Construction Director

Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity (MVHFH) is a nonprofit housing organization that brings people together to build homes, community and hope in Lucas County.  Our vision is of a world where everyone has a decent place to live.  We work toward this vision by building and improving homes in partnership with individuals and families in need of a decent and affordable place to live.

MVHFH’s Construction Director is responsible for the planning, budgeting, implementation, and completion of the construction or rehabilitation of homes for MVHFH homeownership program and the rehabilitation of homes for the home preservation programs. This role ensures all construction and development is consistent with MVHFH building standards, policies, and construction quality, along with workplace safety and funding requirements. The Construction Director will network with other Affiliates, neighborhood organizations, and partners to understand, develop, and implement affordable housing best practices to ensure MVHFH remains a leading affordable housing developer.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Plan, implement, and supervise the overall construction process, procedures, policies, and budget for both the homeownership and home preservation programs.
  • Ensure safe construction operations by maintaining compliance with the MVHFH Construction Safety Policies, the Habitat for Humanity International Safety expectations, and all laws. Role model construction safety and take steps necessary daily to ensure safe work environments for staff and volunteers.
  • Manage, coach, and evaluate direct construction managers to ensure all construction projects are completed on-time, meet all quality standards, are safety compliant, and deliver a quality volunteer and homeowner experience.
  • Manage, coach, and evaluate the Resource and Logistics Manager’s role and responsibilities to ensure accurate inventory of construction tools and materials, and the warehousing, tracking, maintenance, and security of all construction material and vehicles.
  • Directly responsible for homeownership program pre-construction processes that include, but are not limited to, property assessment and procurement, blueprint and site plan development, environmental and historical reviews, permitting, bill of material and construction schedule development.
  • Develop, monitor, and maintain construction policies and procedures that are consistent with industry best practices, grant procurement practices and HFHI policies.
  • Working with the Program Director, assure program participant satisfaction by facilitating appropriate interactions that include, but are not limited to, initial construction schedule review, construction completion walk throughs, and resolving any issues/complaints.
  • Track, monitor, and ensure completion of all warranty repairs.
  • Oversee a construction quality assurance program.
  • Ensure all construction related grant (or other) requirements are met and collaborate with Development team to deliver build schedule commitments established with major donors and volunteers.
  • Acquire and implement gift in-kind material, labor, and partners when possible. Estimate and report value of in-kind gifts.
  • Maintain financial control of building process, create budgets, approve and code appropriately purchases and payments of construction related invoices, and work to control costs and adjust resources as needed to deliver on MVHFH priorities.
  • Provide progress reports as needed to other Affiliate staff including estimated completion dates, budgets, etc. and address schedule and planning issues with key personnel, identify any significant change to scopes of work and communicate with the Habitat team and Partner Family.
  • Perform supervisory tasks – approve timesheets, time off requests, hire and onboard new Team Members as needed, set annual goals and perform evaluations, approve expense reports, etc.
  • Establish an annual plan for new builds, rehabs, and repair projects in collaboration with the leadership team.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Certifications and Skills

  • Bachelor ’s degree/credentials in appropriate field or equivalent experience preferred.
  • At least 10 years of residential construction and rehab experience or other relevant experience.
  • Strong project management skills and demonstrated expertise in utilizing project management software (e.g. BuilderTrend, Procore, Smartsheet, Primavera, etc.).
  • Demonstrated ability to manage a portfolio of residential construction projects.
  • Thorough knowledge of local building codes and zoning ordinance, modern practices, principles and materials used in building construction including cost-effective energy standards and Green Housing standards.
  • Ability to read and interpret build plans and specifications.
  • Paid or volunteer experience with non-profit community-based organizations a plus.
  • Highly capable in relationship building and relationship management with sound judgment.
  • Excellent interpersonal communications and problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate in both written and verbal form.
  • Ability to foster trust, credibility and cohesive teamwork among persons with diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives.
  • Ability to work with volunteers, homeowners, donors and sponsors and ensure they have a good Habitat experience on and off the worksite.
  • Ability to work independently and to make on-the-spot decisions.
  • Ability to work on a flexible schedule and to work some evenings and/or weekends.
  • Ability to plan, organize and delegate.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand, squat, bend, and climb ladders to roof level and into foundations.
  • Experience working with committees and volunteers.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.
  • Embraces diversity and inclusion.
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, general computer expertise such as email and social media platforms and project management software.
  • Certification for forklift operation (training provided, if necessary).
  • CPR, AED and First Aid certification required (training provided, if necessary).
  • A valid driver’s license and the ability to be insured under Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity’s auto insurance and drive affiliate vehicles with trailers, as well as forklift.
  • Must pass background check including criminal records and sex offender registry prior to offer of employment.
  • Ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with supervisor, co-workers, and other Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity staff.
  • Willingness to attend training and conferences as appropriate.
  • Must have commitment to the Habitat mission and uphold its values and ethics.

Reports to: Executive Director

Direct Reports:

  • Home Repair Manager
  • Construction Manager
  • Home Rehab Project Manager
  • Resource & Logistics Manager

Employment Status: Full-Time Salaried

Job Classification: Exempt

Salary Range: $73,000 – $80,000

TO APPLY – send resume and cover letter to Erin McPartland, MVHFH Executive Director, at [email protected].