Residential Carpenter Foreman

Jenkins Design Build; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Company-matching 401(k)

Job summary

Jenkins Design Build in Austin seeks a skilled Residential Carpenter Foreman to lead carpentry on high-end custom homes across the Hill Country and surrounding areas. This hands-on leadership role will coordinate carpenters, interpret detailed plans, plan daily work, and ensure installations meet exacting quality standards.

The right candidate leads by example, communicates clearly, and maintains a safe, organized jobsite while mentoring junior carpenters and collaborating with the

Qualifications

• At least five years of residential carpentry experience; luxury custom home experience preferred.
• Experience leading carpenters or small field crews.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings and detailed construction documents.
• Proficiency with common hand, power, and layout tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate carpenters and assigned field personnel.
• Review architectural plans, details, specifications, and daily work priorities.
• Perform and supervise framing, blocking, trim, cabinetry support, punch work, and other carpentry tasks.

Skills

Leadership

Carpentry

Framing

Reading Plans

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Project area: Regular travel to active project sites throughout Austin, Lake Travis, Bee Cave, Lakeway, Dripping Springs, and nearby Hill Country communities.

Craftsmanship Starts with Leadership

Jenkins Design Build designs and constructs distinctive luxury homes throughout Austin and the Texas Hill Country. As an architect-led design-build firm, we bring architecture, interior design, and construction together to achieve greater coordination and exceptional attention to detail. For more than 30 years, our family-owned company has built its reputation through integrity, quality workmanship, and a commitment to creating homes that will endure for generations.

We are seeking a skilled Residential Carpenter Foreman to lead carpentry activities and support field operations across high-end custom residential projects. This hands-on leadership position will coordinate carpenters and assigned labor, interpret detailed plans, plan daily work, and ensure that installations meet exacting quality standards. The right candidate is an experienced craftsperson who leads by example, communicates clearly, and takes pride in both the work and the condition of the jobsite.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate carpenters and assigned field personnel
• Review architectural plans, details, specifications, and daily work priorities
• Perform and supervise framing, blocking, trim, cabinetry support, punch work, and other carpentry tasks
• Lay out work accurately and verify dimensions, elevations, alignment, and finish quality
• Assign daily tasks and monitor productivity, workmanship, and completion
• Coordinate carpentry activities with the Superintendent and other trade partners
• Identify field conflicts and communicate potential solutions before work proceeds
• Estimate labor and material requirements for assigned work
• Confirm that required tools, materials, and equipment are available when needed
• Enforce jobsite safety procedures and proper use of tools and equipment
• Protect completed work and maintain a clean, organized jobsite
• Train and mentor less-experienced carpenters
• Complete punch-list and corrective work to company standards

Qualifications

• At least five years of residential carpentry experience; luxury custom home experience strongly preferred
• Previous experience leading carpenters or small field crews
• Strong knowledge of framing, interior and exterior finish carpentry, and residential construction sequencing
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings and detailed construction documents
• Proficiency with common hand, power, and layout tools
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality finished work
• Practical problem-solving and clear communication skills
• Ability to perform the essential physical duties of the position, including lifting and carrying materials, climbing ladders, standing for extended periods, and working at active construction sites in varying weather conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required for regular travel between active project sites
• OSHA training or relevant trade certification is a plus

Pay and Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
• Overtime may be available based on project needs and is paid in accordance with applicable wage-and-hour requirements
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-matching 401(k)
• Opportunities to expand leadership responsibilities and advance within the company
• Relocation assistance may be considered for an exceptional candidate on a case-by-case basis

Why Jenkins Design Build?

This is an opportunity to practice your craft on exceptional custom homes where precision and thoughtful execution are valued. You will work with a team that respects skilled tradespeople and understands that lasting quality depends on the details completed in the field. Jenkins Design Build values initiative, accountability, and a willingness to help the entire team succeed. If you want your work to be seen, appreciated, and built to last, you can build a meaningful career here.

Jenkins Design Build is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.