Construction Manager

Description

Classification

Full-time, Exempt, Salary

Remote: No

Typical hours of work: 7:15 AM – 3:15 PM; Tuesday - Saturday

Reports to

Director of Construction

Summary/Objective

The Construction Manager is responsible for overseeing construction sites assigned to them, managing direct reports, and coordinating all phases of the construction process. This role includes managing the entire build process—from the site being pinned by surveyors, through all stages of construction, to the house receiving the certificate of occupancy. The Construction Manager also assists the Director of Construction in identifying and addressing training needs for Field Supervisors and Crew Leaders.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Manage and oversee the entire construction process from site pinning to certificate of occupancy.
• Supervise multiple construction projects simultaneously.
• Coordinate with surveyors, architects, subcontractors, and trades to ensure the timely and accurate execution of all phases of the build process.
• Ensure compliance with local building codes and Habitat for Humanity standards throughout the construction process.
• Manage, coach, and evaluate direct reports.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and address any issues.
• Provide physical oversight and hands-on assistance, as necessary, during all phases of residential construction.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed by conducting safety training for volunteers and crews.
• Prepare tools, materials, and task lists for each workday.
• Assist in training Crew Leaders and Field Supervisors I and II.
• Supervise and guide volunteers, ensuring they are appropriately trained and effectively utilized.
• Secure job sites at the end of each workday and prepare for inclement weather.
• Report daily progress to the Director of Construction.
• Attend and participate in required Habitat for Humanity meetings.
• Advocate for Habitat for Humanity’s mission.

Additional Responsibilities

• Manage the build process from initial site layout and surveyor pinning to issuing the certificate of occupancy.
• Oversee inspections and ensure that all phases meet Florida Building Code requirements.
• Collaborate closely with local authorities and inspectors to facilitate the approval process.
• Coordinate final walkthroughs, punch lists, and inspections leading up to the certificate of occupancy.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Ability to effectively plan, organize and manage time to achieve targets and objectives within a set timeframe
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with other staff and develop into a customer focused team
• Ability to effectively manage and establish rapport with external customers
• Ability to analyze and make informed decisions on a day-to-day basis with guidance and support from supervisor
• Excellent prioritization skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Client oriented with a strong commitment to client services
• Excellent customer relations skills in dealing with sub-contractors, suppliers and local municipal permitting inspectors
• Ability to initiate and respond positively to change
• Demonstrated ability to be an integral part of a team oriented approach with an ability to work harmoniously and creatively with other team members
• Willingness to advocate the mission of Habitat for Humanity

Hours of Work

• The full time Construction manager works forty hours per week, typical hours are 7:15 AM to 3:15 PM, Tuesday through Saturday. Flexibility is necessary for fieldwork, evening meetings, and preparation for special events. The Construction manager is sometimes required to work on Sundays when requested and needed.

Job Requirements

• Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, and being able to communicate effectively. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Five years’ experience in residential construction, five years of supervisory experience, clear understanding of Habitat for Humanity’s mission and proven ability to train semi-skilled and unskilled volunteers. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Education: High School Equivalent, Associates Degree preferred
• Certification & Licensure Requirements: Must have valid driver’s license and maintain good driving record with reliable transportation. Must be able to drive Habitat’s vehicles
• Pre-Requisite Requirements: Ability to pass Criminal Background check, Drug Screening and Sexual Offender Check
• Language Ability: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business information. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from customers, donors, volunteers and the general public. Ability to speak English fluently and possess English written skills - Bi-lingual not required, definitely a plus.
• Math Ability: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, percentages. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Computer/Equipment Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and PROCORE
• Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift, use hands, reach with hands/arms, listen and communicate. The employee must be capable to lift and/or move 50+ pounds on a regular daily basis, frequently required to stand and walk for long extended periods of time, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in a Construction environment. On occasion, an employee may be susceptible to outside weather climate and conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee may have to work nights and weekends on occasion per the position.
• Reassignment of Office or Duties: During the course and scope of employment your duties may change from time to time as demonstrated by your abilities. In addition, you may be reassigned to one of the other offices as the need arises, either on a temporary or permanent basis.

Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside (TBG) actively recruits, employs, trains, and compensates employees regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Habitat TBG complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including workplace harassment.