Construction Superintendent

About Habitat for Humanity Portland Region

Habitat for Humanity Portland Region believes everyone deserves a stable and affordable home. Founded in 1981, we build and repair homes in partnership with over 3,000 people across the Portland region. We operate out of three offices and multiple construction sites in Portland, Hillsboro, King City, Gresham, and Lake Oswego. We are committed to equitable, anti‑racist practices in all aspects of our organization.

• Lead all site construction activities for assigned sites to take a Habitat development from breaking ground through vertical construction to certificates of occupancy and homebuyer move‑in.
• Supervise Habitat team members assigned to the site.
• Collaborate with the project management team to identify and deliver required training.
• Lead regular pre‑construction meetings according to established procedures.
• Work with site team members to create a positive, safe, and productive experience for volunteers.
• Participate in project, departmental, and organizational meetings.

• Learn and comply with all Habitat and OSHA safety standards and procedures.
• Conduct quality inspections on all work according to established procedures.
• Lead regular site safety meetings.

• Coordinate all activities closely with the project management team.
• Schedule and supervise all trades working on site.
• Keep project schedule updated per established requirements: weekly during site development phase, daily during the vertical construction phase.
• Gain and maintain a thorough understanding of all project requirements, plans, and specifications.
• Participate in established review process for plans, scopes of work, and contracts.
• Review completed work and associated invoices to determine if invoices are ready for payment.

• Determine the scopes of work to be completed by volunteers.
• In partnership with Assistant Superintendent(s), create a positive, safe, and productive experience for volunteers.
• In partnership with Assistant Superintendent(s), create a positive learning environment for homeowners on site.
• Communicate and coordinate with the Home ownership Team within Habitat to provide updates on project schedule to allow for timely home sales.

• 5+ years of field management experience in residential or commercial construction with increasing scope and responsibility.
• Familiarity and direct experience with project management and scheduling.
• 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 or multifamily construction.
• Working knowledge of the current Oregon Residential Specialty Code (ORSC).
• Excellent math skills related to daily work.
• Ability to assess the capabilities of others and teach basic construction techniques to homeowners and volunteers with various skill levels.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to adapt to changes.
• Excellent oral communication skills; effective with diverse audiences.
• Commitment to affordable housing development and the mission of Habitat.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing (required for a motor vehicle record check).

• Certification or degree in Building Construction Technology, Construction Management, or Construction Project Management.
• Licensed journeyman worker in Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, or Mechanical.
• Experience in architectural design, drafting, or related technical drawings for residential construction.
• Experience working with volunteers.
• Additional certifications such as Sustainable Home Professional, OSHA 30.
• Experience with Procore and/or Smartsheets.
• Bilingual in Spanish.

• Workday primarily at an assigned construction site.
• May involve climbing ladders, standing, bending, reaching, and kneeling in various weather conditions.
• Frequent lifting, moving, or loading items over 50 lbs (with assistance).
• Use of standard office equipment when traveling between sites or completing documentation.

• 40‑hour work week, generally Monday‑Friday 7:00 am‑3:30 pm.