Lead Carpenter & Site Superintendent — Path to PM

Blue Star

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

2 weeks PTO

14 paid holidays annually

Health care premium 50%

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Blue Star, a Washington, DC-based design-build firm, is seeking a Lead Carpenter / Site Superintendent to own high-end residential projects across Washington, DC. This role blends hands-on carpentry with site leadership and coordination of trades, with potential to grow into a Project Manager.

You will run daily field operations, manage schedules, ensure quality, uphold safety, and communicate clearly with the team.

Qualifications

5+ years in high-end residential construction.
3+ years in a leadership role (Lead Carpenter, Foreman, or similar).
Proven experience managing job sites, coordinating trades, and driving projects forward.
Strong understanding of custom home building, not commercial construction.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all on-site construction activities from start to finish.
Coordinate subcontractors, trades, and inspections to keep projects moving forward.
Maintain project schedules with a focus on weekly and near-term execution.
Ensure quality standards align with high-end, bespoke residential expectations.
Step in on carpentry work when needed to support progress and maintain standards.
Communicate clearly with internal team members and leadership.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized job site.
Use company systems and technology to track progress and updates.