Lead Carpenter/ Project Manager

Phillips Construction Services; Michigan; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Year-round work

High-quality projects

Tools provided

Referral-based company culture

Craftsmanship-focused team

Paid time off

Job summary

Phillips Construction is a Michigan-based remodeling firm seeking a skilled craftsman to lead residential projects from start to finish. You will coordinate subcontractors, manage suppliers, and communicate professionally with homeowners to ensure on-time delivery and top-quality results.

This role emphasizes ownership, organization, and high standards of craftsmanship, with opportunities to mentor junior carpenters and grow toward an Operations Manager position.

Qualifications

• Has 5+ years of residential remodeling experience.
• Can work independently with minimal supervision.
• Takes ownership of the entire project — not today’s task.
• Is organized, dependable, and professional.
• Enjoys building relationships with customers.
• Has high standards for craftsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Lead residential remodeling projects from start to finish.
• Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers.
• Communicate professionally with homeowners.
• Ensure projects stay on schedule and within quality expectations.
• Perform finish carpentry and all phases of residential remodeling.
• Mentor less experienced carpenters.
• Identify problems before they become expensive.

Skills

Project leadership

Subcontractor coordination

Customer communication

Problem solving

Mentoring

Craftsmanship

Organization

Reliability

Job description

At Phillips Construction, we don't just remodel homes - we build long-term relationships. More than five consecutive years of growth, driven primarily by referrals and repeat customers, is proof that quality workmanship and integrity still matter. If you're looking for a place where craftsmanship is appreciated, your work is noticed, and your career can grow along with the company, we'd like to meet you.

We do quality work, communicate honestly, show up when we say we will, and treat our customers' homes like they're our own.

We're looking for someone who wants more than swinging a hammer.

We're looking for a craftsman who enjoys leading projects, solving problems, and helping homeowners bring their vision to life.

What You'll Do

• Lead residential remodeling projects from start to finish
• Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers
• Communicate professionally with homeowners
• Ensure projects stay on schedule and within quality expectations
• Perform finish carpentry and all phases of residential remodeling
• Mentor less experienced carpenters
• Identify problems before they become expensive

We're Looking For Someone Who...

• Has 5+ years of residential remodeling experience
• Can work independently with minimal supervision
• Takes ownership of the entire project - not today's task
• Is organized, dependable, and professional
• Enjoys building relationships with customers
• Has high standards for craftsmanship

Why Phillips Construction?

• Competitive pay
• Year-round work
• High-quality projects
• Tools provided
• A company built on referrals - not high-pressure sales
• A team that values craftsmanship over shortcuts

This position is intended to grow into an Operations Manager role for the right individual.

If you've ever wanted to help build a company - not just build houses,we’d love to talk.

• Paid time off
• Tools provided

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply