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Lead carpenter/site super for custom residential construction

Harper Elm General Contractor

Job Description

Job Description

Fast-expanding builder is looking to add working project managers/site supers to our in-house frame-to-finish crew. We specialize in the restoration and renovation of antique barns and homes, but our portfolio includes more conventional high-end renovations, additions and custom new homes. We place a high priority on an enjoyable and satisfying work environment and are looking for like-minded individuals. This is a blended bags-on/bags-off position.

The ideal candidate has:

- 8 years + professional experience

- Professional demeanor and excellent communication skills
- Broad skillset and comfort through all phases of construction
- Ability to communicate with and oversee subcontractors in the field
- Experience reading plans, doing take-offs and ordering materials
- Ability to work both individually and with a team
- Valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation

- Hand tools and battery tool kit, larger equipment provided
- Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office programs

- Experience with timberframing and/or old buildings a plus

- Experience with high-performance and green building principles and methods a plus


Competitive pay and benefits offered. Paid holidays, vacation, retirement plan. While we will accept applicants on a per-project 10-99 basis, we are looking to bring in long-term employees to a company that is growing rapidly and has room for advancement.

2026-2027 projects are in Concord, Acton, Groton, Stow, Northbridge, Maynard Company Description

Harper Elm is a growing team of builders specializing in the restoration and renovation of historic homes and barns. Barn restoration and conversion, antique home remodels, custom new home building, historically sensitive additions and new construction, commercial build-outs in historic buildings, adaptive re-use, historic property maintenance, and all manner of high-end residential building.

Company Description

Harper Elm is a growing team of builders specializing in the restoration and renovation of historic homes and barns. Barn restoration and conversion, antique home remodels, custom new home building, historically sensitive additions and new construction, commercial build-outs in historic buildings, adaptive re-use, historic property maintenance, and all manner of high-end residential building.

Vacancy posted 25 days ago
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