Lead Carpenter & Field Supervisor

Intellishade Inc; Gervais (OR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Outdoor Office Next designs and builds premium backyard studio units, offering clients a distraction‑free workspace. The Lead Carpenter role oversees a small crew, ensures timely builds, quality workmanship, and professional client interactions during installation.

The position requires 5+ years in construction with leadership experience, strong reading of blueprints, and a commitment to safety and teamwork on residential sites. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on construction experience
• 2+ years in a foreman, lead carpenter, or crew supervisor role
• Ability to read blueprints, construction drawings, and material specifications
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and standard construction equipment
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; ability to tow trailers preferred
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew of 2 to 6 carpenters and laborers across multiple active job sites
• Plan and sequence daily work to meet project timelines and milestones
• Coordinate material deliveries, equipment logistics, and subcontractor scheduling
• Conduct pre-installation site assessments and identify access or grading issues
• Ensure all projects are completed on time, within budget, and to specification
• Direct and actively participate in the assembly and installation of prefabricated studio units
• Oversee foundation preparation, anchoring, weatherproofing, and finish work
• Read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, and work orders
• Perform quality control checks at all phases of the build process
• Troubleshoot field issues and implement solutions with minimal disruption to the client
• Enforce OSHA safety standards and company safety protocols on every job site
• Conduct daily safety briefings and maintain a zero-incident work culture
• Ensure proper use of PPE and safe handling of all tools and equipment
• Complete and maintain required site documentation, permits, and inspection records
• Serve as the professional face of Outdoor Office Next at every installation
• Communicate clearly with homeowners regarding daily progress and site expectations
• Address client questions and concerns promptly and professionally
• Ensure job sites are left clean, organized, and customer-ready at the end of each day
• Train, mentor, and evaluate crew members on techniques, safety, and company standards
• Provide performance feedback and support onboarding of new hires
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable team environment

Skills

Leadership

Quality craftsmanship

Communication

Blueprint reading

Team mentoring

Safety compliance

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Framing equipment

Job description

Outdoor Office Next designs and builds premium backyard studio units, offering clients a distraction‑free workspace. The Lead Carpenter role oversees a small crew, ensures timely builds, quality workmanship, and professional client interactions during installation.

The position requires 5+ years in construction with leadership experience, strong reading of blueprints, and a commitment to safety and teamwork on residential sites. Equal opportunity employer.