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Production Manager
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SUMMARY
Reporting directly to the Director of Construction & Land Development (DCLD), the Production Manager (PM) is responsible for managing the construction and/or rehabilitation of safe, decent, affordable housing in accordance with applicable building codes and with the technical and quality requirements of HFHWC. The PM will manage subcontractors, trade partners and vendors through the entire building process on new construction homes, with the expectation to complete an average of 20 homes per year.
This is a Full-time, Exempt position, spending on average at least five days per week, Monday – Friday (minimum 40-hour work week with 8-hour days) on site. Workweek duration can be extended temporarily due to projects.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Supervise and coordinate all aspects of construction on assigned houses including: maintain house build schedules provided in start packs, making appropriate request for materials, scheduling city/state inspections, daily on-site work, maintaining a safe work site environment by completing weekly safety reports that includes all injuries and unsafe conditions, overall quality control and meet or exceed all schedule deadlines.
- Supervise and coordinate all work of paid subcontractors, including: scheduling, adherence to building codes and inspections, and overall quality control.
- Maintain the integrity of worklists and quality inspection checklists for all construction sites.
- At all times, serve as an excellent ambassador of HFHWC and its mission to volunteers and the local community. Responsible for ensuring a positive volunteer experience and increasing the retention rate of volunteers.
- Accounting for materials and supplies received for each house under construction, by counting and signing off on deliveries and/or invoices.
- Maintain clean and organized job sites at all times.
- Monitor and enforce HFHI and OSHA safety requirements for all subcontractors.
- Maintain open communication with Habitat homebuyers while construction is in process.
- Lead homebuyers through a Homeowner Walk with an emphasis on the education and operation of the home.
- Ensure home is complete and ready to move-in by scheduled move-in date.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Effective management of people, time, and resources, within large groups and across a number of job sites simultaneously.
- Multitasking of trade, vendor, and inspector coordination, scheduling, and supervision.
- Construction knowledge and experience involving all aspects (carpentry, foundations, siding, roofing, skilled trades, finishing, painting, landscaping, etc.) of residential construction.
- Knowledge and understanding of current historical district requirements, North Carolina Building Code, and all other relevant Wake County and Johnston County municipalities’ codes.
- Willingness to take initiative.
- Strong decision-making abilities to accomplish tasks quickly and efficiently.
- Critical thinking and troubleshooting. Working in an ever-changing environment where there is a need to encounter problems head-on and to resolve them with creative solutions and the ability to communicate changes with the DCLD.
- Communication: in-house (with other Habitat Wake staff in meetings, email updates, etc.) out-of-house (email updates, in person, etc.). Includes excellent oral, written, and illustrative communication skills.
- Awareness of social/community issues (e.g. poverty, affordable housing, community service, urban development etc.).
- Diversity training/experience. Working in an environment with people of varying ethnicities, religions, socio-economic backgrounds.
- Safety/First Aid training for emergencies on-site.
- Ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with supervisor and Habitat Wake staff. Ability to work as part of a functionally diverse team.
- Ability to create, sustain, and grow relationships with Habitat homeowners to instill the skills, knowledge, and pride required for successful homeownership, dynamic neighborhoods, and an enduring commitment to Habitat.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree or at least 3-5 years of experience in the residential construction industry.
- Excellent communication skills with a strong passion for the organization’s mission.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team and with great energy and persistence. Experience working with diverse constituencies.
- Proven organizational skills including the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and produce high quality results quickly and on time.
- Critical thinking, problem solving, accuracy and attention to detail.
- Current valid Driver’s License and work type vehicle.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk; use hands to finger and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates primarily in a residential construction environment and can require operating equipment such as a forklift, power tools, hand tools, ladders, pallet jacks and other material handling equipment. Works in outside conditions that can include heat, humidity, and high noise levels.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The PM is responsible for keeping the DCLD updated on construction status and problems as they occur through regular meetings. Formal reviews are held annually by the DCLD.
GUIDELINES
Adherence to the Construction Department’s strategic plan, included within Habitat Wake’s overall plan and mission. Additional employee guidelines are provided in the HFHWC Policy and Procedure Manual. All construction practices are in accordance with North Carolina Building Codes and specific municipalities building codes.
NOTE
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Applications are considered for positions without regard to veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
We also require that all staff take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities (especially children), and all those with whom we work. In line with the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, all staff must pass a thorough background screening and will be held accountable for upholding our policies around ethical behavior, including safeguarding and whistleblowing.
THIS COMPANY IS AN AT-WILL EMPLOYER AS ALLOWED BY APPLICABLE STATE LAW. THIS MEANS THAT REGARDLESS OF ANY PROVISION IN THIS APPLICATION, IF HIRED, THE COMPANY OR I MAY TERMINATE THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP AT ANY TIME, FOR ANY REASON, WITH OR WITHOUT CAUSE OR NOTICE.
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