THE MAC TEAM

One Team Under One Roof

Everybody at MAC design + build, from the owners to the architects to the construction clean-up crew is on the same team – your team. We are all accountable for meeting your expectations.

  • Derek Leiter, Principal
  • Jaya Tracey, Chief Operations Officer
  • Steven Chapman, Marketing
  • Benjamin Carstoiu, Architect, NCARB

      Derek Leiter

      Owner and Vice President

      Derek’s responsibility at MAC design + build is business development — sales, estimating and design, however, his role is to take clients to wherever their goals are for their projects. He is the first person to meet with clients and the one who drives the entire project, assembling teams, assigning project managers, and staying in touch with the client on a weekly basis.

      "We approach our business from a customer service point of view, not as a usual contractor," he says. "We consider it a privilege to work on each customer’s home, and enjoy helping people and creating beautiful designs."

      Derek studied physics and engineering in college, but always returned to his love of architectural style. He worked for more than 15 years, selling home improvement products and remodeling services and learning the various trades involved, before co-founding MAC design + build. He is married with two daughters and enjoys volleyball, wine tasting and international travel.

      Jaya Tracey

      Chief Operations Officer

      Jaya Tracey serves as the Chief Operations Officer, bringing more than 15 years of experience in operations, finance, and project management. She has built a reputation for optimizing business processes, strengthening financial performance, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals.

      Jaya holds both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Business Administration (MBA), combining a strong academic foundation with practical leadership expertise. Her strategic approach and commitment to operational excellence have enabled her to drive efficiency, foster collaboration, and support sustainable business growth.

      Beyond her professional career, Jaya is passionate about giving back to her community through her volunteer work with Central Virginia Burn Camp, where she supports programs that empower and inspire youth burn survivors.