Construction Supervisor

To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate should have at least two years of hands-on experience in residential construction, strong communication and leadership skills for working effectively with diverse groups of volunteers, and the ability to confidently and safely use a variety of power tools. Experience reading construction plans and ensuring work meets quality and safety standards will also contribute to success in this position.

GENERAL FUNCTION:
* Reporting to the New Home Construction Field Manager, the Construction Supervisor will oversee the construction of Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity (AAHH) houses.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Oversee and instruct up to 10 skilled or unskilled volunteers daily on AAHH projects in construction procedures, quality, and safety.
* Assure that all work performed on Habitat construction site(s) is done in accordance with the AAHH Safety Policy.
* Assure that all work on AAHH new home construction is in accordance with approved drawings, current building codes, and AAHH building practices.
* Supervise the construction of up to 3 homes from foundation to closing.
* Assure that proper and sufficient materials and equipment are available to volunteers for each day’s work.
* Assist in the proper control, maintenance, storage, and security of all materials, tools, and equipment on the construction site.
* Responsible for a clean and orderly jobsite appearance.
* Supervise, motivate, and give recognition to volunteer work crews.
* Complete final walk-through checklist and closing punch list for assigned houses.
* Participate in required department or affiliate-wide meetings, events, professional development, training, and process improvement.
* Perform other duties that may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
* Commitment to the mission and values of Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity
* 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.
* Previous experience teaching or supervising volunteers or students preferred.
* 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
* Able to analyze circumstances, make routine decisions, problem solve, and give direction regarding problem resolution
* Possess sufficient knowledge of residential construction to determine needed materials, 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)

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The majority of the work is done outside on a construction work site. Daily exposure to dirt, dust, dampness, construction debris, extreme temperatures, construction noises, fumes and odors from construction materials will occur.

Must be able to:
* Stand or walk for the majority of a workday, including working on uneven surfaces
* Apply extensive physical mobility, including reaching, lifting, holding, pushing and pulling, carrying, bending, climbing stairs and ladders, crawling, kneeling, arm and leg extension
* Regularly lift 10 - 35 pounds: Occasionally 75 pounds or more
* See and judge distances and space relationships
* Independently operate motor vehicles

https://ashevilleareahabitatforhumanity.applytojob.com/apply/fvPZvMRraC/Construction-Supervisor?source=HFHI
Pay Range: $27 - $30/hr

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