Senior Carpenter & Project Lead - Design-Build Homes

Jobless; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Steady work

No layoffs in winter

Weekdays schedule

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Bonuses

Company vehicle or mileage

Job summary

Foster Remodeling Solutions in Lorton, VA is seeking a Design Build Lead Carpenter to oversee projects from start to finish. You’ll manage framing, additions, trim, cabinetry, tile, and the full scope, while mentoring apprentices and crews and serving as the homeowner’s trusted, straight-talking point of contact.

The role emphasizes safety, schedule adherence, and a commitment to quality workmanship in a true design-build environment with in-house execution and warranties.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of lead carpentry/project management experience.
• Residential additions, framing, trim, and cabinet setting.
• Fluency with local building codes.
• Pride in a tidy worksite, a square corner, and a promise kept.

Responsibilities

• Run projects start to finish, foundation to final walkthrough.
• Schedule subs, order materials, keep inspections on track.
• Maintain a clean, safe site every day.
• Mentor apprentices and crews to pass on the craft.
• Be the steady, straight-talking face homeowners see.

Skills

Lead carpenter

Project management

Residential additions

Framing & trim

Building codes knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Foster Remodeling Solutions in Lorton, VA is seeking a Design Build Lead Carpenter to oversee projects from start to finish. You’ll manage framing, additions, trim, cabinetry, tile, and the full scope, while mentoring apprentices and crews and serving as the homeowner’s trusted, straight-talking point of contact.

The role emphasizes safety, schedule adherence, and a commitment to quality workmanship in a true design-build environment with in-house execution and warranties.