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Lead Carpenter; Residential Remodeling

Job in Chanhassen, Carver County, Minnesota, 55317, USA
Listing for: Murphy Bros
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-12
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Carpentry, Building Maintenance, Construction Manager/ Foreman
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

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

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