Disaster Home Repair Project Manager

Job Description:
The Housing Assistance Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable individual to join our non-profit organization as a Home Repair Project Manager. This position will primarily focus on overseeing home repair projects in accordance with grant guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Inspections & Work Write-Ups: Conduct inspections and create detailed work write-ups for repairs, ensuring they align with grant guidelines. Use estimation software, historical data, and construction knowledge to produce accurate cost estimates and budgets.
• Specification Preparation: Provide clear and precise write-up specifications with quantity and dimension details, enabling contractors and vendors to accurately estimate bids during the procurement process.
• Grant Compliance: Become well-versed in grant guidelines, including client eligibility, budget constraints, and construction and documentation requirements.
• Project Development: Work with the Home Repair Team to develop comprehensive project outlines, budgets, and timelines, ensuring all projects adhere to planned schedules and budgets.
• Contractor/Vendor Communication: Schedule and maintain open lines of communication with contractors and vendors throughout the duration of the projects. Conduct site visits as necessary to inspect and oversee the progress of ongoing repairs.
• Permitting: File for necessary permits to ensure all projects comply with local regulations and requirements.
• Volunteer Management: Supervise and direct both unskilled and skilled volunteers on site as necessary.
• Contractor & Vendor Recruitment: Research and recruit new contractors, vendors, and subcontractors. Assist the administrative team with maintaining and organizing contractor, vendor, and subcontractor files.
• Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned to support the successful completion of home repair projects.

Qualifications:

• Experience in construction management, home repair, or a related field with a strong understanding of project management principles.
• Experience managing volunteers preferred.
• Proficient in the use of estimation software and knowledgeable in producing detailed cost estimates and budgets.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to provide clear instructions to contractors and vendors.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team while also demonstrating independence in managing assigned projects.
• Knowledge of local building codes, permitting processes, and grant compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with nonprofit organizations and grant-funded projects is a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $26