Temporary Construction Lead

Position: Temporary Construction Lead with the possibility of Permanent Position

Reports to:

· Construction Site Manager/Construction Committee Chair

Hours / Pay:

· Monday - Friday

· Some Weekends

· $30-$35 Depending on experience

Qualifications:

· High School Education, Professional or proven experience in residential building construction, proven management/leadership abilities.

Requirements/Skills:

· Must be goal-driven, results-oriented and committed to the organization’s goal to build quality, affordable homes.

· Must understand the mission, history, values, and goals of HfHMC.

· Must demonstrate strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

· The ability to work effectively as a team member with staff and volunteers from all races, faiths and backgrounds is essential.

· Must have a considerable background in residential home construction and an absolute commitment to job safety.

Responsibilities:

· Oversee all aspects of Habitat for Humanity Mason County construction process in a way that utilizes staff, volunteer labor and materials to produce quality homes in a safe affordable manner.

· Position will include scheduling, planning, procurement, collaborating with subcontractors, site selection, working with architects, zoning, building permits, site management and the unique opportunity of working with volunteers.

Construction Preparation

· Collaborate with Director of Operations / Program manager and Construction Committee to identify potential building sites.

· Collaborate with the Director of Operations / Program manager to develop an overall construction plan for each build season.

· Work with Program Manager to obtain usable blueprints for HfHMC's use.

· Adjust the building plan as needed to ensure site and family requirements are met.

· Maintain working drawings with adjustments. (mark up’s)

· Develop detailed schedules for each project.

· Be familiar with HfHI requirements and suggestions regarding building.

· Advocate for accessible and energy-efficient housing and explore new construction methods and new building materials.

· Required skills include but are not limited to:

o Pour Foundations, Framing, trim work, cabinetry, counters, porches, walls, siding, windows, and all aspects of building a house.

Construction Management

· Lead professional and volunteer construction personnel.

· Utilize existing skilled persons maximizing benefit.

· Identify, train, support and manage volunteer construction.

· Provide training opportunities for volunteer construction.

· Develop and maintain an overall plan for construction.

· Collaborate with committee chairs and affiliate staff to ensure that volunteers and partner families are productively involved in the construction process.

· Work closely with the Volunteer Coordinator to apprise him/her of volunteer and skill needs and cooperate with scheduling of volunteer groups.

· Attend special events and conferences as appropriate

· Collaborate with leaders to implement safety programs and assure staff or volunteer leader has licensure or credentials needed for specific duties (when required).

· Maintain a Competent person training by HfHI.

Construction Procedure

· Release contracts to subs and insure timely and accurate completion

· Order inspections and ensure that houses are built to code.

· Use in-kind material and labor when possible.

· Provide updates regarding estimated completion dates.

· Responsible for projects until 100% complete and sold to homeowner.

· Responsible for warranty work including sub work, improper drainage, and appliances.

· Oversee the final walk through with partner family, assure punch lists are completed.

Materials and Labor Procurement

· Ensure timely clear communication with contractors and vendors.

· Develop working relationships.

· Responsible for collaborating with Director of Operations / Program manager to order the correct quantity and have materials delivered on time.

· Maintain connections with suppliers

· Negotiate prices and timelines for sub-contracted labor and materials, use bidding process when applicable and oversee quality control.

· Organize, inventory, and maintain the affiliates trailers and tools.

Additional Responsibilities:

· Collaborate with the Director of Operations / Chief Operating Officer to prepare an annual budget for home construction.

· Make informational presentations to churches, business, civic organizations, and other volunteer groups as needed.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Experience:

• Construction: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $35