YouthBuild Construction Supervisor (Part-Time)

Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation, Inc.; Brooklyn (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation, Inc. in Brooklyn, NY seeks a Construction Specialist - YouthBuild IGNITE for part-time/seasonal work at Chestnut Commons Community Center.

You will provide hands-on training, supervise construction labs, and coordinate the external internship, under the Project Construction Manager and Construction Trainer, with a focus on safety. This role requires travel up to 50% and a strong construction background.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in the construction industry.
• Extensive knowledge of NYC construction industry and safety standards.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide part-time construction training and support to the Project Construction Manager and Construction Trainer in the delivery of hands-on construction training, lab activities, and worksite-based learning opportunities.
• Provide additional supervision and support during construction lab sessions, ensuring participants remain engaged, follow instructions, use tools and equipment appropriately, and adhere to established safety protocols.
• Serve as the primary construction supervisor for the external apartment renovation internship, providing day-to-day oversight of participants, worksite activities, safety practices, attendance, work assignments, and professional conduct.
• Assist the Project Construction Manager and Construction Trainer with preparing, organizing, and maintaining construction lab spaces, tools, equipment, materials, supplies, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain and reinforce high standards of health and safety during construction lab activities, worksite experiences, transportation, and external internship assignments.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Public speaking

Problem solving

Attention to safety

Tools

Construction tools

Job description

Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation, Inc. in Brooklyn, NY seeks a Construction Specialist - YouthBuild IGNITE for part-time/seasonal work at Chestnut Commons Community Center.

You will provide hands-on training, supervise construction labs, and coordinate the external internship, under the Project Construction Manager and Construction Trainer, with a focus on safety. This role requires travel up to 50% and a strong construction background.