Building And Facilities Construction Coordinator

Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara•Santa Barbara, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team The Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara (HACSB) is an award-winning, mission-driven public agency and a recognized leader in the affordable housing industry. Known for our attractive, well-maintained communities, we have developed and secured over 4,300 units of affordable rental homes throughout Santa Barbara. But our work goes far beyond building housing, we are committed to delivering innovative, long-term solutions that address our community’s housing challenges. At HACSB, we empower residents to thrive through forward-thinking housing programs and supportive services. At the same time, we invest in our employees by offering meaningful work, professional growth opportunities and a shared sense of purpose. We foster a collaborative, inclusive, and respectful work environment where every team member plays a critical role in advancing our mission: providing safe, quality and affordable housing to those with limited incomes. Our dynamic leadership team leads a talented and dedicated team of professionals guided by our core values, the “5 C’s”: Competence, Cooperation, Commitment, Communication and Compassion. Join our Property and Development team and play a key role in delivering and preserving quality affordable housing for the Santa Barbara community! Under general direction, Building and Facilities Construction Coordinator oversees construction, rehabilitation, renovation, and maintenance projects of considerable scope for Housing Authority owned properties. This role collaborates closely with departments, contractors, agencies, and residents and provides leadership and technical guidance to staff and third-party partners. The position performs highly responsible and complex technical work requiring strong decision-making, accountability, project coordination skills and a commitment to community-focused development.

Requirements

Minimum five years progressively responsible experience coordinating construction projects, including a minimum of two years in a lead or supervisory role and preferably a general contractor’s license
Strong knowledge of skilled trades work, along with the materials, methods, and techniques used in the rehabilitation, repair and construction of residential facilities and ability to perform complex maintenance and repair work
Familiarity with operations, services and activities of a facilities maintenance program
Familiarity with basic architectural and engineering principles, including the ability to interpret plans, building codes, safety regulations and government regulations
Principles of public agency procurement rules, practices and procedures and contract administration
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Effective team leadership, project management and computer skills
Ability to develop and maintain excellent rapport with colleagues, clients, landlords and Agency contacts
Ability to frequently bend, kneel, reach and lift and carry objects weighing up to 60lbs
Proof of legal right to drive in CA and DMV driving record in good standing that meets HACSB’s insurability requirements is required.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish-speaking ability is desirable

Responsibilities

Oversees and coordinates construction, rehabilitation, renovation, maintenance, vacancy turnover, and capital improvement projects for Housing Authority-owned properties.
Plans, schedules, and monitors project activities to ensure work is completed efficiently, safely, on time, and in compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and project specifications.
Coordinates and provides technical guidance to contractors, consultants, vendors and staff throughout all phases of project delivery, including inspections, troubleshooting, and resolving project issues.
Assists with project planning and administration, including preparing cost estimates, developing budgets, procuring materials and equipment, securing permits, and supporting bid and contract processes.
Reviews project plans, specifications, schedules, work orders, and change requests to monitor progress, quality of work, and overall project performance.
Evaluates building systems and property conditions to identify maintenance, repair, and renovation needs, including structural, plumbing, electrical, and interior improvements.
Supports departmental goals and initiatives through collaboration with residents, contractors, architects, agencies, and internal departments to help maintain safe, functional, and quality affordable housing communities.
Responds to resident and public inquiries, maintains project records and reports, and promotes positive working relationships with community partners and stakeholders.
Performs other related duties as assigned.