Construction Management Intern

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The Construction Intern provides support to the Construction Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, and Habitat homeowners in building homes.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assists in preparing the construction site for daily construction activities
• Reviews work plans with construction manager to determine required materials and tools
• Assists in retrieving appropriate number of materials and tools from the warehouse and transports them to the designated site.
• Serves as member of construction crew on the construction site
• Performs various construction tasks as assigned by the Construction Manager
• Works cooperatively with volunteers and homeowners
• Leads crews of volunteers and homeowners on the construction site
• Teaches appropriate use of materials and tools
• Provides feedback to ensure that the task is completed correctly
• Facilitate a positive and supportive atmosphere for volunteers on the worksite
• Provide safety and volunteer orientation sessions for new volunteers
• Assist Volunteer Coordinator with work schedule
• Maintain volunteer contacts as necessary

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Attend and participate in staff meetings when needed

• Job Requirements:
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds
• Computer skills
• Knowledge of internet navigation and email
• Punctuality
• Demonstrate success in the leading and managing of people
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Skill and ability to interact with volunteers, staff, and external customers, contractors, subcontractors, third-party consultants, and vendors in an effective and professional manner.

Preferred skills:

• Some experience reading and understanding house plans
• General knowledge of hand and power tools, construction sequence and safety procedures
• Public speaking ability/ interest
• Foreign language proficiency