Licensed Residential Builder / Lead Carpenter
Overview
As the Licensed Residential Builder / Lead Carpenter at Detroit Farm & Cider, you will own the full lifecycle of construction projects across a growing farm and hospitality property, from planning and estimating to hands-on carpentry and crew supervision. You will lead a small team of carpenters and laborers, collaborating with ownership to prioritize and execute projects that keep the property thriving. This role stands out for its blend of field work and leadership, requiring you to build alongside your crew while driving quality, safety, and schedule adherence. You will report directly to ownership, making your expertise pivotal to the property's continuous expansion and maintenance.
What You'll Do7
- 1Lead construction projects from start to finish, including demolition, framing, and final finishes, ensuring work aligns with approved plans and schedules.
- 2Supervise carpenters and laborers, assigning daily tasks, monitoring productivity, and correcting workmanship issues on the spot.
- 3Perform material takeoffs and estimate labor, materials, and timelines for each project, keeping costs controlled and waste minimized.
- 4Coordinate with subcontractors, inspectors, and other trades to keep projects moving and ready for required inspections.
- 5Build and repair with your own hands, handling rough framing, trim, cabinetry, and other carpentry tasks safely and accurately.
- 6Maintain a safe, clean jobsite and enforce proper tool usage to uphold professional standards.
- 7Communicate project status, material needs, and concerns to ownership proactively to avoid costly delays.
Requirements8
- 1Active Michigan Residential Builder License or Maintenance & Alteration Contractor license with carpentry designation.
- 25+ years of professional construction experience, with significant carpentry and crew supervision.
- 3Strong rough and finish carpentry skills, including framing, door and window installation, and structural repairs.
- 4Proven ability to read construction drawings and perform material takeoffs and estimates.
- 5Solid understanding of building codes, safety standards, and construction best practices.
- 6Experience coordinating multiple trades and managing subcontractors.
- 7Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- 8Excellent communication and leadership skills with a record of dependable attendance.
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$62k per year
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