Lead Carpenter

Job Description

Job Description

VKB Homes is a fast-growing, systems-driven residential remodeling company serving the Fox Valley. As demand continues to rise, we’re looking for a Lead Carpenter / High-Level Carpenter who takes pride in craftsmanship, ownership, and leadership on the jobsite.

This is not a “show up and swing a hammer” role.

We’re looking for someone who can lead projects, solve problems, and elevate the people around them.

As a Lead Carpenter, you will:

• Lead jobsite execution for remodels and custom residential projects.
• Own quality control from demo to finish.
• Mentor and guide junior carpenters and laborers.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and trade partners.
• Ensure jobs stay on schedule and up to VKB standards.
• Handle framing, finish carpentry, installs, and problem-solving in the field.
• Communicate professionally with clients when needed.

You are the person who makes sure the job gets done right .

• 5+ years residential construction experience preferred.
• Strong finish carpentry skills.
• Ability to read plans and execute independently.
• Leadership mindset, not just task completion.
• Detail-oriented with pride in craftsmanship.
• Solution-driven (not excuse-driven).
• Clean, organized jobsite habits.
• Valid driver’s license.

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Company van and tools.
• Support through Project manager and coordinators. 
• Paid vacation and paid holidays.
• 401k with the state maximum employer match.
• Leadership growth opportunities.
• Steady year-round work.
• Strong team culture (Team First mindset).
• Organized systems & project support.
• Opportunity to grow with a scaling company.

We’re building something long-term and we want leaders, not just labor.