Director of Construction and Land Development

Winston-Salem, NC

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Description

Description

Director of Construction and Land Development 70-80K
Habitat for Humanity of Forsyth County

Core Responsibilities

Develop and manage housing construction and repair programs for growing Habitat for Humanity affiliate, to include:
Develop and/or approve new house designs, site plans, remodel and repair standards
Evaluate and recommend new construction, remodel and repair methods and operations
Continue to investigate and implement construction technologies to improve energy efficiency, lower overall cost of ownership and maintenance for homeowners
Develop and oversee relationships with subcontractors, vendors, suppliers
Oversee construction budget and ensure overall cost efficiency of building program
Ensure compliance with building codes, regulations and other guidelines to ensure highest quality and safety of construction
Promote innovation in energy efficiency designs and construction practices to meet or exceed NC System Vision standards
Develop and ensure construction operational efficiency to ensure that affiliate continues to grow the capacity to serve families, neighborhoods and communities
Oversee property acquisition and land development functions
Provide direct supervision of Construction Site Managers and overall supervision of construction staff and ensure accountability of staff in achieving goals
Develop training and operational strategies for staff and experienced volunteer leadership to grow volunteer capacity to meet growing needs
Provide ongoing accounting of construction costs to Executive Director and Director of Finance and Administration
Provide leadership representing the construction program on Management Team, the Board of Directors and various external constituencies
Seek continuous improvement in in construction operations and provide management team with strategies and recommendations to implement

Requirements

Strong construction knowledge, with demonstrated proficiency in residential building and renovation
Strong knowledge of applicable building codes, OSHA and other governmental regulations
Experience with energy-efficient construction techniques, with desired experience and/or interest in green-building, sustainability, weatherization techniques
Knowledge of budgets and financial management tools
Strong knowledge of local real estate market and land development issues
Understanding of affordable housing issues and strengths and challenges of low-wealth communities
Strong oral and written communication skills; competent in basic Microsoft Office applications
Skilled in strategic thinking and planning, incorporating input from variety of groups
Demonstrated excellence in organizational, project management and administrative skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and with people of varied backgrounds
Commitment to core values of Habitat for Humanity, including service, collaboration, diversity, stewardship
Interest in networking with peers in construction field, including local Home Builders Association, other local/statewide groups, and Habitat for Humanity International

Educational and Certification Requirements

Current N.C. General Contractors License required
Minimum of associates degree in job-related or comparable field; bachelor's degree preferred
Additional certifications or continuing education reflecting recent trends in construction industry highly preferred
Minimum of 7 years of experience in construction and/or land development

Salary Description

70,000-80,000

Apply via link: https://habitatforsyth.org/employment/

ONLY CANDIDATES WHO FOLLOW APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.

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