Senior Lead Carpenter - Residential Remodeling Mentor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (50% employer)

Paid holidays

Vacation after one year

401(k) with employer contributions

Biweekly pay

Company-provided equipment

Job summary

Wenger Contracting is seeking a Lead Carpenter for residential remodeling in Garnet Valley, PA, and nearby project sites. This full-time, in-person role involves directing a small crew, reading blueprints, and delivering high-quality workmanship with clear homeowner communication.

You will mentor apprentices, manage day-to-day project tasks, and collaborate with subcontractors to keep projects moving smoothly. A valid driver's license and equipment access are required.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of hands-on residential remodeling experience.
• Ability to run an assigned project independently while working cooperatively with others.
• Strong carpentry skills and practical knowledge of residential 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 subcontractors.
• Willingness to teach and mentor apprentices.
• Comfort using a smartphone and construction applications.
• Reliable transportation to local remodeling project sites and access to standard personal carpentry tools.
• An organized, methodical approach to completing work.
• Must have a valid driver's license with an excellent driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily work on residential remodeling projects while performing hands-on carpentry.
• Read blueprints and scopes of work to plan tasks and understand project requirements.
• Delegate work to carpenters and apprentices and check completed tasks.
• Mentor less-experienced team members through clear instruction and practical 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 the owner when additional decisions are needed.
• Set up and maintain dust barriers, floor protection, air scrubbers, and other jobsite protections.
• Use phone-based applications and digital tools to share updates and project information.

Skills

Read blueprints

Lead a small crew

Clear communication

Mentor apprentices

Smartphone usage

Organization

Attention to detail

Independent project leadership

Carpentry expertise

Team collaboration

Education

No formal requirement specified

Tools

JobTread

Construction software

Job description

Wenger Contracting is seeking a Lead Carpenter for residential remodeling in Garnet Valley, PA, and nearby project sites. This full-time, in-person role involves directing a small crew, reading blueprints, and delivering high-quality workmanship with clear homeowner communication.

You will mentor apprentices, manage day-to-day project tasks, and collaborate with subcontractors to keep projects moving smoothly. A valid driver's license and equipment access are required.