Lead Carpenter
Williams Contracting, Olympia, WA, United States
Lead Carpenter / Field Project Manager
A senior field role responsible for executing high-level carpentry work while managing daily site coordination, quality control, and project progress.
This position combines master‑level carpentry skills with project management responsibilities, ensuring projects are built to Williams Contracting standards while maintaining schedule alignment, organization, and communication between the field and office teams.
Core Responsibilities
Advanced Carpentry Execution
Perform high-level carpentry tasks including framing, structural modifications, finish carpentry, and custom installations.
Interpret architectural drawings, details, and specifications to execute work accurately.
Maintain Williams Contracting standards for craftsmanship and quality.
Identify potential issues in plans or field conditions and communicate solutions early.
Support complex build details that require experienced problem‑solving.
Daily Site Management
Oversee day‑to‑day activity on assigned job sites.
Coordinate daily workflow between carpenters, laborers and subcontractors.
Maintain a clean, safe and organized job site.
Ensure all work performed aligns with the approved plans and scope.
Identify site issues and coordinate solutions with the Superintendent.
Subcontractor Coordination
Coordinate subcontractor arrivals, site access and work readiness.
Ensure subcontractors have the information needed to complete their scope.
Verify work completion aligns with plans and quality standards.
Communicate field updates and concerns to the Superintendent and Project Management team.
Schedule & Progress Support
Assist the Superintendent in maintaining the construction schedule.
Monitor daily progress and report potential delays.
Ensure work areas are prepared for upcoming trades.
Coordinate sequencing of carpentry work and subcontractor activity.
Field Problem Solving
Identify and resolve field conditions that differ from plans.
Coordinate with the Superintendent and design team when clarification is needed.
Propose practical solutions to maintain schedule and quality.
Material Coordination
Confirm required materials are onsite prior to scheduled work.
Coordinate with the Product & Costing Manager and Superintendent regarding product deliveries.
Notify leadership of missing materials or delivery issues that could impact schedule.
Required Skills & Competencies Carpentry Expertise
Extensive experience in residential construction.
Mastery of framing, structural carpentry and finish carpentry.
Ability to execute custom design details with precision.
Strong understanding of construction sequencing and building systems.
Field Leadership
Ability to manage multiple trades and coordinate daily work activity.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to maintain productivity while performing skilled carpentry work.
Technical Understanding
Ability to read and interpret architectural plans, structural drawings and specifications.
Clear understanding of residential construction methods and building codes.
Ability to anticipate build challenges and resolve them proactively.
Communication
Clear communication with Superintendent, Project Management and office teams.
Professional coordination with subcontractors and suppliers.
Ability to document and report site conditions or concerns.
Key KPIs Construction Quality
Quality and craftsmanship of carpentry work.
Reduced punch‑list items and rework.
Schedule Performance
Ability to maintain project progress and sequencing.
Reduced delays due to site coordination issues.
Jobsite Organization
Clean, organized and safe jobsite conditions.
Effective subcontractor coordination.
Team Effectiveness
Positive feedback from Superintendent and project team.
Clear communication and issue resolution.
Tools & Systems
Construction drawings and specifications.
Jobsite documentation and photo records.
Scheduling coordination with Superintendent.
Communication with internal teams and subcontractors.
Workflow Responsibilities
Receives From
Chris / Principal
Company standards for quality and craftsmanship.
Overall expectations for project execution.
Construction Superintendent
Project schedule.
Construction sequencing.
Field priorities and direction.
Scope clarifications.
Account Executive
Client‑driven changes or approvals affecting construction.
Design Team
Plan updates and clarification of details.
Design intent for architectural elements.
Product & Costing Manager
Product orders and delivery schedules.
Material confirmations and substitutions.
Delivers To
Construction Superintendent
Daily site updates.
Progress reports.
Field condition updates.
Coordination of trade activities.
Field Project Managers / Office Team
Material needs.
Site readiness for upcoming work.
Confirmation of completed tasks.
Subcontractors
Site coordination and work sequencing.
Access and readiness for scheduled work.
Clarification of scope and expectations.
Provides For
Clients: High‑quality craftsmanship and a professionally managed jobsite.
Superintendent: Reliable day‑to‑day field leadership.
Design Team: Accurate execution of architectural details.
