Construction Manager

Construction Manager Rockford Area Habitat for Humanity - 3.5 Loves Park, IL Job Details Full-time $55,000 - $62,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits 401(k) 3% Match Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Teamwork Volunteer management Construction schedule coordination Schedule management Continuous improvement Team management Zoning regulations Construction team management Permitting phase involvement

Full Job Description Job Summary:

To coordinate and manage the annual house-building projects for the affiliate, while working with a broad-based team of volunteers, vendors, prospective homeowner families, and affiliate team members.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Project Management

• To act as the primary point of contact for all affiliate construction needs; including new construction, rehab, recycle, Critical Home Repair, and warranty projects.
• Create project budget for each housing unit, manage budget and ensure the final project is within scope
• Be responsible for planning, ordering, and scheduling the timely delivery of all appropriate building materials to ensure a smooth workflow.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all building inspections, while ensuring that all local building codes and compliance requirements are adhered to.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all subcontractors and vendors, coordinating the competitive bid process, approving quotes and final invoicing.
• Request in-kind materials and labor from vendors and subcontractors
• Coordinate construction project schedules and timelines with the volunteer building site teams.
• Manage the ComEd Affordable Housing New Construction program to ensure 100% compliance
• Comply with all local, state, and federal code requirements and follow all Habitat for Humanity International requirements.
• Serve as the affiliate Competent Person
• Serve as the Safety expert for the affiliate, always adhering to HFHI'S safety policy Teamwork and Communication
• Be proactive advocate of the Habitat for Humanity mission of helping to provide safe and affordable housing to deserving families in the Rockford market.
• Work closely with the affiliate Executive Director in set the vision for the construction program and manage overall budget
• Work closely with Community Engagement Manager, Home and Family Services Manager, Development Manager, Communications Manager, and ReStore Director to ensure collaboration and communication.
• Establish close communication lines with all building site leaders, ensuring work is getting completed efficiently and effectively.
• Be a positive representative and advocate for the affiliate with all business partners and vendors.
• Bring a positive outlook and respect to all working relationships, especially when working with our broad base of volunteers.
• Establish a strong, compassionate, and caring relationship with all Habitat homeowners.
• Attend staff and volunteer meetings, board meetings, and committee meetings as required.
• Manage the Construction Committee and participate in site selection committee. Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities Required
• Must have 5 or more years of construction management experience
• Must have a commitment to the Habitat mission and uphold its values and ethics.
• Must have strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must have the ability to work effectively as a team leader and a team member and staff and volunteers.
• Must have a strong commitment to safety at all worksites
• Must be comfortable planning, procurement, scheduling, working with subcontractors, zoning, building permits, and identifying sites for future builds.
• Must be an effective team member, with the ability to see the broad goal of projects

Competencies:

Service:

A willingness and ability to help and support all partners by consistently providing timely and courteous service to meet their needs; demonstrating love in action.

Teamwork:

A willingness and demonstrated skill in working collaboratively to accomplish goals and objectives while building and maintaining constructive partnerships

Stewardship:

Demonstrating careful and intentional use of all HFHI resources, including time, money, information, relationships, and materials in a way that exhibits accountability for individual outcomes as well as outcomes of the whole organization.

• Continuous improvement: Demonstrating the ability to maintain effectiveness in a changing environment, constantly seeking to improve products, processes, and services to accomplish the mission.

Respect for others:

Demonstrating respect for the inherent dignity of others; recognizing the strength that comes through partnering with individuals who have perspectives and experiences different from their own.

Pay:

$55,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) 3% Match 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person