JOB TITLE: Construction Foreperson

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt 

Date: October 2023

REPORTS TO:Director of Construction 

ORGANIZATIONAL MISSION 

Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope. 

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF JOB 

The Construction Foreperson(s) should be fully committed to the mission of Habitat for Humanity. In carrying out this mission, the Construction Foreperson(s) will assist the New/Rehab Construction Manager and Preservation/Repair Construction Manager with hands-on construction position building and renovating homes in alignment with the principles and goals of Habitat for Humanity of Springfield, MO, Inc. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PERFORMANCE AREAS - Other duties may be assigned 

• Engage and provide onsite leadership for construction volunteers to accomplish construction tasks. 
• Use in-kind materials and services whenever possible. 
• Take an active role in the building and renovation of homes (i.e carpentry finishes, cabinet, door and window installation).
• Facilitate maximum community involvement. 
• Produce quality homes for low income families that are built safely, economically and meet local building code inspections. 
• Assist Management with the development and implementation of various facets of the construction program. 
• Consistent and punctual attendance for work is required. Must follow the directives of the supervisor. 
• Other duties as assigned 

Construction Preparation 

• The Construction Foreperson(s) will assist Management with construction preparation through planning and organization of resources. 
• Communicate with Volunteer Coordinator(s) to determine volunteer needs and schedule. 
• Make sure the site is prepared, volunteer construction leaders are properly oriented, and all materials and tools are present prior to the start of each day’s activities. 

Construction Management of Volunteers

• Recruit, train, and guide key construction volunteers as “Site Coaches”; delegate project tasks to Site Coaches as appropriate. 
• Assist with developing and providing overall plan for construction for each home to Management and other persons as appropriate; 
• Ensure that Partner Families are productively involved in the construction process. 
• Provide HFHS Construction procedures for each phase of construction to the Site Coaches and volunteers. 

• Maintain safe, clean, and organized construction sites; train all persons on construction site safety procedures and ensure safety compliance on the site. 
• Be available at all work times during the construction/renovation of houses or arrange for a qualified team member to substitute. 
• Responsible for the care and security of property during construction; see that property, equipment, and building supplies are secured and properly maintained. 
• Submit construction purchase orders and receipts daily to the Construction Director. 
• Create a respectful and loving Christian environment on sites through inclusion of daily prayer/devotions at start of day (in absence of site host) and proper selection and orientation of Site Coaches. 

Construction Procedure

• The Construction Foreperson(s) will assist Management with directing and overseeing the workflow of the construction process. 
• Work with subcontractors as assigned to ensure timely, accurate and quality workmanship. 
• Oversee work teams and coordinate work team skills with various tasks. 
• Ensure all purchased materials and services are available in timely fashion and at most economical overall price. Coordinate with Management regarding gifts-in-kind. 
• Ensure that houses are built to local code or above those standards; order inspections as directed by Management.
• Conduct Final Walk-through with Partner Family as required. 
• Provide information on house completion and/or scheduling changes to Management.
• Ensure that HFHS vehicles, tools, and other equipment are maintained properly. 

Construction Information Management

• The Construction Foreperson(s) will attend and participate in informational meetings and communicate the progress of construction projects. 
• Keep Management informed of daily progress and all project concerns. 
• Be willing to attend Construction and Site Selection Committee meetings if requested. 

• Attend monthly Habitat for Humanity of Springfield, MO staff meetings. 
• Attend special events such as ground breakings, start of construction, house dedications, and fundraising events; attend conferences when appropriate. 

• Attend pre-construction meetings on request to help with House Sponsor coordination. 

• Ensure that purchase orders and receipts are submitted in a timely fashion. 
• Report percentage completion of all work items weekly for construction cost/completion report. 
• Maintain costs to budget for each house design; modify based on changes as approved by the Construction Director. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS 

• Commitment to the Habitat for Humanity concept as a Christian housing ministry; knowledge of and commitment to the HFHS core values, principles, and covenant, as well as willingness to work on a collaborative team. 

• Knowledge and practice of construction preparation, construction management, construction procedure, and construction information management. 
• Ability to organize building materials and volunteers; keep the project on schedule as a coordinator. 
• Detail oriented and possess solid problem solving skills. 
• Ability to effectively present information to employees, management and volunteers. 
• Able to relate to all types of people and levels in and outside the organization. Ability and skill to work with, retain, and motivate volunteers. 
• Ability to use email. 
• Ability and skill to work with minimal supervision and willingness to learn new skills. 
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and collaborate with staff, volunteers, and committees. 

• Commitment to a safe working environment following safety policies, guidelines and procedures. 
• The candidate must be self-directed, have excellent time management skills and possess strong communication skills (interpersonal, verbal and written). 
• Ability to move about the worksite while climbing, maneuvering on roofs and high spaces, and working in confined spaces.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED is required. 
• Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience in residential construction work.
• Cabinet, door, and window installation experience required. 
• Framing carpentry experience is a plus
• A valid driver license and safe driving record is required. 
• OSHA 10-hour construction safety certification is preferred.

BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance (full time employees) 
• Dental Insurance 
• Vision Insurance 
• Life Insurance 
• Simple IRA with Company Match 
• Holidays (including employee birthday)
• Growth Opportunities 
• Habitat supplies tools, transportation, work jackets, and steel toed boots provided. 

PHYSICAL CONTEXT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT / Physical Requirements Percentage of Work Time Spent on Activity

Seeing: Must be able to see to read documents and construction project plans, use a computer and conduct inspections at the work sites. 75-100%

Hearing: Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with construction staff and volunteers. 75-100%

Sitting: Must be able to sit for long periods of time. 0-24% 

Standing/Walking: Must be able to move about the work site. 75-100%

Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: Must be able to climb stoop or kneel to complete construction tasks and do safety inspections. 75-100%

Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: Must be able to lift and/or carry more than 100 pounds to move materials and use tools. 75-100%

Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to type on computer, use tools/equipment and handle materials. 75-100%

The work environment can sometimes include unfavorable environmental conditions including extreme temperature, precipitation and windy conditions. May be exposed to loud noise, dust particles, mold, asbestos, lead paint and other toxic fumes. May be working in confined spaces, on rooftops and with electricity. Travel to and from work sites as well as suppliers is required. 

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Also, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.