What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Foreman position at Habitat for Humanity of the Lowcountry?
Job Summary
The Construction Foreman is responsible for assisting the Superintendent with labor and oversight of volunteers in the construction of homes for local families. Duties include site preparation, foundation systems, rough framing, window and door installation, weatherproofing, siding, interior and exterior painting, flooring installation and landscaping. The Foreman must possess these skills as well as be able to lead volunteers in completing these tasks.
Providing a quality volunteer experience is a key element of Habitat’s mission. The Construction Foreman helps supervise work teams onsite and must be mindful of their diverse abilities by assigning work that can be accomplished successfully.
Job Responsibilities
- Assist Construction Superintendent in daily activities
- Perform and lead volunteers with hands-on home construction work across a variety of skills, including site preparation, foundation systems, rough framing and decking, hanging drywall, window and door installation, weatherproofing, siding, interior and exterior painting, flooring installation and landscaping
- Ensure the proper quantity and types of tools required for the day’s tasks are available to volunteers
- Maintain well-organized storage units and jobsite
- Coordinate with other staff, subcontractors and vendors to assure timely completion of construction projects
- Implement safety practices and ensure that all employees, subcontractors, and volunteers adhere to these standards
- Adhere to OSHA standards and practices
- Pick up materials and supplies and unload deliveries
- Provide general maintenance work
- Maintain work vehicle, tools, and equipment
- Maintain a supply of volunteer release forms and help manage the volunteer sign-in process and forms
- Together with site staff, lead volunteer workdays in basic carpentry and construction tasks, including workday preparation, skills and safety training, and close volunteer supervision and engagement throughout the workday
- Help recruit volunteers for special projects
- Assist with fundraising and other special events (e.g., house dedications and wall raisings)
- Assist Superintendent in conducting quality control evaluations
Education, Experience, Knowledge & Skills:
- Strong residential construction background, minimum of 3 years of related job experience
- Ability to work across a wide range of home building tasks including: rough framing and decking, hanging drywall, window and door installation, weatherproofing, siding, interior and exterior painting, flooring installation and landscaping
- Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills
- Demonstrated experience managing tasks and projects
- Basic computer and tech competencies; ability to check and send emails
- Understanding of the Habitat for Humanity philosophy and the desire to promote it
- Professional attitude and strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with volunteers and in diverse populations
- Ability to maintain posture of respect and compassion when working with people who are in difficult life circumstances
- Valid driver’s license with no major violations in the last 3 years
- Ability to read drawings
- Understanding of energy efficiency and house-as-a system best practices
- Knowledge of or experience in a variety of building trades: plumbing, electric, HVAC, masonry, roofing
- Familiarity with local building codes and permitting process
- Ability to obtain OSHA Competent Person certification
Physical Requirements to Perform Duties:
- Ability to perform all construction duties, such as: lifting up to 50 lbs; working in unconditioned workspaces in the heat of summer and cold of winter
- Comfortable working at heights and on ladders and scaffolding
To apply, send cover letter and resume to Adel Trevino at adel@lowcountryhabitat.org