Lead Carpenter - Residential & Commercial Projects

Farbman Group; Farmington Hills (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Parental leave

401(k) plus match

Job summary

The Farbman Group is seeking an experienced Lead Carpenter to perform and oversee residential and commercial construction and renovation projects. You will read and interpret drawings and blueprints, lay out spaces, and install millwork, doors, frames, and hardware to meet high standards.

The role requires minimum 5 years of carpentry/construction and the ability to run projects from start to finish, ensuring safety, quality, and timelines. Licensing is preferred where applicable.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of carpentry/construction experience, including experience running projects.
• Strong knowledge of residential and commercial construction.
• Experience with millwork, doors, frames, and hardware installation.
• Ability to independently read and work from construction drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes and construction standards.
• Licensed builder preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Lay out building spaces and coordinate work according to project plans.
• Install millwork, doors, frames, and hardware.
• Ensure installations meet applicable building codes and project specifications.
• Perform residential and commercial carpentry, renovation, and finish work.
• Coordinate and oversee projects from start through completion.
• Troubleshoot field conditions and resolve construction issues.
• Maintain quality, safety, and project schedules.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

The Farbman Group is seeking an experienced Lead Carpenter to perform and oversee residential and commercial construction and renovation projects. You will read and interpret drawings and blueprints, lay out spaces, and install millwork, doors, frames, and hardware to meet high standards.

The role requires minimum 5 years of carpentry/construction and the ability to run projects from start to finish, ensuring safety, quality, and timelines. Licensing is preferred where applicable.