.
• Generous compensation and support for professional growth.

What This Job Offers

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