Construction Superintendent 1
Habitat For Humanity Portland Region
Oversee on‑site residential construction, manage trades/volunteers, ensure safety, schedule and quality.
16 days ago ago
$60,497 - $74,109
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Portland, OR
Onsite
Company Size
72 Employees
Service Specialisms
Homeownership
Homeownership Education
Home Repair
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Utilities
Role
What you would be doing
construction management
trade scheduling
quality inspection
safety meetings
schedule updates
invoice review
- Participate in project, departmental, and organizational meetings.
- Activities may include frequently lifting, moving, and/or loading items over 50 pounds with mechanical or co-worker assistance.
- Schedule and supervise all trades working on site.
- Supervise Habitat team members assigned to the site.
- Conduct quality inspections on all work according to established procedures and requirements.
- Lead all site construction activities for assigned site(s) to take a Habitat development from breaking ground, through site development and vertical construction, to certificates of occupancy and homebuyer move-in.
- Learn and comply with all Habitat and OSHA safety standards and procedures to ensure a safe worksite.
- Lead regular pre-construction meetings according to established procedures and requirements.
- Participate in established review process for plans, scopes of work, and contracts.
- Collaborate with the project management team to identify and deliver any required training to ensure the site team members’ success
- In partnership with Assistant Superintendent(s), create a positive learning environment for homeowners when they are on site
- Review completed work and associated invoices to determine if invoices are ready for payment.
- Lead regular site safety meetings according to established procedures and requirements.
- Coordinate all activities closely with the project management team, including the Project Manager, Project Engineers, and Deputy Director of Construction.
- In partnership with Assistant Superintendent(s), create a positive, safe, and productive experience for volunteers.
- While in the job site trailer, you will routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
- Keep project schedule updated per established requirements: weekly during site development phase, daily during the vertical construction phase. Work with the project team and site staff to identify and address any potential delays.
- Determine the scopes of work to be completed by volunteers.
- Work with site team members to create a positive, safe, and productive experience for volunteers.
- Gain and maintain a thorough understanding of all project requirements, plans, and specifications.
- Communicate and coordinate with the Homeownership Team within Habitat to provide updates on project schedule to allow for timely home sales
What you bring
procore
smartsheets
journey license
construction management
osha 30
project management
- Excellent math skills pertaining to daily work
- Ability to assess the capabilities of others and teach basic construction techniques to homeowners and volunteers with various levels of skills and experience.
- Excellent oral communication skills; effective with diverse audiences
- Strategic thinking with the ability to adapt to changes
- Additional certifications such as the Sustainable Home Professional certification or OSHA 30
- Occasionally, you will travel between other Habitat locations or temporary worksites.
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Familiarity and direct experience with project management and scheduling
- Experience working with volunteers
- Licensed Journey-level worker in any of the following trades: Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical
- Working knowledge of the current Oregon Residential Specialty Code (ORSC)
- Experience in architectural design; or drafting other technical drawings/specifications related to residential construction (mechanical, electrical, or plumbing, structural, civil)
- 5+ years of field management experience in Residential or Commercial Construction of increasing scope and responsibility
- Certification or Degree in any of the following: Building Construction Technology; Construction Management; Construction Project Management
- Any combination of formal education, paid work experience, unpaid/volunteer experience, and life experience will be considered.
- Proven ability to take a project from plans to a completed structure, including reading blueprints, preparing material take-offs, and extensive knowledge of all phases of residential, multifamily construction
- Experience with Procore and/or Smartsheets
- This position is very active and requires climbing ladders as well as considerable standing, bending, reaching, and kneeling in awkward and tiring positions during varying weather conditions.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license in good standing. The selected candidate will be required to submit their driver’s license for a motor vehicle record check.
- 100% employer-paid premium for health insurance (medical, vision, alternative care, prescriptions) for employee; 50% premium paid for dependents
- 100% employer-paid premium for dental insurance for employee; 50% premium paid for dependents
- 40-hour work week, generally Monday - Friday 7:00 am-3:30 pm
- 100% employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 3% matching 403(b) retirement savings plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Generous paid time off: starting at three weeks of Vacation time; two weeks of Sick time; 11 paid holidays; paid birthday off
Information not given or found
Interview process
- application review begins after 11/21/2025.
- screening phone call or virtual meeting.
- in‑person interview with hiring team.
- possible second round of in‑person interviews.
Information not given or found
Security clearance- criminal record background check.
- motor vehicle record check.
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Company
Overview
1981
Year Founded
The organization was established in 1981 with a mission to build affordable housing in the Portland region.
- The organization relies on community volunteers and donations to construct homes for families in need.
- They offer a range of services, from home construction and renovation to repairs and critical home improvements.
- Habitat’s flagship projects focus on creating stable, safe, and affordable housing in the Portland area.
- The nonprofit partners with local governments, businesses, and volunteers to address the region’s housing crisis.
- The company operates multiple ReStores, selling donated goods to fund their mission of affordable homeownership.
- They serve a diverse range of individuals and families, prioritizing those who would otherwise be unable to afford a home.
- Habitat for Humanity Portland Region emphasizes the power of community-driven solutions to housing challenges.
- We commit to undoing systemic inequities and to being an anti-racist organization.
- We create opportunities for connection and community resiliency.
- We mobilize our community through meaningful action.
- We magnify our impact through enduring partnerships.
- We minimize our environmental impact and build a more sustainable future.
R-30 Walls
Advanced Insulation
Homes feature 2×6 advanced framing with insulation values ranging from R-23 to R-30 for walls, ensuring optimal energy efficiency.
2-3 ACH
Air Sealing Performance
Targeting ultra-low airflow rates, homes achieve 2–3 air changes per hour at 50 Pascals, significantly better than Energy Star standards.
U-0.20 Windows
Energy-Efficient Glass
Windows are triple-glazed with U-values as low as 0.20, exceeding code requirements and improving thermal performance.
60% Energy Star Lighting
Efficient Lighting Fixtures
At least 60% of hard-wired lighting fixtures meet Energy Star qualifications, reducing energy consumption.
- Partner with Earth Advantage; homes meet prerequisites across energy, health, land, materials, and water.
- R-15 insulated concrete slabs with Radon venting.
- ERV/HRV installed in every home; exhaust fans meet Energy Star standards.
- Use FSC-certified wood when feasible; source within 500 miles; low-VOC paints.
- Electric heat-pump water heaters or tankless systems where applicable.
- Low-flow faucets and toilets certified to WaterSense.
- Certified Energy Star builder partner; homes & condos verified via EPA inspections/testing.
80%
Homeowner Diversity
This figure highlights the significant representation of people of color among Habitat homeowners in the Portland region, emphasizing efforts to address racial disparities in homeownership.
- All Are Welcome: open‑door policy to all who believe in decent, affordable housing, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation or political views
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