Construction Project Manager

Posting Description

The Construction Project Manager at Habitat for Humanity is responsible for overseeing and managing all homebuilding and renovation projects from inception to completion. This role combines professional construction management with Habitat’s mission‑driven approach, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and in alignment with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. In addition to managing professional contractors and subcontractors, the Project Manager will also coordinate and support Habitat volunteers, integrating them effectively into project schedules.

This position requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and the ability to use Red Team Software to manage every aspect of construction projects, from budgeting to scheduling to reporting.

The Construction Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for homeowners, volunteers, contractors, and stakeholders, ensuring every build contributes to Habitat’s mission of building strength, stability, and self‑reliance through shelter.

• Lead and manage multiple Habitat for Humanity construction projects simultaneously, from pre‑construction through closeout – between 10‑20 per year.
• Develop project strategies, scopes, budgets, schedules, and resource plans using Red Team Software.
• Coordinate and manage volunteer schedules, ensuring volunteers are engaged, trained, and safely integrated into the construction process.
• Oversee project teams, including site supervisors, subcontractors, staff, and volunteers.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements, while fostering a positive, mission‑driven worksite culture.
• Manage budgets, forecast financial performance, and ensure projects remain within scope.
• Manage contracts, negotiate change orders, and resolve disputes with contractors and stakeholders.
• Conduct regular progress meetings and prepare detailed project status reports in Red Team Software.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants to address design and construction challenges.
• Forecast project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Build and maintain strong homeowner, donor, and community relationships to support Habitat’s mission.
• Mentor and train junior staff, Ameri Corps members, and project team members to build organizational capacity.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive experience in construction project management.
• Experience in residential construction; nonprofit or affordable housing experience preferred.
• Proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, scheduling, budgeting, and safety regulations.
• Proficiency in project management software; experience with Red Team Software strongly preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines while maintaining focus on Habitat’s mission.
• PMP, CCM, or equivalent certification a plus.

• Strategic thinking, planning, and decision‑making.
• Leadership and team development (staff and volunteers).
• Budgeting and cost control.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Risk management and problem‑solving.
• Stakeholder, homeowner, and volunteer engagement.
• Results‑oriented with a focus on quality, safety, and mission impact.

Preceding job responsibilities or title, all employees of the Habitat Seminole‑Apopka affiliate have a vital role in stewardship of all volunteers. Everyone has a role in creating a positive workplace, while creating a fun and meaningful experience for volunteers. We honor the time, talent, and treasure of each contributor. Every volunteer is an extension of our workforce team, and together we build strength, stability, and self‑reliance through shelter.

All duties are performed with excellence with particular attention to customer service both internal and external. Internally customer service includes co‑workers, home buyers, Board of Directors, and volunteers. Externally customer service includes…