Join the Dovetail team.

We are currently hiring for the following positions. Even if you don’t see a perfect fit, email us and explain your interests and skills. We always appreciate hearing from talented folks and we may be able to find the right spot for you.

  • Superintendent

    Dovetail is hiring an experienced superintendent who is fluent in the field of custom, architecturally significant residential and commercial building. Must show examples of experience running a minimum of three $5 million-plus high-design projects in Western Washington, from site preparation through close out, while maintaining the highest degree of quality control. Must have excellent leadership, communication, and time management skills. Must be technically skilled and computer proficient, with a proven ability to forecast, as well as manage budgets and schedules. Must be a leader, team player, and teacher with success managing subcontractors and carpentry crew. Excellent customer service, and must effectively and clearly communicate with project managers, architects, and clients.

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  • Shop Project Manager & Illustrator

    We’re hiring a Shop Project Manager & Technical Illustrator to perform dual roles for Dovetail’s custom wood and metal shop: managing the production process and creating the shop drawings. This position requires multiple skill sets in project management experience, technical drawing expertise, and fabrication experience in woodworking/cabinetmaking as well as architectural metal. Dovetail’s shop supports its residential and commercial projects and fabricates custom wood and metal components such as casework, furniture, staircases, windows and doors, kinetic systems, hardware, and more. Dovetail’s shop is the place to realize high-craft designs and collaborate with master craftspeople.

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  • Lead Cabinetmaker & Woodworking Specialist

    We’re hiring a lead cabinetmaker and architectural woodworking specialist who is passionate and motivated with five-to-ten years of direct experience in a cabinet or furniture shop (not an on-site finish carpenter). Dovetail’s Wood Shop supports architecturally significant residential and commercial projects, providing custom kitchens, casework, stairwells, soaking tubs, bars, furniture, doors, and other specialty objects. Our wood shop is FSC certified.

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  • Experienced Lead Carpenter

    Dovetail is hiring an experienced lead carpenter. Candidates must demonstrate a positive attitude, excellent craftsmanship, commitment to quality, leadership skills, and a willingness to bring your best. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 7-years experience working in high-end residential construction, and is well-versed in all phases of building and finish carpentry, including windows and doors, envelope, interior and exterior trim, finish, and cabinet & casework installation. Must have highest standards for safety, site cleanliness, professionalism, and a passion for your craft. There are opportunities to grow into foreman and superintendent positions.

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