What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deconstruction Project Developer position at Re-use Hawai‘i?
Job Title: Deconstruction Project Developer
Department: Oahu Deconstruction
Reports to: Deconstruction Program Manager & Director of Operations
Collaborates with: Executive Director, Deconstruction Program Manager, Team Leaders,
Truckers, Kakaʻako Manager, Inventory Specialists, Dir. of Admin, and Comms & Marketing
Manager
Job Purpose: Sell our Deconstruction Services to potential clients by proactively garnering
Deconstruction projects. Ensure set budget and operating goals are achieved by advancing
sustainable efforts and objectives. Provide leadership that promotes a safe, balanced,
productive, cohesive, positive, and resilient workplace.
Schedule: Monday - Friday, ~40hrs per week
Compensation and benefits:
● $48,000 annual salary
● Performance bonus - 10% of monthly salary if goals are met.
● Paid vacation and sick time (accrued)
● Health/Prescription Drug insurance (HMAA).
● Elective dental and vision insurance (HMAA / HDS).
● $200 in-store credit & employee discount.
● Safety and professional advancement training.
● Dedicated desk at office including cellular phone, computer, and scanner.
● Designated pickup truck and select tools.
Qualifications:
● Outstanding interpersonal, time management, and problem-solving skills.
● Proficiency with computers, Google Workspace, and good administrative skills.
● Prior experience within the re-use or construction industry.
● Construction or building material knowledge.
● Demonstrate strong skills in organization and time management, positive
communication, motivational leadership, problem-solving, making timely and informed
decisions, record keeping, and team building.
● Experience facilitating information sharing and prioritizing in a collaborative setting.
● Ability to maintain standards of Re-use Hawaiʻi.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
● Respond to incoming phone and email inquiries for Deconstruction Services in a timely
fashion.
● Conduct site visits to collect information and communicate with potential clients.
● Prepare and implement deconstruction proposals, including estimating project costs and
coordinating third-party donation appraisals.
● Collaborate with Deconstruction Program Manager and Deconstruction Team Leaders in
all aspects of the Deconstruction Program.
● Apply proactivity to establish projects.
● Establish and achieve financial objectives by preparing project budgets, scheduling,
approving expenditures, initiating corrective actions, and change orders.
● Organize project databases and records including keeping project and admin files and
tracking project development activity and success.
● Maintain and promote the integrity of Deconstruction Services; including compliance
with federal, state, and local regulations and coordination with government regulatory
agencies.
● Meet weekly or as needed with the Deconstruction Program Manager for updates on
department needs and for reporting on all active projects and potential clients.
● Participate in management team meetings and leadership training.
● Collaborate with and practice good communication with the entire Deconstruction
Services department, as well as the overall organization. Participate in department
meetings and other meetings as assigned.
● Monitor public works and large private projects and pursue opportunities when reusable
building materials are present.
● Outreach to contractors, building managers, and other community members to inform
them of our services and to see if they have projects we can help with.
● Build and manage relationships with contractors, clients, community members, and
meaningful members of the industry.
● Carry forward the vision of the Deconstruction Services program by developing and
guiding the implementation of strategic and/or operational plans, projects, and systems
for the department’s mission fulfillment and financial goals.
● Produce monthly reports to assess the program’s success and challenges.
● Relay client communications including complaints to the Program Manager
● Seek out the Program Manager and/or other support staff for advice and feedback if
faced with a difficult or unfamiliar situation in the workplace.
Salary : $48,000