New Home Construction Administrator

Company: Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity
Location: Asheville
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity’s DEI Commitment affirms housing as a human right and homeownership as a foundation for generational wealth and social mobility. We also acknowledge that “bringing people together” is central to our mission. People with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds are critical to our success. Join our team and help us further our mission of building homes, communities, and hope. Pay: $27.00-$29.00/hr DOE Click here to check out our benefits package. GENERAL FUNCTION: Reporting to the Project Manager, the Construction Administrator is responsible for the timely, efficient, and accurate administration of Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity's New Home Construction Program. KNOW HOW: Committed to the mission of AAHH, the incumbent should have experience in the construction of houses with a thorough knowledge of sound construction procedures and standards, working with subcontractors and government agencies, selection of building materials and supplies, and current building codes. PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES: Submit and track all permits required for AAHH’s new home construction projects and buybacks as required. Maintain plan specific database of all material take-offs. Order and track all jobsite materials and supplies for supervisors and subcontractors, while utilizing bulk order discounts and GIK opportunities when available. Using bill pay, review and approve all new home construction project invoices before they are sent to the Finance Department. Update related house costs on Buildertrend software. Update Buildertrend regularly in accordance with job schedules and add new builds as permits are acquired. Maintain budget for permit and certification related costs. Assist in keeping and tracking meeting minutes for weekly construction meetings. Administer municipal and utility rebate programs. Coordinate Habitat “green building” certifications, standards, and documentation. Maintain registration of future habitat homes for Green Build Alliance. Order uniforms annually and maintain budget for construction staff. Assist with land development and subdivision design/permitting. Assist in maintaining a library of accurate house plans. Assist in coordination and documentation of (as built) drawings with supervisors. Assist in coordination of structural and technical drawings with consultants as needed. Provide documents, information and support to Habitat staff as needed. Coordinate w/ Project Manager, New Home Field Manager, and supervisors on providing jobsite materials and supplies from various locations, such as Builders First Source, Lowes, Home Depot, ABC, SRS, office warehouse, etc. Review and approve all new home construction project invoices before sending them to the Finance Department for processing. Assist in coordinating the Walk Thru with Homeowner Services, the Homeowner, Certificate of Occupancy (CO), the completion of homeowner punch list and warranty items. As needed, serve as Construction Supervisor. Assist in coordination of intercommunications between affiliate departments to facilitate the following: • Closing process and warranty claims with Homeowner Services • Gift in Kind utilization and special needs with Fund Development • Processing and tracking of invoicing and payments with Finance • Facilitation of needs, subscriptions, and resources with Operations • Signage and special needs with Communications Maintain, monitor, log, and organize on site and warehouse material supplies. Perform other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Commitment to the mission and values of AAHH High School diploma or equivalent, preferred Two or more years’ experience in residential construction or one-year full-time staff or stipend volunteer experience with Habitat for Humanity’s construction programs. Previous experience teaching or supervising volunteers or students preferred. Valid driver’s license with good driving record Effective interpersonal skills with a variety of people, personalities and backgrounds Able to give specific oral and written instruction and direction to individuals and groups Able to lead, manage, supervise and motivate individuals and teams of volunteers Able to plan, schedule, prioritize, coordinate, delegate and manage multiple activities Analyzing circumstances, making routine decisions, problem solve and giving direction regarding problem resolution Possess sufficient knowledge of residential construction to determine the materials needed, and schedule, coordinate and participate in construction activities including a working knowledge of residential building codes Able to use hand and power tools needed to complete residential construction tasks and instruct others on their effective and safe use Able to read and interpret standard residential construction blueprints and specifications Possess basic mathematical aptitude to calculate building measurements, quantities, etc. Certified in first aid and CPR (or able to be certified within three months of hiring). HFHI Competent Person Certification ( or able to be certified within 12 months of hiring WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The majority of the work is done outside on a construction site. Daily exposure to dirt, dust, dampness, construction debris, extreme temperatures, construction noises, fumes and odors from construction materials will occur. Must be able to: Stand or walk for the majority of a workday, including working on uneven surfaces Apply extensive physical mobility, including reaching, lifting, holding, pushing and pulling, carrying, bending, climbing stairs and ladders, crawling, kneeling, arm and leg extension Regularly lift 10 - 35 pounds: Occasionally 75 pounds or more See and judge distances and space relationships Independently operate motor vehicles Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Living Wage Certified, Family Forward Certified, Breastfeeding Friendly Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. We are committed to providing a safe workspace for all staff and volunteers. All candidates who have received an offer of employment will undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances, a sex offender screening, and criminal background check. Criminal background is reviewed on a case-by-case basis considering the severity, timeframe of the offense, and applicability to the responsibilities of the open position. If you require accommodation due to a disability to complete this application OR you are experiencing issues submitting your application, please email jobs@ashevillehabitat.org. Powered by JazzHR 0E2TOMoLMV

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