Working Carpenter Foreman - High-End Custom Residential

Job Description

Job Description

Lead High-End Custom Build Projects at Ducillo Construction!

Job Overview

• Company: Ducillo Construction.
• Salary/Pay Rate: $35 to $40+ per hour DOE, plus Profit Sharing and Performance-Based Bonus Structure. 
• Location: Amenia, NY and surrounding Dutchess County / nearby Connecticut projects
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time.
• Project Scope: High-End Residential and Commercial Construction.
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: Valid Driver's License.

The Opportunity

Ducillo Construction is seeking an experienced Working Carpenter Foreman / Lead Carpenter to lead small crews on high-end custom homes, renovations, and additions.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can run a project, work alongside the crew, and deliver exceptional craftsmanship. You'll oversee projects from initial sitework and framing through detailed finish carpentry, while coordinating subcontractors, materials, architects, and homeowners.

We are a family-oriented construction company with over 40 years of experience, long-tenured employees, and a strong reputation for quality custom work.

What You'll Do

• Lead and work alongside a crew of approximately 2–3 carpenters.
• Manage daily jobsite operations, scheduling, quality, safety, and material coordination.
• Perform skilled framing, exterior carpentry, interior trim, and custom finish work.
• Read architectural plans, identify discrepancies, and solve field problems.
• Coordinate subcontractors, including excavation, foundation, plumbing, electrical, and drywall crews.
• Communicate professionally with homeowners, architects, designers, and suppliers.
• Guide junior carpenters and maintain high craftsmanship standards.
• Oversee custom residential projects, often ranging from $500K to $3M.

What We're Looking For

• Required
• Extensive experience in residential carpentry, including framing and finish work.
• Proven ability to lead a small crew and independently manage daily jobsite operations.
• Strong blueprint-reading, layout, problem-solving, and construction sequencing skills.
• Ability to coordinate subcontractors and communicate with high-end clients.
• Hands-on leadership style; comfortable working alongside the crew.
• Valid driver's license.
• Preferred
• 10+ years of carpentry and jobsite leadership experience.
• Advanced finish carpentry skills, including stairs, detailed trim, custom built-ins, and architectural woodworking.
• Experience managing high-end custom renovations, additions, or whole-house projects.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary/Pay Rate: $35 to $45+ per hour DOE, plus Profit Sharing and Performance-Based Bonus Structure.
• Profit-sharing and performance-based compensation opportunities.
• Health and dental insurance.
• 401(k) retirement benefits.
• Paid time off and overtime opportunities.
• Weekly pay.
• Company vehicle / transportation benefits based on role and availability.
• Established team with long-term career and leadership opportunities.

Why Join Ducillo Construction?

Work on exceptional custom homes with an experienced team that values craftsmanship, loyalty, and long-term employee relationships. We offer challenging, rewarding projects and the opportunity to take ownership of your work without extensive overnight travel. 

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Ducillo Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.