Lead Carpenter (Greater King County) (Seattle)

Mcleod Construction, LLC; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

ESOP

Job summary

McLeod Construction LLC in Seattle is seeking a Lead Carpenter with at least five years of experience in multifamily, apartment, or condo remodeling. This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing day-to-day activities on the jobsite while coordinating with the team to ensure projects are completed safely and to the highest quality.

The ideal candidate communicates clearly with clients, subcontractors, and project managers, balances speed with precision, and can work independently or with the

Qualifications

• Five years of field construction experience, including two years in a supervisory role.
• Strong carpentry skills across drywall, painting, doors/windows, trim, flooring, and tile.
• Ability to read plans and follow repair scopes; maintain safe, clean job sites.
• Reliable transportation; able to lift up to 50 lbs; drug test and background checks may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform hands-on carpentry and other construction tasks on various projects.
• Coordinate daily work with project managers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Ensure safety, quality, and housekeeping standards are consistently met.
• Maintain accurate daily logs and communicate job progress.

Skills

Carpentry

Leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Problem-solving

Job description

Lead Carpenter (Greater King County) (Seattle)

McLeod Construction LLC

6515 202nd St SW
Lynnwood, WA 98036

Salary: 38.00 - 42.00 USD / HOUR

McLeod Construction - a long-standing Seattle general contractor specializing in residential and light commercial restoration and repairs - is seeking a Lead Carpenter with at least five years of experience in multifamily, apartment, or condo remodeling.

This is a bags-on leadership role - the Lead Carpenter will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day activities on the jobsite while working alongside the team to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and with the highest quality.

We're looking for someone who can work both independently and collaboratively, communicates clearly with clients, subcontractors, and project managers, and maintains a professional, even-tempered approach on site. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to balancing speed with precision.

Work is primarily located throughout the Seattle, Bellevue, and Everett areas. We are currently seeking local candidates in the Greater Seattle region.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead and perform hands-on carpentry and other construction tasks on various projects
• Coordinate daily work with project managers, subcontractors, and vendors
• Ensure safety, quality, and housekeeping standards are consistently met
• Maintain accurate daily logs and communicate job progress

Qualifications and Skills

• Perform interior finish and repair work, including:
• Drywall finishing, blending, and texture matching
• Interior painting and touch-ups
• Installation of doors, windows, trim, millwork, and baseboards
• Flooring installation (vinyl, carpet, LVP, wood)
• Tile installation (showers, surrounds, and floors)
• Laminate countertop fabrication and installation
• Read and follow plans, work orders, and insurance repair scopes
• Ensure a clean, safe job site and maintain professional communication with homeowners and team members
• Strong understanding of residential remodeling and repair construction processes

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of field construction experience (including 2 years in a supervisory role)
• Reliable, organized, and committed to teamwork and customer satisfaction
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and performing labor-intensive work in various weather conditions
• Must have reliable transportation
• Pre-employment drug test, motor vehicle record, and background check required
• Competitive hourly wages ($38 - $42 Depending On Experience)
• Paid Holidays (8 per year)
• PTO (7 days per year, includes sick and vacation)
• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match after 6 months
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Employee ownership through our ESOP program
• Consistent, year-round work with opportunities for growth

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.