Home Preservation Project Manager

About the role

The Home Preservation Project Manager oversees all aspects of owner-occupied repair projects—from initial assessment through completion. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to quality standards, while fostering a safe and inclusive environment for homeowners, staff, volunteers, and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home assessments, develop scopes of work, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Forecast third-party activities to help achieve annual team goals.
• Ensure all required paperwork is on file for contractors.
• Work with Home Preservation Navigator to understand the family’s needs.
• Collaborate with internal staff for grant reporting and tracking needs.
• Ensure Home Preservation procurement aligns with applicable funding standards.
• Help develop new processes and offerings to better serve homeowners.
• Initiate and oversee the bid process for materials and/or subcontractors for assigned projects.
• Maintain a listing of active contractors, including contact information by trade.
• Utilize project management system(s) for bidding and procurement.
• Approve vendor/subcontractor invoicing.
• Track project budgets and expenses, monitoring for cost control opportunities.
• Assist in procuring supplies to support event activities as needed.
• Monitor third-party projects for timely completion.
• Implement and manage quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with funding requirements.
• Annually review contractors for the bidding process and expand the contractor network to support growth.
• Manage annual Rock the Block events and all associated field work/volunteer activities.

Requirements

• Adhere to a policy of open communication and an inclusive atmosphere.
• College degree in a related field preferred.
• Three or more years of experience in construction planning and working with people.
• Understands and believes in the Habitat for Humanity philosophy.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently without supervision.
• Ability to speak and hear to exchange detailed information verbally in person, by telephone, email, or at community meetings.
• Able to lift 40 pounds.
• Promote the highest level of professionalism and ethics.
• Demonstrate ability to use commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
• Convey clear, concise information to others using verbal or other appropriate communication techniques.
• Complete formal training plan and assignments as required.
• Treat others in a nondiscriminatory, lawful, and ethical manner, respecting differences among people and the value they bring.

Benefits

• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid long-term disability
• Voluntary life insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)