YouthBuild Construction Site Manager
Construction Site Manager - YouthBuild
Classification: Construction Site Manager
Supervisor: Director of YouthBuild
Position Status: Non-Exempt
Supervision Exercised: None
Position Summary / Objectives
Under general direction of the Director of YouthBuild the Construction Site Manager enhances the effectiveness of the YouthBuild program by managing the renovation, rehabilitation, or new construction of affordable housing units and the on-site construction training of young adults. The Construction Site Manager is responsible for teaching young adults the skills necessary to do rehabilitation or new construction on a house and to provide supportive guidance and encourage the development of their leadership skills.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist program participants
- Help set standards for appropriate behavior and ways to handle problems on the construction site.
- Provide oversight of the on-site construction training by ensuring that trainees get adequate skills training.
- Ensure work-site safety, learning of safety procedures, and proper construction techniques.
- Deliver HBI-PACT curriculum in classroom and on-site
- Coordinate and monitor the progress and quality of work.
- Assist in the evaluation of student knowledge and skills in construction.
- When applicable, assist housing partners to identify and assess appropriate construction sites and alternative training opportunities.
- Inform supervisor about needed supplies and other materials.
- Provide quality classroom-based and hands-on instruction of construction skills including demolition, rough framing, roofing, drywall, finish carpentry, sheet metal, electrical, plumbing, painting, and masonry.
- Skills and Qualifications Must possess GED or High School diploma Minimum five years of carpentry experience and two years of supervisory experience preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
- Familiarity with the Home Builders Institute Pre-Apprenticeship program
- Ability to maintain an OSHA safe work environment, safely handle materials, and model safety practices for trainees.
- Knowledge regarding the essential components of design and construction.
- Commitment to the mission of supporting young people facing barriers to employment.
- Knowledge of hand and power tools, and their proper uses in the construction trade
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
- Must be capable of working with diverse cultural populations
- Must be able to carry and operate construction equipment safely, up to 40 lbs
- Use written and oral communication skills
- Must be able to pass a drug screening test administered by HACC's designated provider
- Valid Illinois Driver's license and be insurable under the agency's commercial insurance policy
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits: 401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Compensation Package: Bonus opportunities
Schedule: 8-hour shift
Work Location: In person
