Construction Program Manager

Western South Dakota Community Action; South Dakota; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Western South Dakota Community Action, Inc. is seeking an experienced construction supervisor to develop work orders from home assessments for seniors in need.

You will coordinate with occupational therapists to identify low-cost, high-impact home modifications and lead crews to ensure work meets specifications and codes. You will maintain records across inventory and project management systems, assist with hiring and training crew members, and collaborate with the Home Programs team to share

Qualifications

• Four years construction experience, with at least two years as a crew lead or foreman.
• Experience writing project reports and summaries.
• Customer service skills in scheduling, job specifications and process issues.
• Clean driving record, current driver’s license.
• Job will require frequent walking, climbing, reaching, sitting, pushing, kneeling and lifting up to 50lb.

Responsibilities

• Develop work orders based on Home Assessments for limited-income seniors.
• Identify materials and modifications needed per risk identified and place orders.
• Maintain project records with inventory system, project management system and HUD systems.
• Work with Home Programs team on best practices in construction and client services, assist with hiring and training crew members.

Skills

Computer skills

Project management software

Client management software

Email systems

Spreadsheets

Productivity tools

Tools

Inventory system

Project management system

HUD systems

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Duties:

• Develop work orders based on Home Assessments for limited-income seniors. Work with occupational therapists on home assessments to identify low-cost-and high-impact modifications that will reduce fall risks and help seniors stay in their homes longer.

• Identify materials and modifications needed per risk identified. Place orders as needed for supplies/equipment. Work with crews and contractors to ensure work meets specifications and codes.

• Maintain project records with inventory system, project management system and HUD systems.

• Work with Home Programs team on best practices in construction and client services. Assist with hiring, and training crew members.

Qualifications:

1. Four years construction experience, with at least two years as a crew lead or foreman.
2. Strong computer skills, including experience with client management or project management software, email systems, spreadsheets and other productivity tools.
3. Experience writing project reports and summaries.
4. Customer service skills in scheduling, job specifications and process issues
5. Clean driving record, current driver’s license
6. Job will require frequent walking, climbing, reaching, sitting, pushing, kneeling and lifting up to 50lb.

Preferred:

Experience working with nonprofits or government programs

Company Description

Established in 1965, Western South Dakota Community Action, Inc. stands as a beacon of hope in the fight against poverty. As a private, nonprofit anti-poverty corporation, our mission is not just to address the symptoms but to revolutionize the very causes and effects of poverty.
Guided by a passionate and dedicated volunteer Board of Directors, we operate on the principle that lasting change is best achieved by empowering individuals to take charge of their destinies. At the heart of our approach is a commitment to providing those in need with the essential tools and support to break free from the cycle of poverty. We have numerous programs through our organization designed to help the community in a multitude of ways and we are continuing to grow and flourish in order to keep helping those in need.

Company Description

Established in 1965, Western South Dakota Community Action, Inc. stands as a beacon of hope in the fight against poverty. As a private, nonprofit anti-poverty corporation, our mission is not just to address the symptoms but to revolutionize the very causes and effects of poverty.Guided by a passionate and dedicated volunteer Board of Directors, we operate on the principle that lasting change is best achieved by empowering individuals to take charge of their destinities. At the heart of our approach is a commitment to providing those in need with the essential tools and support to break free from the cycle of poverty. We have numerous programs through our organization designed to help the community in a multitude of ways and we are continuing to grow and flourish in order to keep helping those in need.