Construction Manager Assistant

4 weeks ago

Des Moines, Iowa, United States Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity Full time
Job Description

This position supports Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity's Construction Operations neighborhood revitalization efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as a Habitat Ambassador connecting volunteers to an engaging on-site experience by engaging volunteers and partner families of all skill levels in meaningful activities in building and improving homes.
  • Work closely with Construction Managers to lead volunteers, AmeriCorps members, and residents to safely complete home construction and repair projects.
  • Assist in coordinating with other staff to ensure the right amount of material and tools on site to support daily activities.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Construction Operations to ensure skills and competencies of the construction process are progressing.
  • Provide care and stewardship of Habitat's resources, including building materials, tools, vehicles, and ensure they are in safe working order and maintained to ensure longevity.
  • Support warehouse and logistic activities as needed, as well as support panel builds and ongoing construction operations activities.
  • During Rock the Block events, assist in coordinating and leading projects in conjunction with volunteers and crew leaders to ensure adequate coverage for each project.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with Construction Managers, Director of Construction Operations, and procurement department to ensure materials are ready for daily volunteer activities.
  • Assess tools, equipment, supplies, and volunteers needed to complete projects, either independently or in collaboration with the Construction Operations team.
  • Communicate basic information about Habitat's mission, programs, and goals with volunteers through regular meet and greets, end-of-day wrap-ups, and general communication.
  • Work closely with volunteers to ensure they are fully engaged in projects and have a positive experience.
  • Provide regular updates to the Director of Construction Operations, documenting project status and results in a timely fashion using Procore, MS Project, and other project management software tools.
  • Teach, lead, and coach AmeriCorps or long-term volunteers assigned to assist.
  • Work to identify potential Core Crew leaders in cooperation with the Volunteer Engagement teams.

Works Closely with:

Construction Operations team, Volunteer Engagement, Procurement, and Family Services teams.

Time Requirements:

New Construction: Tuesday-Saturday from 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., with occasional weekend and evening work.

Requirements:

  • Minimum one year experience in a construction-related field or equivalent experience.
  • Understand the Habitat for Humanity philosophy and promote it.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Work effectively with GDM Habitat staff, volunteers, and the community at large.
  • Self-starter/able to work independently without supervision.
  • Team player with the ability to engage people of a wide variety of backgrounds and skills.
  • Able to lift 50 pounds.
  • Able to work, walk, and climb where necessary at GDM Habitat work sites.
  • Exchange ideas and convey detailed information accurately to staff, volunteers, subcontractors, community members, and others.
  • Able to drive Habitat or personal vehicles to work sites and vendor locations within the GSA.
  • Willing to participate in additional job-related training as assigned.
  • Meet or exceed the ability to demonstrate the 5 core and common competencies outlined below.

Job Competencies:

Demonstrate commitment to Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity's Mission and Core Values of:

Build Solutions

Build a Safety Mindset

Build Faith And Family

Build as Stewards

Build with Heart

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