New Home Construction Administrator

Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity•Asheville, NC

1d•$27 - $29

About The Position

Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity’s DEI Commitment affirms housing as a human right and homeownership as a foundation for generational wealth and social mobility. We also acknowledge that “bringing people together” is central to our mission. People with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds are critical to our success. Join our team and help us further our mission of building homes, communities, and hope. GENERAL FUNCTION: Reporting to the Project Manager, the Construction Administrator is responsible for the timely, efficient, and accurate administration of Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity's New Home Construction Program. KNOW HOW: Committed to the mission of AAHH, the incumbent should have experience in the construction of houses with a thorough knowledge of sound construction procedures and standards, working with subcontractors and government agencies, selection of building materials and supplies, and current building codes.

Requirements

Commitment to the mission and values of AAHH
High School diploma or equivalent, preferred
Two or more years’ experience in residential construction or one-year full-time staff or stipend volunteer experience with Habitat for Humanity’s construction programs.
Valid driver’s license with good driving record
Effective interpersonal skills with a variety of people, personalities and backgrounds
Able to give specific oral and written instruction and direction to individuals and groups
Able to lead, manage, supervise and motivate individuals and teams of volunteers
Able to plan, schedule, prioritize, coordinate, delegate and manage multiple activities
Analyzing circumstances, making routine decisions, problem solve and giving direction regarding problem resolution
Possess sufficient knowledge of residential construction to determine the materials needed, and schedule, coordinate and participate in construction activities including a working knowledge of residential building codes
Able to use hand and power tools needed to complete residential construction tasks and instruct others on their effective and safe use
Able to read and interpret standard residential construction blueprints and specifications
Possess basic mathematical aptitude to calculate building measurements, quantities, etc.
Certified in first aid and CPR (or able to be certified within three months of hiring).
HFHI Competent Person Certification ( or able to be certified within 12 months of hiring

Nice To Haves

Previous experience teaching or supervising volunteers or students preferred.

Responsibilities

Submit and track all permits required for AAHH’s new home construction projects and buybacks as required.
Maintain plan specific database of all material take-offs. Order and track all jobsite materials and supplies for supervisors and subcontractors, while utilizing bulk order discounts and GIK opportunities when available.
Using bill pay, review and approve all new home construction project invoices before they are sent to the Finance Department. Update related house costs on Buildertrend software.
Update Buildertrend regularly in accordance with job schedules and add new builds as permits are acquired.
Maintain budget for permit and certification related costs.
Assist in keeping and tracking meeting minutes for weekly construction meetings.
Administer municipal and utility rebate programs. Coordinate Habitat “green building” certifications, standards, and documentation. Maintain registration of future habitat homes for Green Build Alliance.
Order uniforms annually and maintain budget for construction staff.
Assist with land development and subdivision design/permitting.
Assist in maintaining a library of accurate house plans. Assist in coordination and documentation of (as built) drawings with supervisors. Assist in coordination of structural and technical drawings with consultants as needed.
Provide documents, information and support to Habitat staff as needed.
Coordinate w/ Project Manager, New Home Field Manager, and supervisors on providing jobsite materials and supplies from various locations, such as Builders First Source, Lowes, Home Depot, ABC, SRS, office warehouse, etc.
Review and approve all new home construction project invoices before sending them to the Finance Department for processing.
Assist in coordinating the Walk Thru with Homeowner Services, the Homeowner, Certificate of Occupancy (CO), the completion of homeowner punch list and warranty items.
As needed, serve as Construction Supervisor.
Assist in coordination of intercommunications between affiliate departments to facilitate the following: • Closing process and warranty claims with Homeowner Services • Gift in Kind utilization and special needs with Fund Development • Processing and tracking of invoicing and payments with Finance • Facilitation of needs, subscriptions, and resources with Operations • Signage and special needs with Communications
Maintain, monitor, log, and organize on site and warehouse material supplies.
Perform other duties as assigned.