Manager of Housing & Building Initiatives - Residential Construction

Job Description

Job Description

Project Manager I

Are you an experienced construction professional who enjoys leading crews, managing multiple projects, and ensuring quality workmanship from start to finish? STEP, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager I to oversee construction and weatherization projects, provide technical leadership in the field, and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with program requirements.

This position combines project management, construction supervision, estimating, quality control, customer interaction, and hands-on technical expertise across a variety of residential construction and energy-efficiency projects.

This is an opportunity for a skilled construction professional to build a long-term career while making a meaningful impact in the community. The Project Manager I role offers the chance to lead projects, supervise crews, and apply a broad range of construction skills in a position where your work directly benefits local residents.

Reasons to Consider This Opportunity:

• Steady, year-round work with a consistent pipeline of housing improvement and weatherization projects.
• Predictable daytime schedule with typical working hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. , helping support work-life balance.
• Make a difference in the community by improving the safety, comfort, energy efficiency, and overall quality of homes for local families.
• Lead and mentor construction crews , providing technical direction and helping others develop their skills.
• Varied and engaging work that combines project management, estimating, quality control, customer interaction, and hands-on construction knowledge.
• Opportunity to expand your expertise in building science, weatherization, energy auditing, and industry-recognized Building Performance Institute (BPI) certifications.
• Work independently and make decisions in the field , managing multiple projects and helping ensure successful outcomes for customers.
• Use your full construction skill set , including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, estimating, inspections, and construction supervision.

If you're looking for a position that offers stability, leadership responsibility, professional growth, and the satisfaction of improving homes throughout the community, this role provides a unique opportunity to put your construction expertise to work where it matters most.

As a Project Manager I, you will be responsible for the daily management of assigned projects, including job setup, crew preparation, direct supervision, project documentation, and resolving job site issues. You will work closely with customers, subcontractors, and program staff to ensure successful project completion.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Completing audits and estimates to determine project scope and material requirements.
• Conducting in-home energy education sessions and completing required documentation.
• Supervising construction personnel performing electrical, plumbing, rough carpentry, and finish carpentry work.
• Reviewing project requirements with crews and providing field leadership and technical support.
• Ensuring compliance with building codes, permits, zoning requirements, historic approvals, and other applicable regulations.
• Performing quality control inspections and authorizing corrective work when necessary.
• Entering estimated and actual job costs into program systems for invoicing.
• Utilizing diagnostic equipment and construction-related instruments, including blower doors, combustion analyzers, laser levels, transits, and back-drafting gauges.
• Training program staff as assigned.
• Investigating customer concerns and ensuring project quality standards are met.
• Supervising multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining schedules and documentation.
• Supporting warehouse operations and physical inventory activities as required.
• Ensuring lead-based paint environmental controls and occupant safety requirements are properly followed.
• Participating in on-call responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a Housing & Building Initiatives Construction Supervisor II or experience and/or technical training in construction, building trades, or a related discipline demonstrating a thorough understanding of construction theory and techniques, including advanced carpentry, estimating related to weatherization activities, building science, or a combination of education and experience.
• Computer training and/or demonstrated proficiency with word processing and database software.
• Experience with or training in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.

• Construction estimating experience or experience in a related field.

• Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analysis Certification.

Benefits

STEP, Inc. offers a generous benefits package:

✔ Flexible health insurance options to fit YOUR needs

✔ Agency-paid dental, vision, and life insurance

✔ 403(b) retirement savings with generous employer match

✔ Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Account (DCA) options

✔ Short- and long-term disability insurance

✔ Paid Time Off (PTO) and Long-Term Sick Leave

✔ Paid holidays

✔ Optional flexible benefits