Company & Location: Foster Remodeling Solutions, Inc. - Northern VA Service Area, Headquarters: Lorton, VA
Job Description:
Foster Remodeling Solutions (FRS) is actively searching for a Lead Carpenter kitchen & bath specialist to join our team, offering long-term stability and comprehensive benefits. If you're a quality-driven professional with a strong work ethic and a passion for delivering excellence in craftsmanship to a company that values its clients, employees, and reputation, we encourage you to apply. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about refining their skills and playing a key role in the continued success of our well-established design-build firm which has been doing business for over 40 years in the Northern Virginia area.
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Job Duties:
- Supervise residential remodels from foundation work to final inspections.
- Manage kitchen and bathroom remodeling projects, overseeing inspections, subcontractors, and support staff to ensure smooth progress, client satisfaction, and adherence to budget constraints.
- Install materials according to contract specifications and plans across all construction phases.
- Meet project deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Read and interpret plans/blueprints accurately to bring them to fruition.
- Perform various carpentry tasks including demolition, framing, drywall installation, trim work, cabinetry installation, tile work, and accessories.
- Handle floor assemblies including underlayment, uncoupling/crack isolation membrane, and heated floor systems.
- Coordinate subcontractors, inspections, and material orders for efficient project management.
- Adhere to company construction standards and local building codes.
- Establish trust with clients through clear communication throughout the remodeling process.
- Enforce onsite COVID-19 protocols and site protections such as mask-wearing and handwashing.
- Maintain a clean and safe job site, ensuring it is left "broom clean" daily.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to crews and apprentice carpenters.
Required Skills:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Familiarity with city and county building code regulations.
- Proficient in installation of both framed and frameless cabinetry.
- Expertise in tiling designs and installation methods.
- Proficiency in painting techniques.
- Experience in floor assemblies, including underlayment, uncoupling/crack isolation membrane, and heated floor systems.
- Skilled in preparing surfaces for tiling and installing waterproofing materials.
- Ability to cut and align tiles accurately to achieve even and precise patterns.
- Proficient in grouting and sealing floors.
- Specialization in decorative and elaborate tile projects for floors, walls, showers, tub surrounds, backsplashes, and accent pieces.
- Strong carpentry, project management, and multitasking abilities.
- Capability to lead and mentor apprentice carpenters.
- Competence in overseeing, managing, and scheduling subcontractors and suppliers.
- Detail-oriented and self-motivated with a consistent track record of meeting deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Capacity to manage projects in addition to performing carpentry tasks.
- Physical stamina for tasks involving climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
- Ability to lift 80 pounds or more.
- Possession of reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
- Provision of personal tools and equipment.
- Proficiency in English is crucial for maintaining a secure construction working environment and facilitating effective client communication.
- (El dominio del inglés es fundamental para mantener un ambiente de trabajo seguro en el sitio de construcción y facilitar la comunicación efectiva con el cliente.)
Desirable Skills:
- Have, or previously held, a general contractors license.
- Lead Safe Certification or other industry related certifications are a plus.
- Some trade/carpentry school.
- Background in residential electrical and plumbing.
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
Compensation & Benefits:
- Compensation- $34-$40/hr., based on experience + bonuses
- Company Training.
- Educational Assistance.
- Project performance/change order bonuses.
- Tool purchase assistance.
- Paid vacation/holidays/sick leave.
- Medical, dental & vision insurances with company contribution.
- Short/Long Term Disability.
- 401K + Matching.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Employee/subcontractor referral bonuses available.
About Us:
FRS is an established Northern Virginia Full-Scale Design/Build residential remodeling contractor with over 41 years of experience. Our proven process guarantees clients' Peace of Mind while achieving their remodeling dreams. Explore our website to see our completed work and read testimonials showcasing our commitment to quality.
We perform most work in-house, providing a 5-year warranty. Our fully appointed selection center offers cabinets, countertops, plumbing fixtures, lighting, flooring, and tile, providing a one-stop shopping experience with competitive pricing.
The honest fine print
We're a drug-free workplace; employment includes a background check and participation in our Drug-Free Workplace Program, as permitted by applicable law.
Foster Remodeling Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and consider every qualified applicant, and we're committed to a fair, respectful workplace for everyone on our crew.
Ready to build something that lasts?
Apply now! Please don't call the office; submit your résumé online first and we'll take it from there.
Application Instructions: Please submit your resume and any questions by email only. To help us keep the hiring process organized and ensure all applicants receive equal consideration, we are not able to accept text messages regarding this position.