Vice President of Construction

We are seeking an experienced, collaborative Vice President of Construction to lead our development and construction work from land acquisition through home completion and warranty. This senior leadership role oversees our construction team, builds strong community partnerships and helps create a pipeline of financially viable, sustainable affordable home ownership opportunities.

At Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity, we believe that everyone deserves a place to call home—a safe, stable, and healthy environment where families can thrive and communities can flourish. Since 1989, we have partnered with over 250 families to make home ownership possible and revitalized 145 homes, transforming the lives of more than 1,100 children and adults.

Together, we build opportunity

At Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity, we bring people together to expand access to affordable home ownership and build stronger communities across Central Oregon. Since 1989, we have partnered with local families and individuals on their path to home ownership.

We are seeking an experienced, collaborative Vice President of Construction to lead our development and construction work from land acquisition through home completion and warranty. This senior leadership role oversees our construction team, builds strong community partnerships and helps create a pipeline of financially viable, sustainable affordable home ownership opportunities.

What you’ll do

Lead development and construction

• Lead land due diligence, acquisition and coordination with consultants, engineers and real estate professionals.
• Oversee design, permitting, project schedules and construction from feasibility through certificate of occupancy and warranty.
• Review project estimates, budgets and schedules and provide oversight of the full construction budget.
• Ensure projects follow approved plans, specifications, regulations and established construction processes.
• Provide support to the construction team in solving problems and keeping projects moving forward.
• Oversee undeveloped properties, fleet management, warehouse operations and construction inventory.

Mentor and support the team - Lead, coach and develop project managers and construction team members.

Build strong partnerships - Develop productive relationships with public agencies, community partners and internal stakeholders.

What you bring

We understand that women and people of color often hesitate to apply for positions unless they meet every listed qualification. We want to emphasize that we value diverse experiences and are committed to considering all applicants who bring unique perspectives to our team. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.

• At least seven years of construction experience, including at least three years of property acquisition, development and permitting experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of affordable home ownership development and finance.
• Experience working with brokers, real estate investors, community representatives, lenders and other development partners.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, contracts and deadlines.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings and specifications.
• Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to evaluate information and clearly communicate findings.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships across teams and with external partners.

Why this work matters

Home ownership can create a foundation for financial independence, opportunity and long-term stability. Our construction team turns that opportunity into something tangible by building and selling affordable homes in partnership with families and individuals across Central Oregon.

If you’re ready to bring your construction expertise and leadership to work that strengthens our community, we invite you to join us.

Opportunity starts with a home. Together, we build.