Lead Carpenter
Job Description
The Lead Carpenter is an experienced, hands-on carpenter responsible for leading carpentry crews and overseeing the successful execution of finish carpentry, architectural millwork, and specialty construction work on assigned projects. This role combines high-quality craftsmanship with crew leadership, project coordination, and problem-solving to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, accurately, and in accordance with Bellisi Design's standards and project specifications.
The ideal candidate is a skilled craftsman, dependable leader, and effective communicator who can interpret blueprints and shop drawings, organize daily work, anticipate potential challenges, and work independently with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities
Crew Leadership & Project Coordination
Lead, organize, and coordinate carpenters, apprentices, laborers, and other assigned crew members, including assigning tasks, providing hands-on instruction, and mentoring less-experienced team members.
Plan daily activities according to project priorities, schedules, manpower, and crew skill levels while monitoring productivity and work quality.
Communicate project progress, challenges, material needs, and staffing requirements to the Superintendent or Project Manager.
Coordinate with other trades and job-site personnel to maintain project schedules and support efficient project execution.
Represent Bellisi Design professionally when interacting with clients, homeowners, designers, architects, subcontractors, and other trades.
Carpentry & Installation
Perform and oversee finish carpentry, architectural millwork, and specialty carpentry from layout through final installation.
Install custom cabinetry, wall paneling, doors, jambs, moldings, trim packages, and other specialty woodwork.
Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, construction drawings, specifications, and work orders.
Take accurate field measurements and perform layout, fitting, assembly, fabrication, and installation to ensure proper fit and alignment.
Identify discrepancies between drawings and actual field conditions, troubleshoot installation challenges, and implement practical solutions.
Complete punch-list items and assist with project closeout.
Quality Control & Job-Site Standards
Maintain exceptional craftsmanship, accuracy, and attention to detail throughout all phases of work.
Inspect completed work for proper fit, alignment, finish, and compliance with project specifications and Bellisi Design quality standards.
Identify and correct deficiencies promptly while ensuring crew members meet established workmanship expectations.
Protect installed materials, finished surfaces, and client property during construction and installation.
Maintain clean, organized, and professional work areas.
Safety, Materials & Equipment
Lead by example in following company safety policies, job-site requirements, proper PPE use, and safe work practices.
Recognize and address job-site hazards, report unsafe conditions or incidents promptly, and safely oversee work involving ladders, scaffolding, elevated areas, power tools, and construction equipment.
Verify that required materials, hardware, tools, and equipment are available before and during installation; coordinate staging, handling, and protection of materials.
Monitor material usage and promptly communicate shortages, discrepancies, or damaged items.
Maintain professional-grade tools and equipment in safe working condition and ensure they are used appropriately.
Qualifications & Requirements
Significant hands-on experience in finish carpentry and construction.
Demonstrated ability to lead small crews and manage projects or project phases with minimal supervision.
Strong knowledge of finish carpentry, cabinetry, architectural millwork, doors, hardware, jambs, trim, wall paneling, and specialty woodwork.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
Strong measurement, layout, and mathematical skills.
Excellent craftsmanship, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.
Effective leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to coordinate effectively with Project Managers, Superintendents, clients, designers, architects, subcontractors, and other trades.
Reliable attendance, punctuality, and the ability to work a full-time schedule and remain on assigned projects through completion.
Reliable transportation and a working smartphone.
Reliable truck or van capable of transporting required tools and equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively in English.
Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills are preferred.
Preferred Experience
Journeyman-level finish carpentry experience.
Leading carpentry crews on luxury residential or high-end commercial projects.
Installing custom cabinetry, architectural millwork, doors, hardware, jambs, moldings, and trim packages.
Installing wall paneling and tongue-and-groove applications.
Working in occupied residences and other client-facing environments.
Mentoring apprentices and coordinating multiple trades and project activities.
Required Tools & Equipment
Lead Carpenters are expected to possess and maintain professional-grade carpentry tools and required safety equipment, including but not limited to:
Chop saw with stand
Air compressor and hoses
Finish and brad nail guns
Circular saw and jigsaw
Drill and battery-powered impact driver
Tape measures, levels, and squares
Standard carpentry hand tools and tool bags
Required personal protective and safety equipment
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