Lead Carpenter: On‑Site Leader for Residential Remodels

Murphy Bros; Chanhassen (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (medical, dental, eye)

401(k) with company match

Paid time off + holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Tool & cell phone reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Murphy Bros. Design|Build|Remodel is seeking a Lead Carpenter to guide field crews and deliver high-quality finish carpentry on homeowners’ projects in the Twin Cities metro area.

You’ll oversee framing, trim, doors, and fitment while mentoring teammates, maintaining safety, and communicating clearly with project managers and clients.

Join a veteran remodeling team with a Monday–Friday schedule and competitive benefits, including health, retirement, PTO, and mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years of carpentry experience with mastery of all aspects of carpentry.
• Proven ability to guide, instruct, and motivate others on job sites.
• Strong skills reading blueprints and construction docs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review, set up, and execute projects end-to-end, maintaining organization of materials and tools.
• Frame, install doors/windows, trim, cabinetry, flooring, and related finish work; operate hand/tools safely.
• Lead, train, and oversee carpenters, laborers, and on-site trades; ensure safety protocols.
• Prepare progress reports and communicate changes to homeowners and project managers.

Skills

5+ years carpentry

leadership

blueprint reading

communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Carpentry training

Job description

Murphy Bros. Design|Build|Remodel is seeking a Lead Carpenter to guide field crews and deliver high-quality finish carpentry on homeowners’ projects in the Twin Cities metro area.

You’ll oversee framing, trim, doors, and fitment while mentoring teammates, maintaining safety, and communicating clearly with project managers and clients.

Join a veteran remodeling team with a Monday–Friday schedule and competitive benefits, including health, retirement, PTO, and mileage reimbursement.