Lead Carpenter
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Who We Are
In 1947, Neil B. Kelly founded a remodeling company with a $100 investment and a commitment to quality, value, and client satisfaction. Over the next four decades, he grew it into a nationally recognized business known for award-winning design, innovative building practices, exceptional craftsmanship, and deep community engagement. Today, Neil Kelly Company is a leader in home remodeling, solar energy installation, and handyman services.
What You’ll Do
Lead all phases of residential carpentry projects—from site prep to final finishes—with precision and high craftsmanship standards
Supervise and mentor carpentry team members, ensuring work aligns with plans, specs, and Neil Kelly quality expectations
Coordinate closely with Project Managers, clients, subcontractors, and vendors to keep projects on schedule and within scope
Manage material deliveries, inspect for accuracy and quality, and maintain organized, safe, and secure job sites
Uphold safety protocols, protect client property, and deliver an exceptional project experience from start to finish
What You Bring
You’re an experienced carpenter and confident leader with excellent technical, organizational, and interpersonal skills. You have the right tools to do the job, a valid driver’s license, and a pickup truck with canopy or utility type van.
Required Skills & Experience:
- Advanced residential carpentry skills across all phases - from framing to finish work- including kitchens, baths, and general remodeling
- Proven experience managing job sites, mentoring crew members, and delivering projects on time and within budget
- Strong ability to read blueprints, interpret specifications, and apply construction math
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with a calm and solutions-oriented approach
- Proficiency with construction tools, materials, equipment, and jobsite technology
- High standards for cleanliness, safety, and organization on-site
- Physically able to perform demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds unassisted
Bonus Points For:
Familiarity with remodeling codes and building standards
Experience in high-quality custom work
CPR/First Aid/AED certification (we’ll help you get it if needed)
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- Paid holiday, sick, and vacation time
- Cell phone stipend
- Mileage reimbursement
- Company paid long-term disability & life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Optional benefits include: Short-Term Disability, Legal Services, Pet, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- This role serves job sites in the Portland metro area and is not remote. Candidates must be able to reliably commute to Portland, OR or be willing to relocate by their start date.
- Neil Kelly is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. To ensure the utmost safety and security for our clients and employees, we are a drug free workplace.
About Neil Kelly Company
Family-owned Pacific Northwest design-build remodeling and home-improvement company serving homeowners with remodeling, handyman, solar, and custom-home services.
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