Home Improvement Program & Energy Efficiency Project Manager

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF OMAHA•Omaha, NE

11h

About The Position

The Home Improvement Program & Energy Efficiency Project Manager oversees owner-occupied home repair and energy-efficiency projects from initial assessment through completion. The role develops scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and implementation plans; coordinates bids and contractors; monitors project progress and quality; confirms billing and contractor payments; conducts post-build inspections; and manages the contractor pool supporting Home Improvement Program projects. The position also performs residential energy audits and inspections, analyzes home-performance and energy-use data, identifies savings opportunities and health or safety concerns, and prepares reports with recommendations and projected energy savings. The manager educates homeowners about energy efficiency, household energy use, and recommended improvements, while maintaining project documentation and supporting quality and continuous improvement. The role requires successful completion of pre-employment background, motor vehicle, and other checks, a valid Nebraska driver's license, qualification for Habitat Omaha vehicle insurance, and regular travel throughout its service area.

Requirements

Two or more years of residential construction experience is preferred.
Education, training, or relevant professional experience in building science, construction management, project management, energy efficiency, building performance, or a related field; equivalent backgrounds will be considered.
Ability to manage multiple projects, schedules, budgets, and stakeholder expectations.
Basic understanding of residential construction methods, materials, and repair practices.
Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to homeowners, contractors, and colleagues.
Strong analytical thinking and ability to identify practical solutions.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
Ability to build productive relationships with homeowners, contractors, vendors, and internal teams.
Comfort working in changing conditions and responding to evolving project needs.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to learn and operate building-performance testing equipment and software.
Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards and requirements.
Valid Nebraska driver's license.
Ability to qualify for Habitat Omaha's vehicle insurance coverage.
Ability to travel regularly throughout Habitat Omaha's service area.
Ability to work safely in residential homes, attics, crawl spaces, outdoor environments, and other field conditions.
Ability to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, climb, and work in active residential environments.
Ability to navigate attics, crawl spaces, and other confined work areas.
Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to safely wear personal protective equipment, including respirators.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Successful completion of pre-employment background, motor vehicle, and other checks.

Nice To Haves

Education in Building Science, Construction Management, Project Management, Energy Efficiency, Building Performance, or a related field.
Two or more years of residential construction experience.
Experience with home repair, weatherization, building performance, energy upgrades, or related fields.
Knowledge of energy-saving technologies, building systems, and home-performance concepts.
Experience with Buildertrend or similar construction management software.

Responsibilities

Coordinate residential repair and energy-efficiency projects from initial assessment through completion.
Conduct site visits to identify repair needs, evaluate home conditions, and prioritize project scopes.
Develop detailed scopes of work, project budgets, schedules, and implementation plans.
Manage multiple projects while maintaining quality, budget, and timeline expectations.
Inspect completed work for compliance with Habitat Omaha standards and project requirements.
Monitor active projects and address issues that could affect project outcomes.
Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate competitive bids from contractors and subcontractors.
Manage contractor relationships and coordinate project activities from bid award through final completion.
Monitor contractor performance and maintain records of inspections, progress, and corrective actions.
Ensure projects are completed safely, professionally, and according to contract requirements.
Process project billing and submit contractor payments in a timely manner.
Perform residential energy audits and inspections.
Collect and analyze field data related to energy consumption and home performance.
Compare energy use against standard benchmarks to identify savings opportunities.
Evaluate building, mechanical, and electrical systems to determine energy-efficiency performance.
Identify health and safety concerns related to planned energy-efficiency improvements.
Use specialized testing equipment and software to assess home performance and energy consumption.
Prepare energy audit reports detailing findings, recommendations, and projected energy savings.
Educate homeowners on energy-efficient technologies, building performance, and household energy-saving opportunities.
Answer homeowner questions about energy use, appliance efficiency, and recommended upgrades.
Help homeowners understand project priorities and energy-improvement recommendations.
Ensure projects meet Habitat Omaha quality standards and program requirements.
Stay informed about technologies, industry trends, certification requirements, and best practices.
Participate in ongoing training and professional development.
Identify opportunities to improve project performance, homeowner outcomes, and energy-efficiency initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.