The Construction Manager is responsible to maximize the annual impact on the families served in Central Berkshire County, Massachusetts through providing shelter that includes new builds, rehabs, critical home repairs, and Veteran Builds. This individual leads the overall construction planning, budgeting, resourcing, and on-site construction for all build projects. This role ensures project completions at the highest standards of excellence within the required timeframes and budgets. The Construction Manager works with the Executive Director, Building Committee, and other support organizations to meet the needs of new homeowners.
Founded in 1992, Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity is part of a global, nonprofit housing organization that builds strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter. As of fall 2015, we have built and rehabilitated 29 homes for 37 families in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.
Berkshire Habitat for Humanity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Develop construction and build plans that meet code, meet homeowner needs, fit within budgeted resources, and meet environmental standards.
- Collaborate with Construction Committee and Executive Director on key decisions and progress, and with the Volunteer Coordinator on volunteer resources.
- Review development of site plans and respective building plans with appropriate third-party experts.
- Establish specific total development cost budget by line item and timeline for construction and manage expense budget.
- Solicit and procure building materials through vendor bidding process and through donations.
- Provide direction and support to on-site construction leaders and teams. Ensure that site leaders have the instructions and support to successfully complete projects.
- Train and supervise all staff, volunteer on-site construction supervisors, and Vista/AmeriCorp members, with strong emphasis on safety.
- Provide on-site leadership and hands-on building support when needed.
- Demonstrated ability to plan and lead multiple construction projects at the same time.
- Substantial knowledge of residential construction needed to oversee all aspects of building projects
- Construction Supervisor License required
- Ability to apply construction knowledge to scheduling, coordinating, and participating in general construction work activities
- Basic mathematical aptitude to calculate building, area, and volume measurements, quantities, etc.
- Significant experience leading, managing, supervising, and motivating individuals, teams, and other leaders
- Effective interpersonal communication skills, including written and verbal capabilities and practice of keeping all stakeholders informed
- Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds
- Ability to plan, schedule, prioritize, coordinate, delegate, and manage multiple work activities
- Ability to read and interpret standard residential construction blueprints and specifications
- Flexibility regarding work assignments and work hours