We are looking for a service-minded, qualified individual to fill the following opening:

Construction Manager

Job Summary:

The Construction Manager position is a hands-on position that will oversee and coordinate various construction projects from start to finish, ensuring that schedules and budgets are met.  Work with and teach volunteers best building practices. Schedule subcontractors and supervise the work to ensure high quality and timely completion.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

  • Supervises each contractor and subcontractor to ensure that work meets quality standards and adheres to specifications.  

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Provides leadership in the initial planning stage by collaborating with architects, engineers, or other involved parties; develops detailed description of jobs and materials necessary to complete project.  
  • Schedules and coordinates projects in logical steps and budgets the time necessary to meet each deadline.   
  • Ensures adherence to the budget and, when unexpected complications or issues arise, makes quick and necessary adjustments.
  • Plans, coordinates, organizes, oversees, and directs activities regarding the construction and maintenance of assigned structures, facilities, and systems. 
  • Ensures safety standards and guidelines are followed on the job site and that all safety codes are met in construction.
  • Oversees contract negotiations, revisions and additions, and adherence by all parties.
  • Collaborates with clients, supervisory staff, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve problems, including work procedures, complaints, and construction or design issues.
  • Collaborates with Habitat staff to plan and execute build projects involving sponsors and volunteers.
  • Manages and leads actions that are necessary due to delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction sites.
  • Develops and maintains good working relationships with a variety of people, including owners, managers, designers, supervisors, tradespersons, and craft workers.  
  • Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Required Skills/Abilities: 

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
  • Thorough understanding of contracts, plans, specifications, and regulations.  
  • Ability to effectively multitask while analyzing and solving problems.
  • Thorough understanding of engineering, architectural, and other construction drawings.

Education and Experience:

  • At least five years of construction/ contracting experience required.
  • Construction Manager certification by the American Institute of Constructors or Construction Management Association of America preferred.  

Physical Requirements: 

  • Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.  
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time. 
  • May require travel.
  • Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers. 
  • Must be on-call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite. 

Interested? Please email your resume to info@habitatmonmouth.org to apply.