Home Preservation Project Manager

Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement

Health insurance

Long-term disability

Voluntary life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Pet insurance

PTO

Job summary

Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity is seeking a Home Preservation Project Manager to oversee owner-occupied repair projects from assessment to completion. You will ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while maintaining safety and quality for homeowners, staff, volunteers, and subcontractors.

The role collaborates with the Home Preservation Navigator and internal teams to manage scopes, costs, procurement, reporting, and funding compliance, supporting growth and expanded services for

Qualifications

• College degree in related field preferred.
• Three or more years of experience in construction planning and working with people.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills a must.
• Self-starter and ability to work independently without supervision.
• Able to lift 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Oversee home preservation projects from initial assessment to completion.
• Develop scopes of work, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Forecast third-party activities to meet annual team goals.
• Ensure paperwork is on file for contractors and track procurement.
• Manage budgets and monitor cost control opportunities.
• Engage with volunteers and staff; ensure safety and inclusivity.
• Maintain compliance with funding requirements and reporting needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Education

College degree in related field

Job description

Description

The Home Preservation Project Manager oversees all aspects of owner-occupied repair projects—from initial assessment through completion. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to quality standards, while fostering a safe and inclusive environment for homeowners, staff, volunteers, and subcontractors.

The Home Preservation Project Manager oversees all aspects of owner-occupied repair projects—from initial assessment through completion. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to quality standards, while fostering a safe and inclusive environment for homeowners, staff, volunteers, and subcontractors.

Core Responsibilities

Project Planning and Execution

• Conduct home assessments, develop scopes of work, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Forecasting third-party activities to help achieve annual team goals.
• Ensure that all required paperwork is on file for contractors we are working with.
• Work with Home Preservation Navigator to understand specifically the family’s needs.
• Work with internal staff for any grant reporting and tracking needs.
• Help ensure that Home Preservation procurement is in line with applicable funding standards.
• Help Home Preservation team in developing new processes and offerings to better serve our homeowners

Purchasing / Procurement

• Initiate and oversee bid process for materials and/or subcontractors for assigned projects.
• Maintain listing of active contractors, contact information etc. by trade.
• Utilize current project management system(s) for bidding and procurement process.
• Approve vendor / subcontractor invoicing.
• Track project budgets and expenses and monitor for cost control opportunities.
• Assist in procuring needed supplies to support event activities as needed.

Management

• Monitor third party projects for timely completion.
• Implement and manage quality assurance processes that ensure program is compliant with funding requirements.
• Annually review contractors for bidding process and growing the number of contractors to support our growth.
• Manage annual Rock the Block events and all activities associated with field work/volunteers.

Requirements

• Adhere to a policy of open communication and inclusive atmosphere.
• College degree in related field preferred.
• Three or more years of experience in construction planning and working with people.
• Understands and believes in the Habitat for Humanity philosophy.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills a must.
• Self-starter and ability to work independently without supervision.
• Speak and hear to give and receive detailed information through verbal communication in person, using the telephone, using email and/or at community meetings; exchange ideas and convey detailed information accurately to staff, volunteers, and others.
• Able to lift 40 pounds.
• Always promotes the highest level of professionalism and ethics.
• Demonstrates the ability to use commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
• Convey clear, concise information to others, using verbal or other appropriate communication techniques.
• Complete formal training plan and assignments as required.
• Treat others in a nondiscriminatory, lawful and ethical manner, respecting the differences among people, and the value they bring to GDMHFH.

Employee Benefits

• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid long-term disability
• Voluntary life insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity (GDMHFH) is part of a global, nonprofit housing organization operated on Christian principles that seeks to put God’s love into action by building homes, communities and hope. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply.