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Construction Manager

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Newark, NJ, USA
Full-time

The Construction Manager will be responsible for all construction related activities for HFHGN including new construction, rehab and critical repair projects and brush with kindness projects. He/She will also be responsible for administrative tasks related to land acquisition, construction, permits and licenses, subcontractors and upkeep of vacant lots. The Construction Manager will work closely with the CEO and Director of Finance and Operations to ensure that safety is maintained at all times and that our volunteers have a safe and rewarding experience.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Responsible for maintaining proper filing of all construction related documents from Permits to surveys, titles and Certificate of Occupancy etc.
  • Coordinate the obtaining of permits and certificates of occupancy from respective cities/townships in Essex/Hudson and Union Counties.
  • Assist the CEO and DOF by maintaining the Spend-out sheets and Budget vs Actual Variance Analysis for all active building projects.
  • Draft the Vendor Check Request forms for Construction related purchases and provide all receipts and documentations to the bookkeeper on an ongoing basis.
  • Maintain and expand the list of qualified subcontractors including (but not limited to) architects, engineers, surveyors, environmental consultants, excavators, masons, carpenters, plumbers, electricians, roofers, HVAC, asbestos and lead remediation, mold remediation and all other construction subcontractors.
  • Work with NR Coordinator and PSEG Partners on Critical Repairs for the Comfort Partners Program and other NR repairs.
  • Oversee Site Supervisor and volunteers at the job site.
  • Request title run-downs and other documents to help ensure that the construction or rehab/repair projects continue to move forward in a timely manner.
  • Work with Energy Star/LEED consultants to ensure properties are in compliance as needed.
  • Work with Volunteer Coordinator to schedule Volunteers and Corporate groups to work on the job sites.
  • Take the Competent Person training required by HFHI and maintain OSHA certification.
  • Ensure that all current Certificates of Insurances from sub-contractors are obtained and kept on file for the Workmen’s Comp insurance.
  • Attend Court Dates for any violations of property/Vacant lots.
  • Maintain on-going contracts for landscaping and cleaning of vacant lots and conduct regular inspections of vacant lots and properties under construction.
  • Order all construction materials as needed and ensure that compliance posters/permits etc. are posted on every job site as required and that the safety of the job sites is maintained at all times.
  • Assist the Family Services Coordinator in tracking Sweat Equity Hours for Partner Families by regularly submitting sign in forms.
Educational Background: 
College degree desired. Prior experience in a non-profit environment preferred, but not required.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite with advanced knowledge of Word and Excel.
  • Must have excellent organization skills and prior residential construction experience is a must (at least 5 years of residential experience and expertise in carpentry work)
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work with title companies/attorneys as needed
  • This is a full-time position, approximately 37.5 hours a week. (Tuesday – Saturday 8am-4pm). The candidate will have to travel across Essex, Union and Hudson Counties depending on the active construction projects and on rare occasions some work on Sundays/evenings maybe required. The candidate needs to have a NJ state issued valid driver’s license. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
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: 
Sep 29 2018
Active Until: 
Oct 30 2018
Hiring Organization: 
Habitat for Humanity International
industry: 
Nonprofit