Construction Site Superintendent- Habitat for Humanity of Dane County

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Are you passionate about making a tangible impact in your community? Do you thrive in a hands-on role, working alongside dedicated staff and volunteers? Habitat for Humanity of Dane County is seeking a growth-oriented Construction Site Superintendent to help drive our mission forward. This is your chance to play a key role in building affordable homes and strengthening neighborhoods while working with an incredible team. If you're ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

POSITION PURPOSE
The primary responsibility of this position is to coordinate and oversee the daily construction operations required to build affordable homes in accordance with HFHDC goals and practices. This includes ensuring the safety of everyone on site, regardless of their status as a volunteer, contractor, employee or other, as well as meeting deadlines and budgets. Habitat works year-round throughout Dane County, offering consistent employment through all seasons.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Construct Homes Safely and Efficiently:
Ensure HFHDC sites meet all safety & building regulations and work complies with company policies; communicate and enforce with volunteers, subcontractors and other personnel
Oversee multiple simultaneous and/or complex construction projects to meet organizational targets
Follow schedule created by construction manager; must be able to maintain 3-4 week look ahead. Must plan for maximum use of available skills and resources.
Conduct daily site inspections and assessments to identify potential issues, develop solutions, and ensure work is performed to meet industry standards
Communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors/vendors, Construction Manager, and HFHDC team members to update project progress, address concerns, and maintain positive working relationships
Serve as the primary contact for subcontractors, inspectors and vendors to coordinate work and meet scheduling milestones
Effectively engage and supervise skilled and unskilled labor in all facets of home construction; play an active role in recruitment and retention of key construction volunteers
Maintain a clean, organized worksite, including storage and trash receptacles; monitor erosion control and protect homeowner property from damage

Schedule and Benefits
Full-time
401(k) matching up to 4% Habitat Match
Health, Dental and Vision insurance
Dependent health insurance coverage
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Paid time off
13 Paid Holidays
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program

Schedule:
Consistent, year-round work
8 hour shift
Tuesday to Saturday

REQUIREMENTS
Minimum 5 years of residential construction experience, including expert knowledge of all phases of residential construction, the ability to read blueprints/house plans, diagnose and solve on-site challenges, plan several steps ahead, and teach others how to successfully complete construction tasks
Understand and appreciate the mission of HFHDC and willing to actively support the growth and advancement of the organization
Demonstrate excellent organizational and time management, working between multiple projects, while maintaining a strong attention to detail
Must be able to determine the appropriate tools/equipment for various construction tasks and utilize them according to safety guidelines
Possess the ability and patience to coach skilled and unskilled laborers in all facets of home construction
Comfort speaking in front of small groups
Timeliness, dependability and an ability to work unsupervised are critical for this position
Proficient and successful use of various technical programs for business/construction purposes including but not limited to Microsoft Office applications (including Teams) and Asana/Buildertrend/other build software

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Required to lift 60-80 pounds on a regular basis and will experience frequent bending, squatting, lifting and repetitive motion. Must be capable of climbing ladders & scaffolds and working from heights. This position will be working outside year-round and must be adaptable to extreme changes in weather (e.g., heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.) and able to navigate uneven terrain.

EXPERIENCE
Minimum 5 years of residential construction experience required

Education
Requires a minimum of a four-year high school diploma or equivalent

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS
Drivers license and clean record required

Habitat for Humanity of Dane County values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
Habitat Dane is committed to equal opportunity. Employees and applicants for employment will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by law in any employment-related decision, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Hourly Rate Description
$29.57-$37.50/hour