Residential Home Repair & Warranty Site Superintendent

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

Position Title: Home Repair & Warranty-Site Superintendent
Reports To: Construction Manager

Build Homes. Lead Projects. Strengthen Communities.

Habitat for Humanity of Dane County (HFHDC) is seeking a skilled and mission-driven Home Repair & Warranty-Site Superintendent to lead day-to-day construction operations for our home repair and warranty program. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on the jobsite, enjoys mentoring others, and takes pride in delivering high-quality work that directly impacts local families.

Position Overview

The Site Superintendent is responsible for coordinating and overseeing all aspects of home repair and warranty projects. This includes managing safety, schedules, budgets, subcontractors, volunteers, and client communication—ensuring every project is completed efficiently, safely, and to a high standard of quality.

Key Responsibilities:
Project Execution & Site Leadership

• Ensure all worksites meet safety standards, building codes, and HFHDC policies.
• Manage project timelines and budgets; proactively solve problems to keep projects on track.
• Conduct home assessments to define scope, cost estimates, timelines, and resource needs.
• Submit permits and coordinate inspections with municipalities.
• Oversee subcontractors and ensure quality work through project completion.

Communication & Collaboration

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal staff.
• Provide regular updates on project progress and address concerns professionally.
• Maintain strong, positive relationships with all stakeholders.

Volunteer & Workforce Leadership

• Train, mentor, and supervise volunteer leaders and crews of varying skill levels.
• Foster an inclusive, productive jobsite environment.
• Support recruitment and retention of construction volunteers.

Site Management

• Maintain clean, organized, and safe worksites.
• Protect homeowner property and ensure proper material storage and waste management.
• Implement erosion control and environmentally responsible practices.
• Contribute ideas for cost-effective, energy-efficient building solutions.

Additional Duties

• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.
• Provide leadership support on new home construction worksites to meet team goals.

What We’re Looking For

• A hands-on leader who values teamwork, accountability, and craftsmanship.
• Someone who is patient, adaptable, and energized by teaching others.
• A professional who believes in Habitat’s mission and wants to help grow its impact.

Benefits:

• A mission-driven workplace where your work directly impacts families in our community
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Tuesday–Saturday schedule (year-round work guaranteed)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Flex spending account
• Parental leave
• Generous PTO
• 13 paid holidays
• 401K with 4% match
• Opportunities for growth and training (OSHA 30, forklift certification, and more).

Why Join HFHDC?

At Habitat for Humanity of Dane County, your work directly contributes to building strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter. Every project is more than construction—it’s a step toward stronger communities.

Apply today and help build homes—and hope—in Dane County.

Habitat for Humanity of Dane County values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

Habitat Dane is committed to equal opportunity. Employees and applicants for employment will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by law in any employment-related decision, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Requirements:

Qualifications Required

• 2–3 years of residential construction experience with strong knowledge of all construction phases.
• Ability to read blueprints and troubleshoot on-site challenges.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication skills and professionalism with diverse groups.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Teams) and construction/project management software (e.g., Asana, Buildertrend).
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred

• 2+ years of volunteer leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience driving medium-duty trucks and towing trailers.
• OSHA 30 and/or HFHI Competent Person Training (or willingness to obtain).
• Home Inspector and/or Lead-Safe Renovator certifications.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 60–80 lbs regularly.
• Frequent bending, squatting, lifting, and repetitive motion.
• Comfortable working on ladders, scaffolding, and at heights.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in varying weather conditions and uneven terrain.