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Construction Manager

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Commerce, GA, USA
Full-time

To manage Jackson County Habitat for Humanity (JCHFH)’s new house construction and repair programs that utilizes volunteer labor, and produces quality homes for low-income families in a safe affordable manner.

Work Experience: At least one year of experience in new house construction management, or equivalent experience.

Aptitudes: Ability to coordinate the construction of single family dwellings with volunteers and contractors; ability to supervise and manage staff/volunteers/contractors; ability to lift 80 lbs. or more; ability to operate company vehicles, construction tools and equipment; interest in working with disadvantaged families.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Coordinate activities of new house construction, including but not limited to:
    • Purchase construction materials, tools and equipment,
    • hire subcontractors where needed,
    • pull appropriate permits and call for inspections, and
    • oversee new house construction.
  • Serve as staff liaison for Construction Committee, attends board and executive committee meetings when necessary.
  • Ability to work Saturday’s
  • Prepare sites for construction, including clearing and foundation work.
  • Assist homeowners in the following activities, including but not limited to:
    • monitor sweat equity hours when on site,
    • educating homeowners in routine house maintenance,
    • conducting punch list for closing,
    • conducting warranty work.
  • Coordinate volunteers ranging from beginner to skilled in construction tasks.
  • Organize experienced volunteers to lead work groups.
  • Responsible for quality control, including review of contractor and volunteer work.
  • Responsible for safety at construction site, including but not limited to:
    • implementation of emergency plan,
    • ensure that equipment and tools are in good working condition,
    • train volunteers in safety practices, and
    • monitor volunteers, including minors, to ensure safe use of tools and equipment according to age, skill and OSHA and HFHI regulations.
  • Work with ED to set project budgets for houses and make adjustments accordingly.
  • Review billing statements and authorize payment accordingly.
  • Executes pertinent responsibilities of fiscal policies, i.e. credit card.
  • Work with ED to obtain in-kind donations of material and services.
  • Maintain order and upkeep of construction storage.
  • Represent JCHFH at events, and attend conferences/trainings as needed with associated travel.
  • Supports the mission and programs of JCHFH.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.
Educational Background: 
Degree in Construction Management, or equivalent work experience; general contractor’s license preferred, or the ability to obtain one.
Job Function: 

Organization Info

Habitat for Humanity International

Overview
Headquarters: 
Americus, GA, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1987
About Us
Mission: 

Habitat for Humanity believes that every man, woman and child should have a decent, safe and affordable place to live. We build and repair houses all over the world using volunteer labor and donations. Our partner families purchase these houses through no-profit, no-interest mortgage loans or innovative financing methods. As a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian ministry that builds with people in need regardless of race or religion, we welcome volunteers and supporters from all backgrounds.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
May 1 2019
Active Until: 
Jun 1 2019
Hiring Organization: 
Habitat for Humanity International
industry: 
Nonprofit