Lead Carpenter – Residential Remodel Lead with Growth & Benefits

Wenger Contracting, Inc.; Concord Township (PA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid holidays

Vacation

Biweekly pay

Company clothing

Life insurance

Job summary

Wenger Contracting is seeking a Lead Carpenter for residential remodeling projects in Garnet Valley, PA and nearby sites. This in-person role leads a small crew, interprets plans, delegates tasks, and maintains quality and progress on each job while engaging homeowners with clear communication.

You will mentor apprentices, guide day-to-day work, and collaborate with the owner on decisions. A hands-on leader with strong carpentry skills will thrive here.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on residential remodeling experience.
• Ability to run an assigned project independently while collaborating with others.
• Strong carpentry skills and knowledge of remodeling methods.
• Ability to read blueprints and follow detailed scopes of work.
• Experience directing daily tasks and checking workmanship.
• Clear, respectful communication with homeowners, coworkers, and subs.
• Willingness to teach and mentor apprentices.
• Comfort using a smartphone and construction apps.
• Reliable transportation to local sites and own tools.
• Organized, methodical approach to completing work.
• Valid driver's license with excellent driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily work on residential remodeling projects and perform hands-on carpentry.
• Read blueprints and scopes to plan tasks and understand project requirements.
• Delegate work to carpenters and apprentices and check completed tasks.
• Mentor less-experienced team members through instruction and demonstrations.
• Communicate professionally with homeowners about daily activities and concerns.
• Coordinate with subcontractors on site and review their work.
• Check material lists and inspect deliveries for accuracy and condition.
• Troubleshoot field issues and involve owner when decisions are needed.
• Set up jobsite protections and maintain dust barriers.
• Use phone-based apps to share updates and project information.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Blueprint reading

Mentoring

Smartphone use

Tools

JobTread

Job description

Wenger Contracting is seeking a Lead Carpenter for residential remodeling projects in Garnet Valley, PA and nearby sites. This in-person role leads a small crew, interprets plans, delegates tasks, and maintains quality and progress on each job while engaging homeowners with clear communication.

You will mentor apprentices, guide day-to-day work, and collaborate with the owner on decisions. A hands-on leader with strong carpentry skills will thrive here.