Director of Construction
Greater Rochester Habitat for Humanity
Rochester, NY
Description JOB TITLE: Director of Construction DEPARTMENT: Construction REPORTS TO: Interim CEO PAYROLL STATUS: Exempt WORK WEEK: Monday through Friday, weekends/evenings as required PAY GRADE: 11 General The Director of Construction is responsible for the project management of all construction operations across the tri-county service area of Monroe, Ontario, and Wayne Counties. This role reports directly to the CEO (Interim) and supports affiliate operations by ensuring safe and successful construction initiatives focused on the strategic vision of Greater Rochester Habitat for Humanity (GRHFH) . The ideal candidate is a high performing and motivated individual with a passion for affordable housing and mentorship in a safe construction environment. The candidate should possess communication skills supporting interactions with a broad spectrum of the community that supports the GRHFH mission. The Director of Construction must be a highly independent, results-oriented and organized construction professional with experience in engaging, empowering, and leading diverse groups of individuals. A key initiative of this position will be to refine, document, and standardize all construction processes and procedures – from site preparation to final punch list – and organize them into a centralized, accessible repository to ensure consistent homebuilding practives across staff and volunteer teams Essential Duties And Responsibilities Essential duties include but are not limited to:
- Serves as an active member of the GRHFH managment team, collaborating on growth initiatives and compliance while representing the voice of our construction staff in all leadership decisions.
- Develops and monitors the annual department budget and house production schedule; acurately identifying deliverables, outlining reasonable timelines, ensuring the team is set up for operational success.
- Responsible for direct oversight of the Construction Field Manager (CFM), the Procurement and Warehouse Manager, and the Construction Administrative assistant, ensuring all arms of the department are working in accordance with established performance metrics.
- Participates in the GRHFH Construction Committee, providing monthly updates on all aspects of the affiliate’s construction endeavors, facilitating engagement and productivity with committee volunteers, and utilizing committee input and experience to maximize the construction efforts.
- Manages relationships with architects, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure all construction projects are built within budget and in compliance with state and local codes using a pre-development review process to ensure success.
- Serves as the primary liason between the field operations staff and the administrative affiliate staff, communicating key objectives, schedules, and project feasability. With the support of the CFM, communicates accurately and in a timely manner any problems, delays, or impediments from the field as necessary.
- Anticipates and adapts to challenges such as weather delays, technical issues, or project scope changes while maintaining schedule, budget, safety and quality.
- Supports the land acquisition team through pre-development site assessment, providing detailed reports on project feasability and makes recommendations accordingly.
- Creates a strong culture of construction safety through the evaluation and implementation of all pertinent safety programs and manuals, ensuring compliance for all field staff and construction site volunteers.
- Works collaboratively with Safety & Facilities Manager in supporting both safety initiatives and facility improvements.
- Use and monitor compliance with HFHI and GRHFH approved standard construction contracts.
- Ensures compliance regarding proper cost coding for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, vendors, etc. while also monitoring project reporting, overseeing all project record keeping, and managing the material controls systems. Also ensures that houses are built to satisfy Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) construction standards, municipal and grant requirements, and both donor and buyer expectations.
- Manages the Procurement and Warehouse Manager to ensure timely purchase and delivery of materials, a competetive bid process, and quality control.
- Fosters an environment of safety, learning, and team building for construction staff, construction volunteers, and partner families while nurturing a proactive problem-solving atmosphere.
- Works collaboratively with the Volunteer Coordinator to maintain an effective and supportive construction volunteer network including regular volunteers and corporate sponsors. Evaluates volunteer feedback to ensure the construction work environment remains safe and a positive experience for all participants.
- Work collaboratively to support Development Department fundraising and friendraising activities, particularly as they pertain to construction operations
- Other duties as assigned
- Excellus Medical Insurance Plans with generous Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan available
- Dental Insurance Plans
- Vision Insurance Plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Life insurance, AD&D & Long Term Disability insurances at no cost to the employee
- NYS Paid Family Leave, FMLA & STD
- 1st year of employment: 12 days per year
- 2nd through 4th year: 20 days per year
- 5th through 9th year: 25 days per year
- 10th year and beyond: 30 days per year
- Twelve paid holidays to celebrate: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Indigenous People's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day
- Volunteer Time Off (VTO): Additionally, we find value in each of us making our own positive impacts in our communities. We will pay you to volunteer one day or two half-days per year to get involved and make a difference!
- Employee discount at any of our three ReStore home improvement store
- Partial phone reimbursement plan for qualified employees
- The reward of seeing your impact ripple outward - helping families, strengthening neighborhoods, and shaping a more compassionate world!
- Thorough knowledge of construction materials, methods, processes, and safety standards.
- Expertise in the properties, applications, and performance of common construction materials such as wood products, concrete, steel, masonry, roofing materials, insulation, finishes, and energy-efficient systems.
- Ability to evaluate and select materials based on cost, durability, sustainability, availability, code requirements, and project specifications.
- Familiarity with modern building technologies, prefabrication systems, and green/sustainable building materials.
- Strong understanding of construction sequencing, site preparation, foundation systems, framing, mechanical/electrical/plumbing installations, exterior and interior finishing, and final inspections.
- Knowledge of permitting processes, building codes, zoning laws, OSHA regulations, and local/state/national compliance requirements.
- Ability to design, evaluate, and improve construction workflows to maximize efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
- Ability to anticipate and resolve construction challenges, supply chain delays, site issues, weather-related risks, or scope changes.
- Experience creating and overseeing detailed construction schedules, budgets, procurement plans, resource allocation, and subcontractor management
- Strong critical thinking and analytical skills, accuracy, high attention to detail, and thoroughness.
- Superior mentoring, professional development, people management and leadership skills; evidence of leading change with positive outcomes; an inspiring team builder who engenders trust and builds commitment to goals and objectives.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; project management software experience preferred, Salesforce experience preferred.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships and work with people from a wide variety of social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.
- A minimim of 10 years of experience in the residential construction industry.
- A minimum of 5 years of leadership/project management experience in an applicable setting such as Construction Management, Real Estate Development, or related field required
- PMP Certification preferred.
- Valid NYS Class D Driver’s license with an insurable driving history required
- Ability to obtain CPR/ First Aid certification, Habitat competent persons training, lead abatement certification, and OSHA 10 certification with willingness to renew required.
- Must complete a comprehensive background check
- Prolonged periods working at a desk and on a computer.
- Ability to regularly lift and move materials up to 50 pounds individually, across various surfaces; occasionally lifting heavier items with appropriate equipment or assistance
- Work will take place in an office setting and occasionally at active construction sites, in varying weather conditions.
Posted 2025-11-21
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