Construction Project Director

  • Habitat for Humanity International
  • Youngstown, Ohio
  • Full Time
Join Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning Valley (HFHMV) and make a difference building homes, communities and hope. As the Construction Project Director, you will be responsible for developing, implementing and managing all construction projects for the affiliate within the tri-county service area. The area includes Trumbull, Mahoning and Columbiana counties. Our program includes new home construction, home rehabilitation and repairs. This position includes, but is not limited to, scheduling, planning, procurement, bidding, site selection, permitting, site management, building, inspecting and oversight. Habitat utilizes a significant amount of volunteer work on our projects. The training, oversight and management of these volunteers will be your responsibility.

General Administration
* Oversee all aspects of the construction department
* Participate in weekly or monthly staff meetings and board meetings as required
* Work in a team environment with all Habitat staff furthering our overall mission
* Prepare a detailed budget for each project, including consistent budget updates
* Maintain on-time completion of each construction project two new builds per year, additional projects as acquired
* Obtain all required paperwork from any and all subcontractors
* Trainings include Habitat Competent Person yearly training, OSHA and Lead certified. HFHMV will pay for this certification if applicable
* Participation in Habitat for Humanity conferences and trainings

Site Development / Maintenance
* Develop and approve a detailed building schedule for each project
* Maintain building site lawn care, maintenance and cleanliness
* Work with the Executive Director and Volunteer Engagement Coordinator to determine building plan and timeline of build
* Work with the Executive Director to determine future building plan for tri-county area

Volunteer Management
* Oversee volunteers on builds, repairs, etc.
* Be the teacher for volunteers, providing training and safety talks for the daily tasks
* Keep volunteers engaged and active during build days
* Work as a team with Volunteer Engagement Coordinator to ensure impactful experiences

Construction Management / Scheduling
* Determine and execute construction timeline for all projects including a construction calendar coordinated with Habitat team used for groups, grants and financial forecasting
* Organize, inventory and maintain all affiliate tools, supplies, trailers and equipment
* Purchase needed tools and equipment for the affiliate when necessary
* Code and approve all invoices and receipts for timely payment, ideally this should be done on a weekly basis in coordination with the Director of Finance
* Implement affiliate safety programs and assure safe construction practices on all locations.
* Identify, train, recruit and support volunteer construction crew leaders
* Bid out necessary work and establish relationships for potential donated product
* Adhere to HFHMV financial policies and procedures

Construction Procedure
* Ensure compliance with all federal, state and local laws, codes and ordinances
* Oversee all warranty work on completed projects
* Responsible for creating and maintaining blueprints for Habitat use
* Coordinate all workdays with necessary equipment, supplies and PPE on site and ready to go for any and all groups present prior to volunteer arrival
* Assure the safety and security of the site, tools and equipment
* Develop and maintain construction manuals, checklists and safety protocols
* Responsible for all GIK ordering through Habitat International and report to Director of Finance
* Apply for permits and necessary paperwork for construction. Adjust building plans as necessary for family requirements.
* Responsible for ordering all inspections and appraisals
* Responsible for working with all contractors and utility companies
* Coordinate final walk through with partner family for home completion

Other Duties and Responsibilities
* Explain Habitat mission, goals and programs as needed to volunteers and the public
* Build relationships with core volunteers, donors and supporters
* Communicate with Habitat partner families concerning product specifics and choices for construction
* Other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications
- Construction Degree or construction experience
- Must have the ability to complete construction tasks and the skillset to build a home
- Ability to read and understand construction drawings and documents
- Willingness to work as a team with all members of Habitat organization and all volunteers
- Ability to plan and delegate tasks
- Strong communication (oral and written) skills
- Management and communication to volunteers is essential
- Organization from tools to teams is critical to this role
- Mobility, the ability to climb ladders from foundation to roof levels
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and with staff and volunteers
- Ability to lift at least 60lbs
- Ability to drive vehicles with trailers as well as other construction vehicles
- Typical workdays are Tuesday through Saturday with at least one weekday in office
- Commitment to mission of Habitat and the ability to support all aspects of the mission

TO APPLY:
Qualified candidates should email a resume and cover letter to [email protected]

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Job ID: 487742018
Originally Posted on: 8/1/2025

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