Project Carpenter Lead

Location: Cincinnati OH
Pay: $35.00$38.00 per hour
Shift: 1st Shift MondayFriday

Lead High-Impact Construction Projects from the Field Up

We are seeking an experienced Project Carpenter Lead to take charge of field execution coordination and delivery of construction and maintenance projects across multiple active job sites in the Cincinnati OH area.

This is a hands-on leadership role for a skilled carpenter who thrives in the field enjoys leading crews and takes pride in delivering high-quality work safely on time and within budget. You will oversee subcontractors and field teams while also performing hands-on carpentry work as needed to keep projects moving.

What Youll Do

• Lead and coordinate construction and maintenance projects from start through closeout

• Develop and manage short-term and look-ahead schedules to maintain productivity and efficiency

• Supervise subcontractors and field associates ensuring quality safety and performance standards are met

• Perform hands-on carpentry work including framing drywall ceilings doors and finishes as needed

• Install and complete interior systems such as metal stud or wood framing drywall acoustic ceilings doors trim casework flooring and specialty installations

• Monitor labor materials and project costs while identifying risks and recommending corrective actions

• Serve as the primary on-site contact for project communication with leadership and clients

• Document daily work activity field conditions and project progress including reports timesheets and job updates

• Manage punch lists corrective work and project closeout activities

• Enforce job-site safety standards and ensure compliance with all company and regulatory requirements

What Were Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED required

• 510 years of carpentry experience in commercial construction or maintenance

• 13 years of project or crew leadership experience managing work scopes over $10K

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings specifications and contracts

• Strong hands-on carpentry skills including framing drywall doors trim ceilings and finishes

• Experience coordinating subcontractors and multiple trades on active job sites

• Strong understanding of jobsite safety practices and quality standards

• Ability to track labor materials and project progress

• Valid drivers license required

• Strong communication organization and problem-solving skills

Why This Role

• Lead real construction projects from the field not just behind a desk

• Hands-on leadership role with daily variety and responsibility

• Opportunity to work across multiple active job sites

• Strong team environment focused on quality safety and results

• Competitive pay and long-term career growth in construction leadership

If youre a skilled carpenter ready to step into a leadership role and take ownership of projects from start to finish we encourage you to apply today.