Construction Site Supervisor

Greater Lynchburg Habitat for Humanity

Job Description

Construction Site Supervisor

Reports Directly to: Construction Manager

Basic Functions: 1) Provide oversight and supervision for GLHFH construction sites as directed by the Construction Manager; 2) ensure that the planned construction activities are carried out, the sites are prepared for construction activity, and that volunteers are being utilized appropriately; 3) provide construction skills and expertise where needed either through training and leading of volunteers or through actual hands on labor; 4) coordinate with homebuyers for sweat equity assignments and in making choices as appropriate to their specific house; and 5) communicate and coordinate with the Construction Manager regarding problems, needs and progress with site locations.

Educational Requirements:

· High School Diploma

Physical Abilities:

· Requires ability to perform work consistent with residential construction

· Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a consistent basis

· Must be able to walk, stand, squat, climb, bend on a regular basis

Required Abilities:

· Must possess Virginia driver’s license, and driving record must be in good standing

· Must have wide-range of residential construction knowledge, skill and experience

· Ability to patiently work with and train volunteer construction laborers

· Ability to plan construction site activities to effectively utilize volunteers

· Ability to effectively organize and plan construction activity around “special event construction projects”

· Ability to efficiently respond to goals and objectives set forth by the Construction Manager

· Knowledge, skill and abilities relative to building codes, zoning ordinances and general construction and building regulations

· Ability to communicate and work effectively with unskilled volunteers

· Ability to effectively manage people

· Flexibility to change plans with little notice, maintain a sense of humor

· Understand and embrace the organization’s mission

Schedule, Wages and Benefits:

· Salary commensurate with experience

· Tuesday through Saturday

· Saturdays off is very limited because of volunteer scheduling

· Benefits package

Principal Responsibilities:

Construction

· Plan and ensure building site readiness each day per schedule in coordination with Construction Manager

· Maintain site safety and cleanliness

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Maintain GLHFH storage trailers and warehouse in an orderly, clean and secure manner

· Procure and maintain construction materials

· Maintain vehicles and other equipment

· Distribute construction material, tools and equipment to volunteers as needed on a daily basis

· Communicate deficient materials inventory to Construction Manager

· Participate in GLHFH Construction Committee meetings, as needed

· Principle point of contact for warranty/callback issues

o Make the initial follow-up visit

o Conducting and/or scheduling repair work

o Reporting progress of repair work to the Construction Manager

· Assist in homeowner maintenance and construction classes/workshops

o In Development of classes

o In conducting the classes

· Maintain truck and equipment maintenance logs

o Scheduling of repairs and maintenance

o Walk-around inspections

o Includes: truck(s); trailer(s); power equipment; and power tools

· Participate in weekly meeting with the Volunteer Coordinator

· Participate in special projects, including the development of a Safety Program

· Participate in morning safety meetings

· Act as the onsite Safety Officer/Competent Person

· Assist in supply/equipment logistics/materials ordering

· Assist in confirmation of estimated quantities/quantity takeoff auditing

· Participate in necessary continuing education as assigned

· Red Cross First Aid/CPR Training

· Participate in construction committee meetings as a member of the committee

· Assist/maintain/update construction schedule and reports

· Lot inventory- coordinate lot maintenance/routine inspections

· Maintain work-day trailer and tool management/organization

· Professional development activities/training as necessary

Site and Volunteer Management

· Develop and implement a strategy for actively engaging, and managing volunteers

· Organize homeowner applicants and volunteers into appropriate work groups per the daily need of the construction site

· Make work assignment for individuals or groups

· Monitor construction site for safety issues and needs of volunteers. Take appropriate action regarding safety violations and report to Construction Manager

· Make sure that all volunteers on site have signed liability waivers and are wearing name tags

· Assist and/or train homeowner applicants and volunteers in construction work as necessary

· Submit volunteer needs per schedule developed in coordination with the Construction Manager

· Provide information to Construction Manager and Family Services Manager regarding any issues related to homeowner willingness to partner or hours relative to GLHFH criteria

· Responsible for volunteer sign-in/sign-out

· Email/call notifications to crew, volunteers, and family partners

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00 - $47,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Lynchburg, VA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person