Manager, Build Days and Special Projects

Rebuilding Together Peninsula

Manager, Build Days and Special Projects

Redwood City, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Company parties

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    Do you like the idea of bringing safety and peace of mind to low-income, elderly, disabled and other vulnerable members of our community? Apply your project management and leadership experience, combined with your repair and strong interpersonal skills to support homeowners and make our signature volunteer events successful!

    As the go-to agency for free home repairs in San Mateo County and northern Santa Clara County, Rebuilding Together Peninsula (RTP) helps ensure homeowners have safe homes in which to live, and nonprofit agencies have safe facilities from which to serve the community. RTP helps preserve affordable home ownership and maintain the diverse fabric of the peninsula by harnessing the power of hundreds of volunteers and with support from in-house repair technicians. We seek a strong team player to manage approximately 40 volunteer-driven team projects annually.

    RTP has an operating budget of $3.5M and is one of the largest of over 100 affiliates of Rebuilding Together Inc., a national nonprofit. We partner with the approximately 100 families a year who turn to us for critical safety and health-related repair needs. We’re passionate about the impact we have, and value staff initiative and input to help best meet the community’s needs.

    Position Overview

    The Manager of ReBuild Days and Special Projects assesses repair needs, oversees the design of scopes of work and ensures they are a good match for the skills and interests of sponsoring teams. They also work in collaboration with staff–and the volunteers who lead projects–to plan and oversee successful execution of roughly 10-25 projects at a time. They ensure projects adhere to government requirements, track deliverables and ensure projects stay within budget. This is a full-time, exempt position based in Redwood City. Reports to the Director of Programs.

    The Ideal Candidate

    You should have experience designing scopes of repair work, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and be highly organized. You should also be able to

    ● juggle multiple tasks and be graceful under pressure;

    ● track and manage budgets and deliverables;

    ● work effectively with vendors, agency staff and volunteers to plan and execute ReBuild projects;

    ● manage the needs of vulnerable homeowners, including elderly individuals and those with disabilities;

    ● work occasional nights and weekends, especially during ReBuild Days in the spring and fall.

    You should also be

    ● a strong teamplayer who enjoys and works well in a small, team-based environment;

    ● results oriented;

    ● a thoughtful and effective problem-solver, especially where there may be competing stakeholder interests;

    ● demonstrate a client-centered approach with homeowners, agencies and volunteers.

    Minimum Qualifications

    The ideal candidate will possess many of the following:

    ● Basic skills in carpentry, plumbing, electrical and roofing

    ● Bachelor’s degree or commensurate educational experience

    ● Three years of management experience or equivalent or transferable skills

    ● Excellent attention to detail

    ● Ability to establish rapport, gain confidence and build relationships with individuals from a diverse range of ethnic, socio-economic backgrounds

    ● Strong communication skills

    ● Customer service mindset

    ● Familiarity with information technology and basic office software including Google Apps and MS Office

    ● Valid CA driver’s license and road-worthy vehicle with proof of insurance

    ● Pass a background check and fingerprinting

    Preferred Skills and Experience:

    ● Experience working in a nonprofit

    ● Familiarity with government contracts

    ● RRP or OSHA training.

    ● Familiarity with Salesforce databases

    ● Be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds without assistance.

    ● Familiarity with building codes, including working with local planning & building permit processes.

    ● Bilingual in English & Spanish or Chinese.

    ● Experience training in basic repair skills

    ● Knowledge of San Mateo County

    ● Basic budget management and accounting skills – accounts payable and accounts receivable.

    Estimated Start Date: As soon as the position can be filled.

    Benefits and Compensation

    Anticipated starting salary is $75,000-$80,000, including a generous benefits package (health, dental and vision insurance and retirement plan benefits). In addition to standard sick leave and vacation accrual, RTP recognizes 16 paid holidays and closes between Christmas & New Year’s. Flexible work schedules and some remote options. Paid professional development opportunities. RTP provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political belief or activity or status as a veteran.

    Confidential Application Process: Email your cover letter (Word or PDF document) summarizing your interest, fit with the qualifications and experience along with your resume to: Greg Bernard, Director of Programs at Jobs@RTPeninsula.org. Resumes without a cover letter will not be considered. For information about us visitwww.RTPeninsula.org. No phone calls, please.