Assistant Construction Superintendent 2

Habitat for Humanity Portland Region; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to building homes and communities! As an Assistant Construction Superintendent, you will play a vital role in leading volunteers and future homeowners in hands-on construction activities across the Portland Metro area. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven team that believes everyone deserves a stable and affordable place to call home. With a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment, you will help shape the future of housing in your community. If you are passionate about construction and community service, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

100% employer-paid health insurance

100% employer-paid dental insurance

Generous paid time off

403(b) retirement savings plan

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• 2+ years in construction, especially as a carpenter or framer.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Lead volunteers in home construction activities and ensure safety practices.
• Perform hands-on construction tasks and conduct quality control inspections.
• Assist in training volunteers and partner homeowners on construction tasks.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking

Construction Experience

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma

Construction-related Certification

Tools

Procore

Job description

Assistant Construction Superintendent 2

Department: Construction
Reports to: Construction Site Superintendent
Location: This position supports worksites across the Portland Metro area including Portland, East Portland, Gresham, Hillsboro, King City, and Lake Oswego.
Time Commitment: Full-time, Non-exempt
Level: E
Compensation: $25.74/hour to $31.37/hour; We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, life insurance, paid family and medical leave, and more.
Application Deadline: Your application is due by February 5th, 2025. We will not actively screen applications received after the deadline. Review of late applications is conducted at the discretion of the hiring manager.

Note to Candidates: We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every qualification described. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization and are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, which may include those from less traditional backgrounds.

Who You Are: You are responsible for supporting the organization's home building goals. Your weekly duties include leading future homebuyers and volunteers in performing in-house construction activities, including site preparation, foundation systems, rough framing, window and door installation, weatherproofing, siding, painting, flooring installation, millwork installation, interior painting, and landscaping. You will interact with Habitat staff, volunteers, homebuyers, subcontractors, Habitat partners, and City inspectors.

Who We Are: At Habitat for Humanity Portland Region, we believe that everyone deserves a stable and affordable place to call home. Founded in 1981, we have built and repaired homes in partnership with over 3,000 people across the Portland region. We operate out of three offices, four brick and mortar stores, one warehouse, and numerous construction sites in Portland, Beaverton, Hillsboro, King City, Gresham, and Lake Oswego.

Your Responsibilities:

Volunteers and Partner Homeowners:

• Lead Habitat Crew Leads and crews of volunteers in building homes.
• Ensure appropriate safety practices at all times.
• Teach needed skills to new volunteers.
• Conduct regular quality control inspections.
• Assist in the training of Crew Leads and volunteers.
• Understand elements that contribute to successful volunteers and help ensure that volunteers have a consistently positive, encouraging environment.
• Ensure that communication to volunteers and partner homeowners is respectful, accurate, and timely.
• Assist in identifying volunteer jobs/needs not currently filled and satisfy needs with appropriate volunteers.

Construction:

• Perform all hands-on construction tasks as directed.
• Repair/redo any construction task performed below acceptable standards by volunteers.
• Suggest potential advantageous building practices and material cost savings opportunities to management.
• Assist in the supervision of all site preparation and layout.
• Assist in the supervision of job sites on each designated workday and work to ensure construction is accomplished in accordance with approved permits and plans.
• Assist in ensuring that Site safety inspections, Daily Log, Observations, Incidents, Quality and Safety Inspections are updated daily in Procore.
• Assist in training volunteers and partner homeowners about construction tasks and appropriate safety measures.
• Respond to homeowner warranty complaints and perform repairs.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• Ability to effectively work with, manage, and lead volunteers.
• Excel at multi-tasking various projects and deadlines; attention to detail a must.
• Excellent oral communication skills; effective with diverse audiences.
• 2+ years experience in the construction/contracting business, especially as a carpenter or framer.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Your Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• Your workday will generally be located at an assigned construction site, but may vary based on your department's needs.
• This position is very active and requires climbing ladders as well as considerable standing, bending, reaching, and kneeling in awkward and tiring positions during varying weather conditions.
• Activities may include frequently lifting, moving, and/or loading items over 50 pounds with mechanical or co-worker assistance.

Your Work Schedule:

• 40-hour work week, generally Monday - Friday or Tuesday - Saturday 7:30am-3:30pm.

Your Compensation: We aim to offer equitable pay and benefits. Your compensation will generally be between $25.74 per hour to $31.37 per hour. The full range for this position is $25.74 per hour to $37.33 per hour.

Your Benefits Package: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 100% employer-paid health insurance premium for employee; 50% paid for dependents.
• 100% employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
• 100% employer-paid dental insurance for employee; 50% paid for dependents.
• 100% employer-paid disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off: starting at three weeks of vacation time; two weeks of sick time; 11 paid holidays; paid birthday off.
• 3% matching 403(b) retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What to Expect When You Apply: We strive to ensure our hiring process is accessible to all applicants. We ask you to submit your resume, cover letter, and provide three professional references using our online application. If you need assistance or accommodations in submitting your application or throughout the hiring process, please contact us.

Habitat for Humanity Portland Region is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ the best qualified people for all our positions in a manner that does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

This job description is intended as a guideline only and does not limit in any way the duties or responsibilities of any employee. Nothing herein shall be construed as a contract of employment, expressed or implied. All employment is terminable at will, with or without cause.