Build Project Manager - Home Repair

Build Project Manager - Home Repair

Posting Description

At Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia (“HFHP”), we are builders who work alongside, not for others. We are driven by accountability and defined by our stick-to-itiveness. The BUILD Department directly improves the living conditions of low-income families by creating safe, healthy, affordable dwellings through the construction of new multi- and single-unit new housing, whole house rehab projects, and owner-occupied home repair work. The Build Project Manager-Home Repair is focused on owner-occupied home repair work and is responsible for developing work scopes and maintaining project schedules and budgets by safely and efficiently managing internal site staff, subcontractors, volunteer labor, and material acquisition in a manner that is consistent with applicable building codes, construction best practices, safety standards, and the overall goals of the organization. The ideal candidate will have: a strong foundation of construction knowledge; experience estimating for and managing multiple project budgets and schedules simultaneously; and a desire to improve home conditions for Philadelphia families.

Key Responsibility Area: Pre-Project Development
* Conduct home assessments to identify what repairs each home requires (e.g.: structural, roofing, electrical, heating and plumbing, etc.) in order to become safe, warm, and dry. Create build work scopes, cost estimates, and construction schedules that fit within the parameters of available funding, staff resources, and organizational goals.
* Use License and Inspections eClipse system to prepare, submit and maintain required permitting, schedule inspections, and track certificates
* Anticipate situations that will trigger environmental, structural, and safety hazards and take planning measures to mitigate risks to client health and worker safety
* Complete material take-offs and order project materials as needed
* Participate in planning and pre-construction work for new construction and rehab projects with internal directors and external design, architecture, and engineering firms on an as-needed basis,
* Serve as direct contact for homeowner from initial home assessment through project completion; clearly explain proposed project scope and timeframe to homeowner to ensure proper expectations regarding the project scope and program process are established

Key Responsibility Area: Construction Project Management
* Manage and coordinate all aspects of construction on assigned HFHP repair projects (may also include work in new construction and rehab work as needed)
* Build out and manage a detailed construction schedule in coordination with site lead carpenters, and other collaborative or supervisory staff
* Manage sub-contracted work: solicitation of bids and RFPs, scheduling, quality control, and establishment of work parameters through contracts, change orders, and notice to proceed orders
* Track project progress, budget-to-actuals, and other relevant project data in SQL database (e.g. Salesforce) and project management software (e.g. Builder Trend)
* Report on project progress and budget spend to internal staff and external partners
* Oversee site-safety compliance, ensuring that worksite and all workers on site always meet regulatory safety requirements
* Manage required documentation for project compliance: e.g. OHSA, EPA, L&I, etc.
* Demonstrate and uphold strong carpentry and building science standards for both staff and subcontractors; be prepared to occasionally do hands-on work alongside site crews
* Maintain a good relationship with all staff, homeowners, vendors, volunteers and others, presenting friendly persona and representing HFHP in a positive manner

Qualifications
Education, Experience, Knowledge & Skills
* Considerable knowledge in residential home construction and supervision, minimum five (5) years of related job experience which must include both field and supervisory experience.
* Experience building work scopes, budgets, and schedules using project management tools and programs, such as: * Microsoft Project, Builder Trend, Exactimate, PROCORE, or other comparable programs.
* Demonstrated experience independently managing projects, budgets, and schedules.
* Possess or is willing to gain necessary certifications in safety/first aid, OSHA 30, EPA RRP and BPI Energy Analyst.
* Experience with energy efficiency best practices and house-as-a-system philosophy is preferred.
* Fluency in basic Microsoft Office Suite, such as: Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams
Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills.
* Professional attitude and strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with unskilled volunteers and in diverse populations.
* Ability to effectively serve people of different races, religions, incomes and education levels.
* Exhibit the Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia core values, including “working alongside, not for”.
* Working ability to communicate in Spanish is preferred.
* Must have a valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation of personal vehicles.
* Must adhere to drug and alcohol testing policies.

Physical Requirements to Perform Duties
* Ability to perform home evaluations and navigate active constructions sites during all phases of construction which includes walking on uneven surfaces, operating and climbing ladders (up to 30 feet), and working in unconditioned spaces.

Benefits
This position is eligible for medical, dental, paid vacation, sick time, and holidays. Salary is commensurate with experience.

To Apply
Please send a resume and cover letter with salary requirements to Human Resources by June 26, 2026. No calls please and click the link.

Salary Range
$70,400.00 - $73,000.00

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About

Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry. The purpose and goal of Habitat for Humanity International is to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world, and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action. Habitat invites people of all backgrounds, races and religions to build houses in partnership with families in need. HFHI has an Administrative Headquarters based in Atlanta, Georgia, an Operational Headquarters based in Americus, Georgia and Area Office bases of operations in Manila, Philippines for our Asia and the Pacific work, San Jose, Costa Rica for our Latin American and the Caribbean work, and Bratislava, Slovakia, for our Europe, the Middle East and Africa work.

HFHI is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel for all our positions in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Function

US Affiliate

Auto req ID

10927BR

Position Category

Affiliate-Opportunity

Position Type

Affiliate

Geographic Location

North America

Location

Philadelphia, PA

Affiliate Name

Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia