Position: Construction Project Manager

Reports to: Executive Director

Typical Work Week: Monday – Friday, with occasional additional days/times

Status: Full-time, exempt

Organization Description:

Central Valley Habitat for Humanity located in Bridgewater, Virginia, is a locally-run affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, a nonprofit ecumenical Christian housing organization. Habitat for Humanity’s mission is “Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat brings people together to build homes, community and hope.” 

Our vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live. We build homes that are sold to qualifying families with a price structure so that no more than 30% of household income is used for a mortgage payment.

Central Valley Habitat is experiencing substantial growth and development with an aggressive growth plan to continue to increase the number of families we serve throughout the foreseeable future. We seek to make a long-term impact on the supply of affordable housing throughout Rockingham County and Harrisonburg, and in the lives of Habitat homeowners. We offer a low-stress working environment with a generous PTO policy.

Job Description:

The Project Manager must possess excellent interpersonal skills and a thorough, demonstrated knowledge of affordable residential construction including knowledge of building materials, and understanding of subcontractor work and requirements, job safety requirements, construction management and organizational skills. In addition, the Project Manager must have experience working with volunteers. 

Qualifications include proficiency in using Word, Excel, and Outlook and adaptability to the use of scheduling and management software.

The Project Manager must have excellent verbal and written communication skills in individual and group settings, a valid driver’s license, and a willingness to work well with a diverse range of people. A positive attitude, capable leadership, and adaptability to changing priorities are necessary for success in this position. The Project Manager must be committed to the Habitat mission to eliminate poverty housing one house at a time by building simple, decent housing in partnership with families in need in Rockingham County and Harrisonburg. 

Job Duties:

• Ensure all projects are completed on schedule, according to contractual conditions and within budget;
• Coordinate with the Building and Site Committee the development of plans that are appropriate to the guidelines of Habitat for Humanity International, the partner family selected for the house and the specific building site;
• Coordinate with the Resource Development Director/Committee to partner with contractors for in-kind donations;
• Procure competitive bids from area subcontractors and suppliers – a minimum of two bids wherever possible;
• Develop a house construction schedule including volunteer work days and coordinate each stage of construction to ensure that construction is completed on schedule;
• Implement appropriate safety practices and consistently reinforce the importance of job safety with the volunteers;
• Communicate on a regular basis with the Executive Director and Building and Site Committee to report progress and any problems that may arise;
• Prepare a monthly progress report for the Board of Directors and attend Board meetings when requested;
• Review all construction-related invoices and approve for payment – submit all invoices to the Executive Director no later than the last day of each month;
• Conduct a walk-through with the partner family prior to closing and coordination correction of any defects or any items on the punch list requiring attention and provides oversight for all punch list completion;
• Coordinate completion of all warranty work reported within one year of the sale of the house;
• Attend groundbreaking and dedication ceremonies for the house;
• Coordinate regularly and collaborate with Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator and Site Supervisor with regard to volunteer needs, recruitment, training, scheduling and oversight;
• Work onsite as needed to meet deadlines or when additional volunteer supervision is necessary;
• Obtain appropriate permits and surveys for sites;
• Communicate with Homeowner Services Manager regarding house specifics;
• Oversee all areas of construction to ensure that all homes are built to Earthcraft Standards and CFHFH specifications;
• Ensure that proper materials and tools are available on-site;
• Review the house plan with the homeowner and solicit input;
• Conduct house completion training sessions with homeowners for the effective implementation of long-term maintenance;
• Maintain order and upkeep of the construction warehouse;
• Ensure that assigned project sites are safe, clean and orderly at the end of each workday; and 
• Understand the need to balance critical path objectives with maximized volunteer engagement.

Physical Demands: Strenuous activity requiring ability to sit, stand, walk, carry, push, pull, lift 50 pounds, climb and bend.  

Must be fluent in spoken and written English. Bilingual a plus! 

At least 5 years of professional experience in residential construction, preferably with at least 3 years completing similar tasks as outlined in the job duties list.

To apply, send resume and cover letter to [email protected] or apply directly on Indeed or LinkedIn. Deadline for submissions is November 15.