Construction Project Specialist

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Are you interested in a job that helps your community and makes a difference in people’s lives every day? Consider joining Burlington Housing Authority (BHA) in Burlington, VT. We’re seeking candidates to continue BHA's success in promoting innovative solutions that address housing instability challenges facing our diverse population of low-income families and individuals.

Currently, we’re looking for a full time (40 hours per week) Construction Project Specialist to join our dedicated team of professionals. This position performs physical condition inspections of all owned and managed properties for assessment of capital needs and housing standards compliance, coordinates small to medium sized renovation and repair projects, and assists in the development and preparation of construction project bid specifications, requests for proposals and project requirements, manuals and plans, as well as other aspects of project management.

Qualifications

• Be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation within the greater Burlington area is required.
• Possess at least five years of experience in the field of building construction and facility operations including a good working knowledge of structural, electrical, plumbing, heating, alarm/fire protection systems, international building codes and ADA guidelines.
• Knowledge of modern methods, materials, and practices of the various trades, including carpentry, plumbing, and electrical maintenance and repair, and all phases of construction contract management.
• Possess proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Google Apps be able to read and interpret Design Drawings, Contract Specifications and have excellent communications skills, both verbal and written, as they relate to facility management, building construction and maintenance repairs.
• Previous construction project management experience is preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, excellent organizational and computer skills with an emphasis on Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat and Google Apps is a must.
• Be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, including standing, twisting, squatting and climbing stairs.

Special Requirements

Employees who are required to use their personal vehicles for work-related travel shall, at all times, have a valid driver’s license, registration, inspection sticker, and insurance, as required by state law. Employees must maintain minimum liability insurance coverage on their vehicle of $300,000.

Physical Activities

Occasionally:

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time
• Moving to accomplish tasks or moving from one job site to another
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions
• Operating machinery / heavy equipment and/or power tools
• Operating motor vehicles

Constantly:

• Communicating with others to exchange information
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned

Environmental Conditions

Occasionally working in:

• Low and high temperatures
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Noisy environments
• Hazardous conditions
• Poor ventilation
• Small and/or enclosed spaces

Physical Demands

Occasionally:

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting and/or standing
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more

BHA serves a diverse population of tenants and partners with a variety of community agencies. To most effectively carry out our vision of delivering safe and affordable housing to all, we are committed to cultivating a staff that reflects varied lived experiences, viewpoints, and educational histories. Therefore, we strongly encourage candidates from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals, and women to apply. Multilingualism is a plus!

Our robust benefit package includes premium medical insurance with a health reimbursement account, dental, vision, short and long term disability, 10% employer funded retirement plan, 457 retirement plan, accident insurance, life insurance, cancer and critical illness insurance.

We provide a generous time off policy including 12 days of paid time off and 12 days of sick time in the first year. In addition to the paid time off, BHA recognizes 13 (paid) holidays.

Interested in this career opportunity? Send a cover letter and resume to:

humanresources@burlingtonhousing.org

Human Resources

Burlington Housing Authority

65 Main Street, Suite 101

Burlington, VT 05401

BHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer