Senior Construction Supervisor

About the role

The Senior Construction Supervisor reports to the Construction Superintendent and is responsible for the management, organization and supervision of the fieldwork performed by Habitat for Humanity of Omaha (HFHO) construction staff, subcontractors, and volunteers on their assigned projects. The principal objective of the position is to lead and teach construction staff and volunteers through the safe and efficient construction of quality, residential homes.

The Senior Construction Supervisor serves as a leader, teacher, and builder who helps bring Habitat Omaha's mission to life. Through safe construction practices, team development, volunteer engagement, and quality craftsmanship, this role helps ensure every Habitat home is built with care, integrity, and purpose. By leading people and projects effectively, the Senior Construction Supervisor helps create homes that provide strength, stability, and self-reliance for families across our community.

Responsibilities

• Oversee two or more active residential construction projects as needed.
• Manage projects according to established schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
• Analyze blueprints, construction documents, and project requirements to develop efficient construction plans.
• Prepare short-term project schedules and coordinate upcoming work with Construction leadership and project management teams.
• Ensure materials, tools, and equipment are available and ready before each phase of construction begins.
• Monitor project progress and communicate potential schedule impacts, risks, or delays.
• Lead, train, and mentor construction staff on Habitat Omaha construction processes, procedures, and best practices.
• Supervise the work of employees, volunteers, subcontractors, and other jobsite participants.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities to team members.
• Conduct performance discussions and help identify growth opportunities for staff.
• Foster a collaborative, positive, and mission-focused team culture.
• Promote and model Habitat Omaha safety practices and OSHA standards on every jobsite.
• Ensure construction staff have the knowledge and training needed to maintain safe work environments.
• Train staff to respond appropriately to accidents, injuries, and safety concerns.
• Support documentation and reporting of safety incidents and corrective actions.
• Help maintain a culture where safety is everyone's responsibility.
• Oversee construction activities to ensure compliance with Habitat Omaha standards, building plans, applicable codes, and industry best practices.
• Conduct quality checks throughout the building process.
• Maintain organized, efficient, and professional jobsites.
• Ensure required paperwork, inspections, and documentation are completed accurately and on time.
• Identify opportunities to improve construction methods, quality, efficiency, and project outcomes.
• Coordinate labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and volunteer resources to maximize efficiency.
• Protect Habitat Omaha's tools, equipment, vehicles, and building materials.
• Practice good stewardship of organizational resources.
• Support cost control efforts through effective planning and utilization of people and materials.
• Construction projects stay on schedule, within budget, and meet quality expectations.