Construction Team: Organized workflow and coordinated trades.
Leadership: Confidence that projects are progressing correctly in the field.
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This position combines master‑level carpentry skills with project management responsibilities, ensuring projects are built to Williams Contracting standards while maintaining schedule alignment, organization, and communication between the field and office teams.
Core Responsibilities
Advanced Carpentry Execution
Perform high-level carpentry tasks including framing, structural modifications, finish carpentry, and custom installations.
Interpret architectural drawings, details, and specifications to execute work accurately.
Maintain Williams Contracting standards for craftsmanship and quality.
Identify potential issues in plans or field conditions and communicate solutions early.
Support complex build details that require experienced problem‑solving.
Daily Site Management
Oversee day‑to‑day activity on assigned job sites.
Coordinate daily workflow between carpenters, laborers and subcontractors.
Maintain a clean, safe and organized job site.
Ensure all work performed aligns with the approved plans and scope.
Identify site issues and coordinate solutions with the Superintendent.
Subcontractor Coordination
Coordinate subcontractor arrivals, site access and work readiness.
Ensure subcontractors have the information needed to complete their scope.
Verify work completion aligns with plans and quality standards.
Communicate field updates and concerns to the Superintendent and Project Management team.
Schedule & Progress Support
Assist the Superintendent in maintaining the construction schedule.
Monitor daily progress and report potential delays.
Ensure work areas are prepared for upcoming trades.
Coordinate sequencing of carpentry work and subcontractor activity.
Field Problem Solving
Identify and resolve field conditions that differ from plans.
Coordinate with the Superintendent and design team when clarification is needed.
Propose practical solutions to maintain schedule and quality.
Material Coordination
Confirm required materials are onsite prior to scheduled work.
Coordinate with the Product & Costing Manager and Superintendent regarding product deliveries.
Notify leadership of missing materials or delivery issues that could impact schedule.
Required Skills & Competencies Carpentry Expertise
Extensive experience in residential construction.
Mastery of framing, structural carpentry and finish carpentry.
Ability to execute custom design details with precision.
Strong understanding of construction sequencing and building systems.
Field Leadership
Ability to manage multiple trades and coordinate daily work activity.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to maintain productivity while performing skilled carpentry work.
Technical Understanding
Ability to read and interpret architectural plans, structural drawings and specifications.
Clear understanding of residential construction methods and building codes.
Ability to anticipate build challenges and resolve them proactively.
Communication
Clear communication with Superintendent, Project Management and office teams.
Professional coordination with subcontractors and suppliers.
Ability to document and report site conditions or concerns.
Key KPIs Construction Quality
Quality and craftsmanship of carpentry work.
Reduced punch‑list items and rework.
Schedule Performance
Ability to maintain project progress and sequencing.
Reduced delays due to site coordination issues.
Jobsite Organization
Clean, organized and safe jobsite conditions.
Effective subcontractor coordination.
Team Effectiveness
Positive feedback from Superintendent and project team.
Clear communication and issue resolution.
Tools & Systems
Construction drawings and specifications.
Jobsite documentation and photo records.
Scheduling coordination with Superintendent.
Communication with internal teams and subcontractors.
Workflow Responsibilities
Receives From
Chris / Principal
Company standards for quality and craftsmanship.
Overall expectations for project execution.
Construction Superintendent
Project schedule.
Construction sequencing.
Field priorities and direction.
Scope clarifications.
Account Executive
Client‑driven changes or approvals affecting construction.
Design Team
Plan updates and clarification of details.
Design intent for architectural elements.
Product & Costing Manager
Product orders and delivery schedules.
Material confirmations and substitutions.
Delivers To
Construction Superintendent
Daily site updates.
Progress reports.
Field condition updates.
Coordination of trade activities.
Field Project Managers / Office Team
Material needs.
Site readiness for upcoming work.
Confirmation of completed tasks.
Subcontractors
Site coordination and work sequencing.
Access and readiness for scheduled work.
Clarification of scope and expectations.
Provides For
Clients: High‑quality craftsmanship and a professionally managed jobsite.
Superintendent: Reliable day‑to‑day field leadership.
Design Team: Accurate execution of architectural details.
Construction Team: Organized workflow and coordinated trades.
Leadership: Confidence that projects are progressing correctly in the field.
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