Lead Carpenter

The Contractor Consultants; Saint Bernard (OH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-end bonus

Company vehicle

Paid time off

Retirement savings program

Tool replacement program

Travel-based per diem

Job summary

Allen & Frey Builders & Remodelers Inc. in Cincinnati, OH seeks a Lead Carpenter to direct premium residential remodeling and new builds. You will oversee structural framing, finish carpentry, and cabinetry, coordinating a skilled crew and ensuring top-tier craftsmanship.

The role requires driving responsibilities, critical blueprint interpretation, and a commitment to client satisfaction on complex projects with autonomy and professional development support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of verified carpentry experience in residential construction.
• Advanced proficiency in rough framing, structural modifications, and finish work.
• Active valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Experience with commercial hand and power tools and scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Lead all structural and finish carpentry on custom residential remodeling projects.
• Serve as central contact for carpentry execution throughout projects.
• Supervise and mentor field carpenters, apprentices, and laborers.
• Interpret blueprints and specs to organize daily tasks.
• Perform high-end carpentry including framing, trim, cabinetry, and decking.
• Inspect materials and workmanship to maintain quality standards.
• Collaborate with project managers and subs to avoid delays.

Skills

Carpentry

Structural framing

Finish work

Tool proficiency

Tools

Power tools

Digital scheduling

Hand tools

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.