Construction Site Supervisor II
Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity
Build More Than Homes. Build Hope.
Every home we build creates new opportunities for local families. As a Construction Site Supervisor II, you'll do more than manage a construction site—you'll lead volunteers, mentor future homeowners, build strong teams, and help transform lives through affordable homeownership.
Our mission is to inspire and mobilize our communities to construct and preserve affordable housing for our neighbors throughout the Richmond region.
If you're passionate about residential construction, enjoy teaching others, and want your work to make a lasting impact in the community, we'd love to meet you.
Explore a Day in the Life
Want to see what it's really like to be a Construction Site Supervisor at Richmond Habitat?
Explore our "Day in the Life" flyer to get a behind-the-scenes look at the role, meet the people you'll work alongside, and see how every day helps build homes, communities, and hope.
View the Day in the Life Flyer: https://canva.link/fu65197g2xfa1nl
Why Join Richmond Habitat?
When you join Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity, you're joining a team that's committed to building homes, communities, and hope.
We offer:
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Paid holidays and generous paid time off
- Employer-sponsored retirement plan
- Professional development opportunities
- Mission-driven work that creates lasting community impact
- A collaborative team that values Equity, Integrity, Partnership, Legacy, and Fun
What You'll Do
No two days are the same, but every day you'll make an impact.
Lead Construction Projects
Lead residential construction projects from site preparation through final completion while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and craftsmanship.
You'll:
- Develop daily work plans that align with project schedules and construction milestones.
- Coordinate subcontractors, inspections, equipment, materials, and deliveries.
- Monitor project progress, identify challenges, and proactively implement solutions.
- Complete punch lists and support successful project closeout.
Lead Volunteers & Create Meaningful Experiences
One of the most rewarding parts of this role is leading volunteers who help make Habitat's mission possible.
You'll:
- Welcome volunteers and create an engaging, inclusive, and rewarding experience.
- Conduct daily volunteer orientations and safety meetings.
- Explain Habitat's mission and connect volunteers to the impact of their work.
- Assess volunteer skills and assign meaningful tasks.
- Teach construction techniques while coaching and encouraging volunteers throughout the day.
- Foster teamwork, confidence, and collaboration.
- Partner with Community Engagement staff to support volunteer events and build days.
Champion Safety
Safety is everyone's responsibility.
You'll:
- Lead daily safety briefings and job hazard assessments.
- Ensure OSHA standards and Habitat safety policies are followed.
- Monitor volunteers, employees, subcontractors, and visitors for safe work practices.
- Address unsafe conditions immediately.
- Maintain required safety certifications and documentation.
Coordinate Construction Operations
You'll:
- Maintain project schedules and daily construction reports.
- Coordinate inspections, permits, and subcontractor schedules.
- Verify material deliveries and maintain equipment inventories.
- Communicate project progress, risks, and resource needs to the VP of Construction and Project Manager.
- Utilize construction management software and organizational systems to maintain accurate project records.
Lead People
You'll serve as a leader, mentor, and coach by:
- Supporting AmeriCorps members, interns, volunteers, and new team members.
- Building positive relationships across departments.
- Encouraging collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Modeling Richmond Habitat's core values in every interaction.
Represent Habitat
Every interaction reflects our mission.
You'll:
- Build positive relationships with homeowners, volunteers, donors, vendors, and community partners.
- Represent Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity professionally on every job site.
- Create memorable volunteer experiences that inspire people to return and support Habitat's mission.
What Makes You Successful
We're looking for someone who:
- Enjoys leading people as much as leading projects.
- Is passionate about teaching and mentoring others.
- Communicates effectively with volunteers, subcontractors, homeowners, and coworkers.
- Thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrates strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
- Takes pride in quality workmanship and job site safety.
- Believes everyone deserves a safe, affordable place to call home.
Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or GED.
- Minimum of three (3) years of residential construction experience.
- Hands-on carpentry experience. Must be able to independently perform and teach others to perform basic carpentry tasks including:
- Framing
- Window installation
- Door installation
- Siding
- Flooring
- Drywall
- Trim
- Hardware installation
- Experience managing whole-home residential construction projects.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Working knowledge of residential building practices, codes, and safety standards.
- Ability to obtain and maintain Habitat's Competent Person Safety Certification.
- Ability to lift up to 80 pounds and safely perform work on ladders, scaffolding, and roofs.
Preferred
- Experience leading crews, volunteers, or teams.
- Experience coordinating residential construction projects.
- Construction management coursework or related education.
- Experience working with volunteers or nonprofit organizations.
Why This Role Matters
The Construction Site Supervisor is more than a builder.
You are:
- A coach.
- A mentor.
- A safety leader.
- A project manager.
- A volunteer ambassador.
- A steward of Habitat's mission.
Every day, you'll help build homes, strengthen communities, and create opportunities for families to thrive.
Together, we're building homes, communities, and hope.
Benefits & Total Rewards
Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity offers a competitive benefits package to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including:
· Medical, dental, and vision insurance
· Employer-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
· Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
· 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
· Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and winter holiday closure
· Professional development and growth opportunities
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
· A collaborative, mission-driven culture where your work makes a lasting impact
Ready to Build Something Bigger?
If you're ready to combine your construction expertise with meaningful community impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Join Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity and help us build homes, communities, and hope.
Equal Employment Opportunity & Applicant Accommodations
Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and dignity. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Need an Accommodation? Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity is committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the application and hiring process for qualified individuals with disabilities
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $69,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Ability to lift up to 80 pounds and safely perform work on ladders, scaffolding, and roofs.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Residential construction: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
