Construction Project Manager

Habitat SHR seeks a professional, goal-oriented, detail-oriented Construction Project Manager to support the affiliate's Construction Manager and Home Repair Manager in meeting all annual goals.

Habitat for Humanity of South Hampton Roads (Habitat SHR) is an independent affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International.  Habitat SHR's office is located at 900 Tidewater Drive, Norfolk.

Habitat SHR's mission is to create housing solutions that strengthen families and communities in South Hampton Roads.  This is accomplished by two independent yet complementary initiatives:

1. Building safe, decent, and affordable homes that empower low-income families to achieve their dream of homeownership.
2. Making essential home repairs and providing ADA accessibility for income-constrained South Hampton Roads seniors, disabled, and/or Veteran homeowners to keep them Warm, Safe, and Dry in their homes.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

1.    Program Coordination: Oversee all functions of planning and execution of all construction projects, including:

• Ownership of all timelines
• Work with the Construction Manager to determine material lists and delivery dates
• Retain and grow vendor base
• Certify invoices and bills for payment and assign budget codes
• Request proposals/bids from subcontractors.  With the Construction Manager or Home Repair Manager's selection of subcontractors
• Draft subcontractor contracts
• Obtain and retain all required documents
• Submit all requests for temporary utility services
• Submit all inspection and permitting requests
• Manage construction department's credit cards
• Draft bi-monthly construction and home repair staff reports
• Work with the Volunteer Coordinator on volunteer requirements and scheduling

2.  Financial Management: Assist with budget tracking and reporting for all construction projects.  Accountable for all document retention and project close-outs.  Assist, as required, in the preparation of grant applications.

3. Safety and Compliance: Ensure all projects comply with safety regulations and Habitat for Humanity's standards.  Promote a culture of safety among volunteers and staff.

4. Volunteer Management: Work with the Development Manager to ensure all volunteers have a positive and productive experience.

5. Community Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with community partners, local business, and stakeholders to enhance program visibility and support.

6. Home Repairs: When required, conduct assessments of homes to determine repair needs and eligibility for the program.  Provide exceptional customer service to clients, addressing concerns and ensuring service satisfaction.

7. Committees: Staff lead of the construction committee.  Member of the land acquisition team.

Traits and Qualifications:

The ideal candidate excels in building strong relationships, is results-oriented, is an excellent problem solver, and a strong project manager.  Additionally, they will possess/have:

1. Minimal of five years of construction and/or program management.
2. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with project management software.
3. Experience working with volunteers or non-profit operations.
4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
5. A good working knowledge of construction practices is a plus.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

1. Work some nights and weekends as necessary to attend meetings and events.
2. Must have access to reliable transportation and the ability to travel to local meetings, community events, and build sites.  This role requires day trips within the Tidewater area.
3. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
4. Some lifting to 40 pounds may be required.
5. This role is an in-person office-based position in our Norfolk, Virginia offices.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job.  It should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.

How to Apply

Candidates interested in making a difference by joining a great team with a mission of providing affordable housing solutions for low-income families should send a cover letter and resume to humanresources@shrhabitat.org.  Please type "Construction Project Manager" in the subject line.

Please, no phone calls.

Habitat for Humanity is an equal opportunity employer.  All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.