NC, Matthews - Construction Manager

Duties:

• Requests Building/Other Permits for projects
• Strong carpentry skills or possess basis of carpentry knowledge with willingness to assimilate and learn from seasoned volunteer construction team.
• Schedules inspections for projects
• Directs all sub-contractors: Grading, Foundation, Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC, and Drywall
• Manages construction in the field.
• Insures property lines, house, driveways are properly located and marked.
• Directs all clearing, grading and site preparation.
• Schedules the pouring of foundations or slabs as appropriate.
• Insure signage for sponsors and donors are prepared and installed.
• Insures each site has posted house plans, inspection permits, first aid kit, insurance waivers, and drinking water.
• Insures dumpsters and port-o-lets are on site.
• Insures that power is provided to the sites.
• Schedules timely delivery of supplies and materials to build sites.
• Develops and updates take off list for construction materials.
• Orders all “Gift in Kind” (GIK) materials.
• Insures that all architectural drawings in compliance with code and current construction methods.
• Tracks construction cost and codes construction invoices.
• Maintain warehouse and monitors warehouse inventory and supplies.
• Oversees punch-out and warranty work.
• Purchases tools, equipment and supplies.
• Establishes relationships with In-Kind donors to supply the build sites the appropriate quantities on a timely basis.
• Schedules the construction of houses based on the availability of building sites, families, and sponsor groups as directed by the Executive Director and Director of Operations
• Keeps informed about construction standards, “Best Practices” as defined by HFHI, local code requirements, and zoning procedures.
• Responsible for evaluating the appropriateness of property for construction, submits rezoning and subdivision applications along with variance requests, and attends external meetings as necessary.
• Approves and immediately communicates any changes to building methods, code requirements and punch list or inspection “lessons learned”.
• Insures that all house plans are correct, current, complete and available.
• Provides direction and support to the Building Committee.
• Insures that new houses constructed meet System Vision, Energy Star, and USGBC LEED standards.
• Insures that volunteers on the construction sites are informed concerning safety, and construction procedures.
• Oversees other Habitat programs such as: NRI “A Brush with Kindness”, “Weatherization”, “Critical Home Repair”, and “Rehab”
• Identifies and Manages periodic deconstruction projects

Career Path Core Competencies:

Communication

• Effectively conveys GMHFH message in both written and verbal business development discussions.
• Facilitates team and client meetings effectively.
• Keeps team well informed of changes within the organization and general corporate news.
• Effectively communicates relevant project information to superiors.
• Delivers engaging, informative, well organized presentations.
• Resolves and/or escalates issues in a timely fashion.
• Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully.

Technical Understanding

• Understands use of MS-Office and modern communication modes.
• Possesses a thorough understanding of affiliate capabilities.
• Maintains awareness of new and emerging technologies and the potential application on client engagements.
• Provides focused insight for financial management applications.

Professional Qualities:

Leadership

• Challenges others to develop as leaders while serving as a role model and mentor.
• Manages the development of team by ensuring, when possible, that project tasks are in line with each Innovator’s career interests.
• Inspires coworkers to attain goals and pursue excellence.
• Identifies opportunities for improvements and makes constructive suggestions for change.
• Manages the process of innovative change effectively.
• Remains on the forefront of emerging industry practices.

Teamwork

• Consistently acknowledges and appreciates each team member’s contributions.
• Effectively utilizes each team member to his/her fullest potential.
• Motivates teams to work together in the most efficient manner.
• Keeps track of lessons learned and shares those lessons with team members.

Organizational Responsibilities:

Innovator Development

• Conducts effective performance evaluations and mentors those with less experience through formal channels.
• Seeks and participates in development opportunities above and beyond training required by us.
• Trains other Innovators and clients through both formal and informal training programs.
• Encourages more junior Innovators to take responsibility for their development within the company.
• Challenges fellow Innovators to progress toward their professional development goals.

Internal Operations

• Suggests areas for improvement in internal processes along with possible solutions.
• Leads internal teams/task forces.
• Approves team members’ time and expense reports in a conscientious and timely manner.
• Complies with and helps to enforce standard policies and procedures.
• Provides Leadership and Strategic Planning support.