Lead Carpenter - New Modular Construction

Lead Carpenter - New Modular Construction - Southeastern MABackyard ADUs is looking for an experienced Lead Carpenter for their growing business. This is a Full Time, Mon-Fri position, 40 hours of work time during construction hours (6:30am to 6:30pm). This can be 4 long days, or 5 regular days, or even more flexible some weeks. Must be willing to do some overnights in the New England area.

This role is client-facing, and ideal for a skilled professional who can work independently and alongside subcontractors to deliver high-quality construction projects. The Lead Carpenter is responsible for maintaining a safe job site, performing a variety of carpentry tasks, and ensuring exceptional workmanship while working with minimal supervision. Come and be a part of this exciting high-growth company as we work to help solve a significant housing problem! If you are a talented lead carpenter with strong communication and customer service skills- let's have a conversation!

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Site Leadership Duties -

Maintain strong relationships with customers and be the carpentry face of Backyard ADUs

Meet with inspectors

Redirect subs as needed and approve finish qualities

Work alongside subcontractors to ensure a high level of quality is met, and schedules are maintained

Read and interpret blueprints and schematics to determine project specifications

Extensive photos/video documentation for project records

Maintain the final punch list in the final weeks of a project

Construction Duties -

Complete punch list activities effectively

Install different types of exterior siding including, but not limited to, vinyl, LP, or Hardie

Install exterior trim details

Install roofing to industry-recommended standards

Perform air sealing activities including, but not limited to, caulking, taping, and spray foam

Install floating shelves, cabinetry, and other upgraded interior features

Install/finish porticos, decks, and screen porches

Construct, install, and repair structures and fixtures made of wood, plywood, and wallboard

Hang doors accurately and ensure proper alignment and functionality

Install and/or repair drywall efficiently while ensuring a smooth finish

Hardwood, vinyl, and tile flooring  installation, ensuring durability and aesthetic appeal

Tile backsplash installation and grouting

Basic site work and landscaping (punch list level only)

Maintain the project site and property in a neat and orderly fashion; provide adequate dust protection; broom clean site daily, remove debris promptly; secure the site daily

Protect any items that will be reused or cannot be removed from the construction area from damage and dust, such as cabinets, shelving, landscape, large furniture pieces, etc.

Keep tools, equipment, and materials neat, organized and consolidated at the end of each day.

Accurately report task status on Google Workspace platforms (Sheets, Docs, Keep, Drive)

Qualifications

Proven experience as a Carpenter with a strong portfolio of completed projects

10+ years of carpentry experience

Experience working with subcontractors

Strong knowledge of hand tools and their proper usage

Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to quality craftsmanship

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure

Ability to lift heavy materials when necessary

Willing and able to do overnights within New England (example, overnights for project in WellFleet)

Massachusetts CSL preferred, or ability to obtain, but not required.

Neat appearance

Maintain a valid driver's license and good driving record

Must be able to pass post-offer pre-employment drug screen, and may be required to satisfactorily complete additional background checks as required (i.e. DMV, criminal history)

Benefits:

Competitive Salary

401k matching (Up to 4% of salary matched)

Mileage reimbursement at federal rate

Employee-paid HSA ($3600/Year) or employer-sponsored health care plan

4-week paid vacation plus national holidays

Either personal or company phone paid for

End-of-year profit sharing

Growing company concerned about helping with housing solutions!

Equal Opportunity Employer

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