Construction Supervisor

About the role

Habitat for Humanity of Tuscaloosa seeks an experienced full time Construction Supervisor. The position is in person and requires the employee to work occasional Saturdays, no Sundays.

Responsibilities

• Lead / instruct / supervise volunteers in construction tasks.
• Ensure volunteers are safe, productive, and have a positive experience.
• Respond to specific skills and interests of individual volunteers.
• Foster positive homeowner / volunteer interactions, include homeowners-in-process.
• Operate with involvement balance appropriate for each task (self-performing vs. working with vs. hands-off).
• Use knowledge and expertise to oversee and / or perform all aspects of home construction and repairs.
• Help manage contractor work supplied by licensed trades or other outside contractors.
• Oversee quality control for all aspects of construction and home repairs.
• Communicate with Construction Director regarding on-site issues, updates about subcontractors, materials, deliveries, schedules, inspections, etc.
• Organize site and tool trailer to be clean and functional.
• Use materials efficiently, keep properly stored, return unused materials.
• Set and meet specific goals for critical tasks.
• Find ways to finish houses efficiently (no punch-list).
• Applicants must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. and to work full days outside during all types of weather.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Prepare sites daily before volunteers arrive to ensure productive day.
• Plan task list and material lists for following day and week.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years' similar experience, 5 years preferred
• Preferred carpentry course graduate
• Valid Drivers' License

Pay

$40,000 - $70,000/yr. (based on experience)