Lead Carpenter

Allen & Frey Builders & Remodelers Inc; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 67,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-end bonus

Bi-weekly pay

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Training & certifications

Company vehicle

Mileage reimbursement

Per diem allowances

Annual company events

Job summary

Allen & Frey Builders & Remodelers Inc. is seeking a Lead Carpenter to manage premium residential remodels and custom builds in Cincinnati, OH. You will direct carpentry workflows, mentor a crew, and ensure top quality between design and execution.

The role emphasizes leadership, site safety, and collaboration with project managers to meet complex client specifications. A valid driver’s license and hands-on carpentry mastery are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of verified carpentry experience in residential construction.
• Advanced proficiency in rough framing, structural modifications, and finish carpentry.
• Active valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Mastery of commercial hand tools and industrial power equipment.
• Ability to use digital scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Lead all structural and finish carpentry on custom remodeling sites.
• Serve as central technical contact for carpentry execution throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop field carpenters, trade apprentices, and laborers.
• Interpret architectural blueprints, engineering plans, and specs to organize daily tasks.
• Execute high-end carpentry including framing, trim, cabinetry, and decking.
• Inspect materials and workmanship to maintain quality standards.
• Collaborate with project managers and subcontractors to avoid delays.

Skills

Carpentry

Leadership

Blueprint interpretation

Education

Carpentry technical training/apprenticeship

Tools

Commercial hand tools

Industrial power equipment

Digital scheduling applications

Job description

Lead Carpenter – Direct High-End Residential Construction and Remodeling Projects

Job Overview

• Company: Allen & Frey Builders & Remodelers Inc.
• Salary/Pay Rate: $32.00 to $38+ per hour (Plus Year-End Bonus).
• Location: Cincinnati, OH.
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time.
• Schedule: Monday - Friday (Occasional flexibility required to meet project needs).
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: Valid Driver's License.

The Opportunity

You will step into a pivotal field leadership role, executing and directing premium residential remodels and custom structural builds. This position provides the professional autonomy to oversee complex carpentry workflows while mentoring a dedicated crew of craftsmen and apprentices. You will directly impact project quality and client satisfaction, supported by an innovative company that values your expertise.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Lead all structural and finish carpentry activities on custom residential remodeling and renovation sites.
• Serve as the central point of contact for technical carpentry execution throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop field carpenters, trade apprentices, and construction site laborers.
• Interpret architectural blueprints, engineering plans, and technical specifications to organize daily tasks.
• Execute high-end hands‑on carpentry including structural framing, architectural trim, custom cabinetry, and exterior decking.
• Inspect incoming building materials and active craftsmanship to maintain strict aesthetic and quality standards.
• Collaborate with centralized project managers and specialty subcontractors to eliminate timeline delays.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of verified carpentry experience dedicated to residential structural construction.
• Advanced technical proficiency across all phases of rough framing, structural modifications, and finish work.
• Active and valid driver's license paired with a reliable method of personal job site transportation.
• Complete mastery of commercial hand tools, industrial power equipment, and digital scheduling applications.
• Physical capacity to lift 50 lbs, navigate ladders, work at heights, and endure variable outdoor weather.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Prior experience operating as a construction foreman, crew lead, or field supervisor.
• Completed formal carpentry technical training, vocational schooling, or a recognized trade apprenticeship.
• Deep operational knowledge of regional residential building codes, structural framing rules, and safety regulations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Premium hourly pay ranging from $32.00 to $38+ supplemented by a corporate year-end performance bonus.
• Consistent financial infrastructure featuring a dependable bi-weekly pay cycle and a retirement savings program.
• Generous paid time off package covering national holidays, accrued vacation days, and sick leave.
• Dedicated career development support through fully funded training, certifications, and a tool replacement program.
• Provided company vehicle, structured mileage reimbursement options, and travel-based per diem allowances.
• Unique culture perks including specialized employee rewards, volunteer time off, and annual corporate events.

About Us

Allen & Frey Builders & Remodelers Inc is a premier general construction firm built upon a foundation of quality, technical innovation, and absolute integrity. We champion a collaborative, supportive workplace culture that prioritizes work-life balance, field safety, and continuous professional mastery. Our leadership invests directly in our field teams, providing the tools and structural backing necessary to build lifelong trades careers.fessional mastery. Our leadership invests directly in our field teams, providing the tools and structural backing necessary to build lifelong trades careers.

Allen & Frey Builders & Remodelers Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.