Home Improvement Program & Energy Efficiency Project Manager

The primary purpose of the Home Improvement Program and Energy Efficiency Project Manager is to ensure owner occupied repair projects are completed on time and within budgetary limits. This position is responsible for scope creation, bid and subcontractor coordination, overall management, billing confirmation, post-build inspections and general oversight of multiple projects from start to finish. This position is also responsible for managing the contractor pool that supports HIP projects.

As well as completion of home energy audits, preparing audit reports containing energy analysis results, making recommendations for upgrades and/or services that will result in energy cost savings, and homeowner partnership/education. This position requires successful completion of pre-employment background, motor vehicle and other checks.

• Coordinate residential repair and energy efficiency projects from initial assessment through project completion.
• Conduct site visits to identify repair needs, evaluate home conditions, and prioritize project scopes.
• Develop detailed scopes of work, project budgets, schedules, and implementation plans.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality, budget, and timeline expectations.
• Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with Habitat Omaha standards and project requirements.
• Monitor active projects and promptly address issues that may impact project outcomes.

• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate competitive bids from contractors and subcontractors.
• Manage contractor relationships and coordinate project activities from bid award through final completion.
• Monitor contractor performance and maintain records of inspections, project progress, and corrective actions.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, professionally, and according to contract requirements.
• Process project billing and submit contractor payments in a timely manner.

• Perform residential energy audits and inspections.
• Collect and analyze field data related to energy consumption and home performance.
• Compare energy usage against standard benchmarks to identify savings opportunities.
• Evaluate building systems, mechanical systems, and electrical systems to determine energy efficiency performance.
• Identify health and safety concerns related to planned energy-efficiency improvements.
• Utilize specialized testing equipment and software to assess home performance and energy consumption.

• Prepare energy audit reports detailing findings, recommendations, and projected energy savings.
• Educate homeowners on energy-efficient technologies, building performance, and household energy savings opportunities.
• Answer questions regarding energy use, appliance efficiency, and recommended upgrades.
• Support homeowners in understanding project priorities and energy improvement recommendations.

• Ensure projects meet Habitat Omaha's quality standards and program requirements.
• Stay informed of current technologies, industry trends, certification requirements, and best practices.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Identify opportunities to improve project performance, homeowner outcomes, and energy efficiency initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

You ll help homeowners maintain safe, healthy, and affordable homes while reducing energy costs and improving long-term housing stability.

You ll manage projects from assessment and planning through completion and homeowner education.

You ll gain…