Lead Carpenter

COCOON • Full-time • West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States • 1m ago

At COCOON, we believe remodeling is about more than laying foundations or knocking down walls—it’s about transformation. Every day, our team of designers, craftsmen, and administrators work to reimagine the remodeling experience and make it simple, seamless, and inspiring for homeowners. As a Lead Carpenter, you’ll bring skill, leadership, and heart to every home we touch.

We’re looking for a skilled Lead Carpenter to join our growing team and bring projects to life on-site. This role is hands-on and leadership-driven, ensuring that projects are delivered with superior craftsmanship and excellence. You’ll also play a key role in creating a positive team dynamic on the job site, guiding others to achieve their best work while keeping projects on schedule and within budget.

If you’re a lead carpenter who leads with both skill and integrity—and you’re ready to help families feel uplifted in their homes—we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

Lead the Build & Maintain Quality

Take ownership of CREW on-site, from site protection and demolition through framing, and ensure all work meets COCOON standards for quality.
Lead the carpenters and apprentices by working shoulder to shoulder during all tasks, while assigning tasks, monitoring quality, and providing motivation.
Lead CREW to complete all phases on time, within budget, and safely.
Train Apprentices into Carpenters, and Carpenters into Lead Carpenters, while also growing personally for career advancement.
Read and interpret construction documents and specifications and raise questions or issues to Project Managers as needed.

Collaborating with Project Leadership

Work closely with Project Managers and the Production team to stay aligned on scope, schedule, and budget.
Provide information for Change Orders and ensure additional work is approved before proceeding.
Communicate respectfully and clearly with customers, updating them only on tasks within your responsibility and directing other inquiries to the Project Manager.

Maintain Jobsite Safety

Oversee job site safety and cleanliness. At the end of day, ensure proper cleanup, weather protection, and security on job sites.
Ensure proper use of all tools and enforce job site rules.

Experience & Requirements

8+ years of carpentry experience, including at least 4 years as a Lead Carpenter.
Extensive skills and knowledge in demo, framing, and construction methods, with good general knowledge in all fields of our industry.
Proven ability to lead crews in an efficient manner, coordinate work, and train others.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 100 pounds and working at heights.
A reliable work vehicle (company truck after probation period can be discussed) and a valid PA driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Commitment to professionalism, respect, and craftsmanship on every job site.

Tools You’ll Need

Basic hand tools (hammer, tape measure, speed square, framing square, nail apron, levels [2', 4', and 6'], etc.).
Power Tools: Circular saw, drill, impact driver, miter saw, router, reciprocating saw, table saw, sanders, compressor, nail guns, and other essential carpentry equipment.
4' ladder, workbench or step stool, sawhorses, and related tools for site work.

Job Type: Full-time

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