Company Description

The Housing Authority of the City of Shreveport (HACS) provides quality affordable housing to low-income families and individuals through the effective and efficient administration of housing assistance programs. 

Job Description

As a Construction Project Manager & YouthBuild Trainer at the Housing Authority of the City of Shreveport (HACS), you will play a dual role in overseeing construction projects related to housing development and providing hands-on construction training to YouthBuild participants. Your responsibilities will include managing construction projects, coordinating with various stakeholders, ensuring regulatory compliance, and mentoring young adults to develop basic construction skills.

Responsibilities:

Construction Project Management:

- Develop comprehensive project plans for housing development and improvement initiatives.

- Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and internal departments to ensure project execution aligns with specifications.

- Monitor project costs, track expenses, and maintain adherence to budgets.

- Ensure compliance with building codes, regulations, and safety standards, including permits and licenses.

- Establish and implement quality control measures to ensure construction work meets required standards.

- Identify and assess potential project risks, developing strategies to mitigate them.

- Lead project teams, providing guidance, direction, and support.

- Maintain accurate project documentation and prepare status reports.

- Foster positive relationships with stakeholders for effective communication and collaboration.

- Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance project outcomes.

YouthBuild Training:

- Assist in teaching various construction skills to YouthBuild participants.

- Provide personal and vocational counseling, focusing on leadership development.

- Evaluate student knowledge and skills in construction, contributing to project-based curriculum development.

- Oversee construction site safety, interface with subcontractors, and ensure safe production.

- Teach proper use and handling of hand and power tools and equipment.

- Assist in overall safety enforcement and material procurement.

- Keep track of tools and equipment usage on a daily basis.

- Attend staff meetings and coordinate plans with other YouthBuild staff.

- Act as a mentor to YouthBuild trainees each program cycle.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field. Relevant certifications and licenses are a plus.

- Proven experience in construction project management, preferably in the housing or real estate sector.

- Strong knowledge of construction processes, building codes, regulations, and safety standards.

- Proficiency in project management software and tools.

- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects.

- Strong leadership and team management abilities.

- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

- Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

- High school education with Journeyman/Journeywoman-level building trades experience.

- Seven years of overall construction experience and some experience in training others.

- Knowledge of basic codes for the city or town.

- Strong commitment to helping young people succeed in reorienting their lives and building leadership skills.

Qualifications

- Construction Management

- Bachelor's degree

- 5 years experience in construction management

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.