Assistant Construction Superintendent

*SUMMARY:* The *Assistant Construction Superintendent* (ACS) reports directly to the Construction Superintendent (CS) and Executive Director (ED) and is responsible for assisting in managing the construction and/or rehabilitation of safe, decent, affordable housing per applicable building codes and to the technical and quality requirements of HFHNEMI.
The ACS is required to understand detailed techniques and principles of house construction from start to finish.
The CS/ACS will lead on-site construction staff, directing the activities of skilled and unskilled volunteers, and scheduling/overseeing the work of paid subcontractors.
This is a Full-Time position, including occasional weekend work.
The ACS will spend an average of at least five days per week, Monday – Friday (minimum 40-hour work week with 8-hour days) on-site or at ReStore.
Workweek duration can be extended due to projects.
*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:* * Supervise and coordinate all aspects of construction on assigned houses, including keeping house build schedules provided in start packs, making proper requests for materials, scheduling city inspections, daily on-site work, preparation (with Volunteer Coordinator) for volunteer workday activities, keeping a safe work site environment by filing weekly safety reports that include all injuries and unsafe conditions, and overall quality control.
* Supervise and coordinate all work of paid subcontractors, including scheduling, adherence to building codes and inspections, and overall quality control.
* Train and supervise all on-site volunteers, volunteers, and volunteer site supervisors in construction practices, safety, and adherence to Habitat’s guidelines and policies.
This supervision is of large groups averaging 2-10 volunteers per week.
* Serve as an excellent ambassador of HFHNEMI and its mission to volunteers and the local community.
Ensuring a positive volunteer experience and increasing the retention rate of volunteers.
* Educate on homeownership duties, including walk-throughs upon completion of construction, and evaluating on-going homeowner/community needs.
* Read and interpret building plans and specifications relative to the construction process, per building codes and requirements.
* Correct or solve problems and issues of construction that happen before and during the building of homes (e.
g.
, incorrect plan submittals, overestimation of material orders, inadequate quality control) to minimize or eliminate punch list items on the pre-move-in inspection and homeowner warranty concerns after move-in.
* Coordinate daily housekeeping and organization, including storage containers, site cleanliness, recycling bins & pick up, material reuse, and waste reduction.
* Participate in special construction projects for community fundraisers, events, or award ceremonies that involve the construction of facilities as well as attend HFHNEMI events including home dedications, Builders Blitz, Construction staff meetings, and other HFHNEMI staff functions.
*KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:* * Effective management of people, time, and resources, within large groups and across several job sites simultaneously.
* Construction knowledge and experience involves all aspects (carpentry, foundations, siding, roofing, skilled trades, finishing, painting, landscaping, etc.
) of residential construction both rehabilitation and new construction.
* Knowledge and understanding of current local requirements, Michigan Building Codes, and all other relevant Alcona, Alpena, Oscoda, Montmorency & Presque Isle County municipalities’ codes, with the ability to interpret and explain to unskilled volunteers.
* Critical thinking and troubleshooting.
* Excellent oral, written, and illustrative communication skills.
* Awareness of social/community issues (e.
g.
, poverty, affordable housing, community service, urban development etc.
) * Diversity training/experience.
Working in an environment with people of varying ethnicities, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.
* Safety/First Aid training for emergencies on-site.
* Current valid Driver’s License and work-type vehicle.
* Ability to create, sustain, and grow relationships with Habitat homeowners to instill the skills, knowledge, and pride needed for successful homeownership dynamic neighborhoods and an enduring commitment to Habitat.
*MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:* * High school graduate or GED.
* Two or more years of experience in the residential construction industry related to house construction and coordination of multiple sites/projects.
* Experience in leading and supervising unskilled volunteers is necessary.
*PAY SCALE:* Commensurate with work experience.
*APPLICATION PROCESS:* * If interested, please email a cover letter and resume to: *NOTE:* The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job.
They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.
All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.
We are an equal-opportunity employer.
Applications are considered for positions without regard to veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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THIS MEANS THAT REGARDLESS OF ANY PROVISION IN THIS APPLICATION, IF HIRED, THE COMPANY OR I MAY TERMINATE THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP AT ANY TIME, FOR ANY REASON, WITH OR WITHOUT CAUSE OR NOTICE.
*ONLY CANDIDATES WHO FOLLOW THE SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS JOB ADVERTISEMENT ON HOW TO APPLY FOR THIS JOB WILL BE CONSIDERED.
* Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * Paid time off Experience level: * 2 years Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person