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Employment
Habitat for Humanity – New York City is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all its activities and programs including employment and promotion. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, physical handicap, veteran, or marital status. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Current Employment Opportunities Construction Superintendent Current Volunteer and Internship Opportunities
Internship Opportunities The Habitat for Humanity - New York City (“Habitat-NYC”) Construction Superintendent (“CS”) is responsible for overseeing all construction activities on Habitat-NYC sites and reports to the Project Manager. REPORTING DIRECTLY TO THE PROJECT MANAGER (“PM”), CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT RESPONSIBILITIES ARE AS FOLLOWS: QUALIFICATIONS: • A four year construction related degree is preferred but not necessarily required.• A minimum of five years of experience as a construction supervisor. • Work related experience in major rehabs. • Strong focus on safety and quality. • Understanding of residential mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. • Capable of managing multiple projects concurrently. • Familiarly with NYC Department of Buildings Codes. • Working knowledge of green building standards, e.g. LEED for Homes, ENERGY STAR, and Enterprise Green Communities. • Must have valid NY State driver’s license. • This position is a 5 day work week that will include Saturdays and/or Sundays on a regular basis. Salary Range: Commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package. Job Overview: DETAIL OF RESPONSIBILITIES: • Coordinate and implement all tasks required to establish cost estimates for residential housing repairs.• Develop a bidding methodology to effectively and competitively manage the bidding process for multiple projects. • Prepare schedules, scopes of work and pricing information for materials and contractor costs. • Solicit in-kind material and labor donations to reduce overall project costs. • Generate bid solicitations and provide Request for Information (RFI) follow up to general contractors. • Participates in seeking out and qualifying new general contractors and subcontractors. • Assist with preparation and execution of general contract and subcontract administration. • Oversee all necessary preconstruction work including: site assessments and assist in identifying permitting requirements. • Prepare construction budgets from site assessments, general contract pricing and direct material purchases. • The Estimator will be required to resolve issues that may arise in the development process to ensure the on-budget and timely completion of all assigned projects. QUALIFICATIONS: • A four year construction related degree.• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the role of a Construction Estimator. • Project management experience. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Understanding of residential mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. • Familiarly with NYC Department of Buildings Codes. • Must be punctual, able to work independently and self-motivated. • Capable of managing multiple tasks and be competent in prioritizing project needs. • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Project. • Experience working with affordable residential housing preferred but not required. • Familiar with Staten Island area preferred but not required. • Must have valid NY State driver’s license. Salary Range: Commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package. Habitat for Humanity-NYC seeks a highly motivated individual to assist in strengthening and diversifying its Brush with Kindness program while continuing to grow the program. The Site Supervisor is responsible for BWK implementation and logistics. The Site Supervisor also oversees the Site Leaders who lead volunteers on Brush with Kindness and as needed on construction projects. This is a part time position including weekend work, Saturdays and some Sundays. The Site Supervisor will likely spend an average of two days per week (16 hour work week with 8 hours days) on site ensuring the implementation of Brush with Kindness, compliance of all regulations for AmeriCorps and Habitat for Humanity and improving customer service while protecting the organizations brand. Please note, some projects may occur in Staten Island and be related to Post Sandy rebuilding. Detail of Responsibilities • Work with the Volunteer Manager and BWK Coordinator, determine scope of work and materials needed to implement and successfully complete approximately 40 Brush with Kindness weeks per year.• Supervise the AmeriCorps and Site Leaders to ensure projects and scope of work is completed. • Maintain the quality of the Habitat-NYC volunteer experience by providing orientation, leading volunteers when necessary and providing training on the BWK site to ensure that all work is completed to HFH standards. Monitor BWK sites for safety compliance and ensure safety protocols and procedures are followed. • Maintain ongoing tracking and filing systems for documenting all pertinent information related to BWK projects including site paperwork, assessments and volunteer sign-in sheets. • Pick-up and order supplies as needed from Lowes in addition to inventory of supplies in the van and warehouse. • Drive to and from sites with the HFH van to drop off and pick up supplies and ensure compliance with all HFH rules and New York City laws. • Assist members of the Volunteer Department with various other tasks to ensure Habitat-NYC continues to offer a top quality volunteer experience for all projects, such as capturing volunteer data and contact information. • Assist with mural design, sketching (if possible) and site planning to ensure quality work is achieved and sites are happy with end product. • Collect program evaluations from sites to make sure contacts are happy with the painting and program as a whole. • Arrive on site by 8:00am-4:00pm on weekdays and 8:30am-4:30pm on Weekends. • Ensure the sites are cleaned up and closed out the last day of the project by AmeriCorps or site staff and that all tools and material are loaded into the van and taken back to the warehouse, not to be left at the site over the weekend. Position Requirements • BA degree and/or 2-5 years of relevant experience in the non-profit/design/construction sector.• Excellent project management, leadership and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work independently. • Interest in community development/community service. Please email resume and cover letter with salary requirements no later than April 15, 2013, to ckost@habitatnyc.org and write “PT Site Supervisor” in the subject line of the e-mail. Faith and Community Relations Associate Job Overview: This position is a Monday through Friday position, including frequent weekends and evenings RESPONSIBILITIES: • Involve and engage NYC faith community and community based organizations in Habitat’s mission through volunteering, fundraising and advocacy• Manage and schedule weekly faith volunteers • Increase and enhance financial giving and granting opportunities from New York City faith communities • Organize annual special volunteer events (Building on Faith and Martin Luther King Jr. Build) • Conduct community outreach and maintain community relations in preparation for new and ongoing construction projects citywide and Habitat-NYC’s Sandy Recovery work • Support ongoing marketing for new Habitat homeowner families • Coordinate faith leader involvement in Habitat's various activities • Establish new relationships with local faith and community groups in focus build areas • Public speaking and presentations representing Habitat for Humanity - New York City • Involvement with faith-based and affordable housing coalitions in NYC QUALIFICATIONS: Please e-mail your cover letter and resume to hr@habitatnyc.org and write "FCR Associate" in the subject line.
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