Construction Supervisor Intern at Habitat for Humanity NCM

Construction Supervisor Intern Location: Acton, Massachusetts Employment Type: Part-Time Internship Work Model: Onsite Reports to: Construction Manager, Habitat for Humanity NCM Organization: Habitat for Humanity North Central Massachusetts (HFHNCM) is a non-profit housing organization that has a 38-year history of building and repairing simply, affordable housing in out local communities. Partner families put in sweat equity in the construction of their homes then purchase at an affordable price and finance with interest-free loans. Mortgage payments are used to build additional homes. We serve 30 communities in the North Central Massachusetts area and we've built and repaired or revitalized over 300 houses with volunteer labor and materials that are both donated and purchased. Responsibilities In accordance with Habitat for Humanity plans, specifications, safety and quality requirements, supervise with specific construction activity and provide leadership to volunteers 3-4 days each week Work closely with project manager, construction manager and executive director to ensure materials and service needs are provided in a timely manner to the job sites, Treat homeowners with respect and dignity. Strive to make their construction involvement meaningful and educational. Help supervise job sites on each designated workday including tracking tools and equipment. Understand elements that contribute to successful volunteers and help ensure that volunteers have consistently good experience thus motivating them to return. Evaluate and implement good safety practices and constantly stress same with homeowners and volunteers. Work closely with vocational schools on joint build projects. Identify volunteer job/needs not currently filled and communicate needs to Volunteer Coordinator. Train all volunteers on site each day. Suggest potential advantageous building practices and material cost saving opportunities. Meet long and short-term goals established with Construction Manager and Executive Director Skills Required: Some knowledge and experience in the construction/contraction business as well green building and energy efficiency. OSHA-10 preferred Team building experience a real plus Compensation: This position may come with a stipend for hours worked