Vice President of Construction

Bend-Redmond Habitat; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity in Bend, Oregon is seeking an experienced, collaborative Vice President of Construction to lead our development and construction work from land acquisition through home completion and warranty.

This senior leadership role oversees our construction team, builds strong community partnerships and helps create a pipeline of financially viable, sustainable affordable homeownership opportunities.

Qualifications

• Seven+ years of construction experience, including at least three years in land acquisition, development and permitting.
• Knowledge of affordable homeownership development and finance.
• Experience working with brokers, real estate investors, community representatives, lenders and other development partners.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, contracts and deadlines.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings and specifications.
• Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to communicate findings clearly.
• Ability to build effective relationships across teams and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and construction from land due diligence and acquisition through occupancy and warranty.
• Oversee design, permitting, project schedules and construction budgets to ensure milestones are met.
• Build and maintain partnerships with public agencies, community partners and internal stakeholders.
• Mentor and coach construction team members to deliver high-quality homes.
• Ensure projects adhere to approved plans, regulations, and construction processes.

Job description

Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity Vice President of Real Estate and Construction Bend, OR·Full time Company website Apply for Vice President of Real Estate and Construction

We are seeking an experienced, collaborative Vice President of Construction to lead our development and construction work from land acquisition through home completion and warranty. This senior leadership role oversees our construction team, builds strong community partnerships and helps create a pipeline of financially viable, sustainable affordable homeownership opportunities.

About Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity

At Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity, we believe that everyone deserves a place to call home—a safe, stable, and healthy environment where families can thrive and communities can flourish. Since 1989, we have partnered with over 250 families to make homeownership possible and revitalized 145 homes, transforming the lives of more than 1,100 children and adults.

Description

Together, we build opportunity

At Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity, we bring people together to expand access to affordable homeownership and build stronger communities across Central Oregon. Since 1989, we have partnered with local families and individuals on their path to homeownership.

We are seeking an experienced, collaborative Vice President of Construction to lead our development and construction work from land acquisition through home completion and warranty. This senior leadership role oversees our construction team, builds strong community partnerships and helps create a pipeline of financially viable, sustainable affordable homeownership opportunities.

What you’ll do

Lead development and construction

• Lead land due diligence, acquisition and coordination with consultants, engineers and real estate professionals.
• Oversee design, permitting, project schedules and construction from feasibility through certificate of occupancy and warranty.
• Review project estimates, budgets and schedules and provide oversight of the full construction budget.
• Ensure projects follow approved plans, specifications, regulations and established construction processes.
• Provide support to the construction team in solving problems and keeping projects moving forward.
• Oversee undeveloped properties, fleet management, warehouse operations and construction inventory.

Mentor and support the team - Lead, coach and develop project managers and construction team members.

Build strong partnerships - Develop productive relationships with public agencies, community partners and internal stakeholders.

What you bring

We understand that women and people of color often hesitate to apply for positions unless they meet every listed qualification. We want to emphasize that we value diverse experiences and are committed to considering all applicants who bring unique perspectives to our team. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.

• At least seven years of construction experience, including at least three years of property acquisition, development and permitting experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of affordable homeownership development and finance.
• Experience working with brokers, real estate investors, community representatives, lenders and other development partners.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, contracts and deadlines.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings and specifications.
• Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to evaluate information and clearly communicate findings.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships across teams and with external partners.

Why this work matters

Homeownership can create a foundation for financial independence, opportunity and long-term stability. Our construction team turns that opportunity into something tangible by building and selling affordable homes in partnership with families and individuals across Central Oregon.

If you’re ready to bring your construction expertise and leadership to work that strengthens our community, we invite you to join us.

Opportunity starts with a home. Together, we build.