Lead Carpenter (Residential Remodeling)

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

Are you a master of your craft with an eye for detail and a passion for building? Murphy Bros. Design|Build|Remodel has spent 43 years making life better for our homeowners - not just different - and we're looking for a Lead Carpenter to help lead that work in the field.

As a Lead Carpenter, you'll be the hands-on expert and the steady leader on our jobsites, executing high-quality carpentry yourself while guiding and mentoring the crew around you. You'll be the person a homeowner trusts to get it right, and the person your team looks to when something needs solving.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Project Oversight

• Review, set up, and execute projects from start to finish, keeping materials and tools organized and on hand
• Troubleshoot site issues as they arise and keep work moving
• Train and oversee carpenters, laborers, and on-site trades

Hands-On Carpentry

• Frame, install doors and windows, and complete trim, cabinetry, flooring, and other structural or finish work
• Operate hand tools, machines, and power tools with precision and care
• Enforce jobsite safety protocols and keep the worksite clean and organized

Leadership & Collaboration

• Understand project requirements, timelines, and budgets, and interpret specs, sketches, and building plans
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and make sure resources are used efficiently
• Communicate with Project Managers, clients, subcontractors, and other trades to share updates and resolve issues

Documentation & Client Experience

• Complete progress reports, work logs, and material records, and communicate change orders
• Serve as a front-line point of contact for homeowners and uphold our quality standards from start to finish

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 5+ years of experience with mastered knowledge of all aspects of carpentry
• High school diploma or equivalent required; formal training in carpentry or drafting/blueprint reading and trade certifications are a plus
• The ability to guide, instruct, and motivate others
• Proficiency in project planning, execution, and coordination
• The ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and construction documents
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

WHY WORK FOR MURPHY BROS.

• Monday through Friday workweek
• Jobsites within the 7-county metro area
• Competitive compensation plan
• Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with a company match up to 4%
• Paid time off plus eight paid holidays
• Mileage, tool, and cell phone reimbursement

WHAT DRIVES US

Everything we do is guided by our core values - and we're looking for a Lead Carpenter who shares them:

• Uncommon Integrity - It's what you do when no one is looking, and what you promise to do when they are.
• Get It Done with Great Care - We're committed to finishing the job, and finishing it well.
• Take Ownership - We don't wait to be told; we see what needs doing and step forward.
• Glad to See Ya! - We hire people who are easy to work with, bring solutions, and listen more than they talk.

Murphy Bros. is a trusted leader in the remodeling industry. If you're ready to take on an exciting challenge and make a real difference in the lives of homeowners,