Construction Manager

Construction Manager

Posting Description

Habitat for Humanity of Whatcom County partners with local families, volunteers, donors, and community organizations to build and repair safe, decent, and affordable homes in Whatcom County. Through new construction and home repair programs, Habitat helps families build stability and equity in their neighborhoods.
About the Construction Manager Role

The Construction Manager turns Habitat’s mission into results on our build sites by planning and leading residential construction projects, coordinating volunteers and subcontractors, and ensuring that every home is built safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards.

Position Summary
The Construction Manager plans, manages, and oversees Habitat for Humanity Whatcom County’s construction and home repair programs, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to high quality standards while supervising a volunteer-led workforce.

Key Responsibilities
* Plan and manage residential construction projects (new builds, rehabs, repairs).
* Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and material procurement strategies.
* Supervise volunteer crews, paid construction staff, and skilled trade volunteers.
* Orient volunteers to tasks, tools, and safety protocols.
* Ensure compliance with building codes, L&I regulations, and OSHA standards.
* Obtain and manage permits, inspections, and regulatory approvals.
* Coordinate subcontractors for trades such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
* Maintain construction schedules and report project status to leadership.
* Manage construction budgets and track costs.
* Oversee tools, equipment, and materials inventory and safety.
* Collaborate with Family Services on home completion timelines.
* Maintain safe, clean, welcoming worksites for volunteers and visitors.

Minimum Qualifications
* At least 5 years of construction experience (framing, finish work, or general contracting).
* Experience managing construction crews and coordinating subcontractors.
* Knowledge of Washington State building codes, L&I, and OSHA requirements.
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with a volunteer-based workforce.
* Proficiency with project management tools and basic computer applications.
* Valid Washington State driver’s license and clean driving record.
* Ability to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications
* Washington State General Contractor’s license or journey-level trade certification.
* Experience supervising AmeriCorps members or volunteer construction programs.
* Familiarity with green building, energy efficiency, or ADA compliance.
* Prior experience with Habitat for Humanity or nonprofit construction.

Physical Requirements
Requires standing, walking, climbing ladders, bending, and lifting up to 75 lbs. Work is outdoors in varying weather conditions. Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be used on all job sites.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Habitat for Humanity Whatcom County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

How to Apply
Please send a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to hr@hfhwhatcom.org.
Application Deadline
First review of applications will begin on July 15, 2026; position open until filled.
Salary:
$80,000 – $120,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
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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

10955BR

Position Category

Affiliate-Opportunity

Position Type

Affiliate

Geographic Location

North America

Location

Bellingham, WA

Affiliate Name

Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County