Construction Site Supervisor Jobs

Habitat for Humanity Greater Boston has an immediate opportunity for a mission-driven individual with broad construction experience to work on Habitat construction sites in the Greater Boston area. Reporting to the Manager of Construction Operations, this position is responsible and accountable for planning and execution of all building activities, and training and management of skilled or unskilled volunteers on a daily basis at one of our construction sites.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute building activities for skilled and unskilled volunteers

Work with the Director of Construction to create and maintain the project schedule

Communicate with Director of Construction to plan volunteer days, order construction materials and equipment, coordinate required building inspections, and schedule subcontractors

Manage subcontractors on site

Maintain safe and orderly job site and job site activities

Train and supervise site assistants, interns, and volunteers in residential construction tasks

Maintain quality control and safety of all construction practices

Document records of site activities, personnel, and expenses as required

Attend safety trainings as required

Commitment to Habitat for Humanity Greater Boston’s mission of building simple, decent, affordable houses for purchase by low-income families

Commitment to working with an organization that emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion

Requirements

Education/Experience/Knowledge/Skills

Broad knowledge of residential construction from framing to finish work

Experience training inexperienced staff or volunteers in construction tasks

Three years on-site residential construction experience

Ability to read residential blueprints and build to design specifications

General knowledge of applicable building codes

Experience with Microsoft and Google Suite of products

Ability to be on one’s feet for extended periods of time, often on rough and uneven terrain

Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. on a regular basis

Ability to work on ladders and heights of up to two-stories

Ability to work in varying weather conditions

Preferred

Ability to simplify and teach construction methods

Ability to manage large groups of unskilled volunteers

Habitat For Humanity Or Other Nonprofit Experience

Previous volunteer management experience

Work location: Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

How to apply: To apply: Please send a resume and cover letter with the subject line: Construction Site Supervisor to