Lead Carpenter

Earthshare Construction LLC is seeking a highly skilled Lead Carpenter to guide the on-site operations of our construction projects. The Lead Carpenter will be instrumental in advancing Earthshare’s mission to offer best practices in sustainable building and design. Primary responsibilities include: organization on site, establishing workplace norms, managing crew and trade partners, ordering materials, overseeing inspections, completing all necessary documentation, and ensuring quality. This role involves close collaboration with our Project Management team.

The ideal candidate would be a proven leader with 10+ years of carpentry experience and knowledge of building science and high performance residential construction. The candidate would be interested in living and working in the Upper Valley area for an extended period. We value diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from anyone and everyone as long as they have the prerequisite carpentry and/or trades experience.

Desired Skills and Competencies

Carpentry skills:

solid knowledge of basic carpentry, building materials, and installation/repairs
ability to comfortably and safely operate the full complement of carpentry tools
capacity to manage the flow of labor and materials in a busy job setting
ability to lift and carry 50 lbs
ensures that projects meet the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction
takes responsibility for completing all installation, repair, punch list, and job close-out tasks
shows ongoing interest in continuing education and development
valid driver’s license with willingness and ability to drive to sites within 30-60 minutes of our office and shop in Lebanon, NH.
a strong work ethic, attention to detail, excellent problem-solving skills, a positive attitude, and aptitude for both independent and team-oriented work

Additional Lead Carpenter skills:

maintains personal, jobsite, and crew safety at all times
manages daily site organization and cleanliness
plans ahead to keep job site stocked with required materials
provides crew daily tasks based on overall schedule, maintains (or increases) workflow efficiencies
uses excellent time planning and communication skills to coordinate trade partner schedules and clarify trade partner scope of work
ensures accurate cost coding for crew’s timesheets
upholds high quality standards for crew and trade partners, providing clear and timely feedback as necessary
shares construction knowledge base with crew and is eager to teach crew unfamiliar skills or improved techniques
works well with 1-3 carpenters of mixed skill levels and is able to partner with other leads
effectively to schedule workers across projects
sets a positive tone and example on site for workplace norms; leads with integrity and maintains crew morale
remains familiar with project drawings and specs, production schedule, and budget throughout project
collaborates with Project Management team to shape and update production schedule regularly, aiming to avoid delays
partners with Project Management team when client requests a change to scope of work so Change Orders are signed prior to starting additional work
uses budget to make decisions about material purchases and labor allocation
coordinates inspections and meets with inspectors
receives and inspects vendor deliveries, appropriately cost coding all materials
provides accurate project documentation and reporting in a timely manner
keeps client informed about issues of importance to the client; responds to client requests quickly and professionally
solves problems on own initiative and handles any operational issues that arise promptly and effectively, soliciting help from Project Management team when needed
reliably communicates via phone and email, communicating regularly with clients, trade
partners, vendors, and other Earthshare project members

Schedule, Wage, and Advancement

A Lead Carpenter is expected to work a minimum of 35-40 hours per week during the business hours of 7:00am–4:30pm on weekdays. The pay range is $35-$45/hr, depending on experience, with room to advance. Feel free to inquire about our starting wages and the many other benefits of working at Earthshare, including but not limited to: paid vacation time, paid sick time, 7 paid national holidays, paid volunteer time, a Simple IRA retirement plan with 3% company match, a Health Reimbursement Account, and an annual tool allowance.

Earthshare is a small company that recognizes the value of our employees and the importance of growth in the workplace. We provide knowledgeable mentors, a collaborative atmosphere, and advancement opportunities such as in-person and online trainings, certifications through Building Performance Institute, and leadership opportunities.

To apply, please send an interest letter (Why Earthshare? Why this position?) and a brief resume or list of experience to Annie (annie@earthshareconstruction.com). We will review applications on a rolling basis until the job is filled.