Lead Carpenter

Meiju Home Improvements; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Meiju Home Improvements in Ottawa, ON is seeking an experienced Lead Carpenter for an initial 2-month contract to lead residential renovation projects on-site and drive quality workmanship.

The role offers a path to permanent full-time, with opportunities to manage projects, coordinate multiple trades, and mentor junior team members while delivering high-end renovations in the Ottawa area.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of residential renovation experience.
• Strong framing, drywall, mudding, finishing, and general carpentry skills.
• Experience managing smaller renovation projects independently.
• Comfortable coordinating subcontractors and multiple trades.
• Professional, organized, dependable, and calm under pressure.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to plan ahead.
• Valid Ontario driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute residential renovation projects on-site.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and layouts.
• Maintain high-quality workmanship and organized, clean job sites.
• Coordinate subcontractors and manage daily site activities.
• Communicate professionally with clients when required.
• Train, mentor, and support junior team members.
• Provide regular project progress updates to management.
• Identify potential issues early and help keep projects on schedule.

Skills

Framing

Drywall

Mudding

Finishing

Carpentry

Leadership

Communication

Job description

About Us

Meiju Design + Build is a growing residential renovation company specializing in high-quality design-build projects throughout the Ottawa area. We focus on custom basements, kitchens, full interior renovations, and property service contracts.

We are building a strong core team and are looking for an experienced Lead Carpenter who takes pride in quality craftsmanship and has the potential to lead projects independently as our company continues to grow.

Initial Contract

This position begins with a 2-month contract .

Successful candidates who demonstrate strong workmanship, reliability, leadership, and a good fit with our team will be considered for a permanent full-time position with long‑term growth opportunities.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Lead and execute residential renovation projects on-site
• Read and interpret construction drawings and layouts
• Maintain high-quality workmanship and organized, clean job sites
• Coordinate subcontractors and manage daily site activities
• Communicate professionally with clients when required
• Train, mentor, and support junior team members
• Provide regular project progress updates to management
• Identify potential issues early and help keep projects on schedule

What We're Looking For

• 4+ years of residential renovation experience
• Strong framing, drywall, mudding, finishing, and general carpentry skills
• Experience managing smaller renovation projects independently
• Comfortable coordinating subcontractors and multiple trades
• Professional, organized, dependable, and calm under pressure
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to plan ahead
• Valid Ontario driver's license and reliable transportation

Compensation & Benefits

• $30–$35 per hour, based on experience and skill level
• Full-time schedule (hours based on project needs during the initial contract)
• Opportunity to transition to a permanent full-time position after the 2-month contract
• Paid vacation and statutory holidays (upon permanent employment, in accordance with company policy)
• Performance‑based wage increases based on skills, reliability and leadership
• Clear career path toward Site Lead / Project Supervisor
• Stable, year-round work with a growing renovation company
• Opportunity to work on high‑end residential renovation projects
• Ongoing training and mentorship to develop leadership and project management skills

Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour

Experience:

• Renovation: 4 years (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Location:

• Ottawa, ON (required)

Work Location: In person