Lead Carpenter

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Company car

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen in Ann Arbor, MI is seeking a full-time Lead Carpenter to manage residential remodeling projects independently. This role involves overseeing all on-site construction activities, leading a team, ensuring project quality, and maintaining jobsite organization. Ideal candidates should have over five years of carpentry experience, with specific skills in tile installation. Benefits include competitive pay, health coverage, tool allowances, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in residential carpentry.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in tile installation (flooring, backsplashes, and/or showers).
• Physical ability to perform the required functions of the job, including the ability to lift up to 80 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage 1–2 residential remodeling projects from start to finish.
• Lead daily on‑site execution, coordinating employees and trade partners.
• Ensure projects stay on schedule, within scope, and aligned with quality standards.
• Serve as primary on‑site contact for clients throughout the project.
• Maintain overall jobsite organization, safety, and workflow efficiency.

Skills

Residential carpentry

Tile installation

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Company car
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen in Ann Arbor, MI is actively seeking a full-time Lead Carpenter to independently manage one to two residential remodeling projects from start to finish, overseeing all on‑site construction activities including trade partners, while supporting both design‑build and Home Services work within our Production Department. Are you detail‑oriented? Do you want to join a successful interior remodeling company that highly values its employees? If so, please read on!

This Lead Carpenter position comes with a competitive hourly wage. We provide fantastic benefits, including health, dental, vision, a 401k with employer contributions, on‑the‑job training, employee appreciation events, team‑building activities, and supplemental insurance options. We also offer paid time off (PTO) and holidays for all full‑time employees as well as tool allowance, cell phone stipend, and a work truck for our carpenters and a professional clothing allowance. If this sounds like the right residential construction opportunity for you, apply today!

Please note: DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen is a smoke‑free workplace.

ABOUT DREAMMAKER BATH & KITCHEN

We are a complete design‑to‑build interior remodeling company that takes care of everything from initial design to final construction and warranty. We have provided high‑quality services to the Ann Arbor area since 2003. Whether our clients want a simple refresh or a huge structural change, we have the ability to handle each project from start to finish. Our exclusive focus on interior remodeling and Home Services work allows us to maintain incredibly efficient timelines while producing incredible results.

We want to help our employees build upon their success by providing a place where they want to stay until they retire. We do this by creating an environment where they feel valued, respected, and appreciated for their contributions. Great benefits and pay are just a couple of the other upsides of working for us. If you’re looking for a great place to work, look no further!

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent

5+ years of experience in residential carpentry

Minimum of 3 years' experience in tile installation (flooring, backsplashes, and/or showers)

Physical ability to perform the required functions of the job, including the ability to lift up to 80 lbs

WHAT YOU’LL DO AS A LEAD CARPENTER

Independently manage 1–2 residential remodeling projects from start to finish

Lead daily on‑site execution, coordinating employees and trade partners

Ensure projects stay on schedule, within scope, and aligned with quality standards

Serve as primary on‑site contact for clients throughout the project

Oversee both design‑build remodeling and Home Services work as assigned

Maintain overall jobsite organization, safety, and workflow efficiency

Are you a team player? Do you have solid communication skills? Are you honest and reliable? Do you have great time management skills? Can you present yourself in a professional manner? Do you enjoy working in carpentry? If so, you might just be perfect for this residential construction position! Apply now!