Lead Carpenter

Job Description LEAD CARPENTER - Synergy Design & Construction — Reston, VA | Full-Time | M–F About the Role Synergy Design & Construction is an award-winning residential remodeling firm in Reston, VA, and we're looking for an experienced Lead Carpenter to own job sites from demo day through final punch list. This is a working position — you'll be hands-on in the field while project managing the job as a whole - serving as the primary point of contact for trade partners & vendors. If you take pride in your craft, hate being pushed to cut corners, and want consistent year-round work with a company that actually values quality over speed, this is your opportunity. We work exclusively in Reston and the immediate surrounding area. No Maryland. No DC. What You'll Do Perform hands-on carpentry: framing (floors, walls, decks), finish trim (crown, base, casing), and cabinetry installation Lead demolition, rough framing, and punch list completion Supervise and inspect trade partner work across all disciplines — electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, drywall, painting, and masonry Read and execute from detailed architectural plans Manage job site schedule, budget adherence, and daily documentation Serve as the on-site point of contact for homeowners throughout each project What We're Looking For 5+ years of experience in residential remodeling (not new construction) Strong finish carpentry and cabinetry installation skills Proven ability to manage a job site independently Comfortable reading architectural and construction plans Excellent communication skills — with clients, subcontractors, and an in-house design team Organized, accountable, and professional A genuine pride in the finished product Why Synergy Local focus — we work only in Reston and nearby NoVA communities In-house design team — plans and materials are finalized before you arrive on site Quality over speed — always Stable, year-round work — no seasonal layoffs, no slowdowns No weekends — consistent Monday–Friday schedule #J-18808-Ljbffr