Lead Carpenter: Luxury Custom Homes Leader

Huseby Homes; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation (2 weeks)

Sick leave

Holidays (5)

SEP retirement

Bonus opportunities

Company transportation

Job summary

Huseby Homes in Nashville, TN is seeking an experienced Lead Carpenter to lead daily carpentry activities on high-end residential projects. This role combines hands-on craftsmanship with crew leadership to maintain quality and schedule on-site.

You will read blueprints, coordinate with project managers, mentor apprentices, and uphold safety and workmanship standards across the crew while delivering exceptional results for discerning clients.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of residential carpentry experience, including at least 5 years in the luxury custom market.
• Strong knowledge of framing and finish carpentry.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to lead or guide other carpenters.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Reliable, team-first attitude with a humble and teachable approach.
• Willingness to take ownership and correct mistakes as they arise.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily carpentry activities and help organize the work of the crew.
• Perform framing, finish carpentry, and general residential construction.
• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, and construction documents.
• Identify potential issues and develop practical solutions before they become costly problems.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and Superintendents to keep work on schedule.
• Help plan materials, tools, and daily jobsite needs.
• Train, mentor, and support less experienced carpenters.
• Communicate clearly with team members, leadership, and clients when appropriate.
• Hold yourself and others accountable for quality workmanship.

Skills

Residential carpentry

Leadership

Reading blueprints

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Framing tools

Finish carpentry tools

Job description

Huseby Homes in Nashville, TN is seeking an experienced Lead Carpenter to lead daily carpentry activities on high-end residential projects. This role combines hands-on craftsmanship with crew leadership to maintain quality and schedule on-site.

You will read blueprints, coordinate with project managers, mentor apprentices, and uphold safety and workmanship standards across the crew while delivering exceptional results for discerning clients.