About the role
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.
Compensation: $32 - $40 hourly DOE