Home Preservation Project Manager at GREATER DES MOINES HABITAT FOR HUMANITY, INC. – Des Moines, Iowa

The Home Preservation Project Manager oversees all aspects of owner-occupied repair projects—from initial assessment through completion. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to quality standards, while fostering a safe and inclusive environment for staff, volunteers, and subcontractors..

In this role, you will help to ensure those third-party projects are completed according to bid specifications and family satisfaction.

Core Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Execution

• Conduct home assessments, develop scopes of work, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Forecasting third-party activities to help achieve annual team goals.
• Ensure that all required paperwork is on file for contractors we are working with.
• Work with Home Preservation Navigator to understand specifically the family’s needs.
• Work with Intake Coordinator, Director and Grant Manager for any grant reporting and tracking needs.
• Help ensure that Home Preservation procurement is in line with applicable funding standards.
• Help Home Preservation team in developing new processes and offerings to better serve our families.

Purchasing / Procurement

• Initiate and oversee bid process for materials and/or subcontractors for assigned projects.
• Maintain listing of active contractors, contact information etc. by trade.
• Utilize current project management system(s) for bidding and procurement process.
• Approve vendor / subcontractor invoicing.
• Track project budgets and expenses and monitor for cost control opportunities.
• Assist in procuring needed supplies to support event activities as needed.

Management

• Monitor third party projects for timely completion.
• Implement and manage quality assurance processes that ensure program is compliant with funding requirements.
• Annually review contractors for bidding process and growing the number of contractors to support our growth.
• Manage annual Rock the Block events and all activities associated with field work/volunteers.

• Adhere to a policy of open communication and inclusive atmosphere.
• College degree in related field preferred.
• Three or more years of experience in construction planning and working with people.
• Understands and believes in the Habitat for Humanity philosophy.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills a must.
• Self-starter and ability to work independently without supervision.
• Employee must be proficient in office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, cellular phone, copiers, calculators, fax machine and other communication vehicles.
• Speak and hear to give and receive detailed information through verbal communication in person, using the telephone, using email and/or at community meetings; exchange ideas and convey detailed information accurately to staff, volunteers, and others.
• Able to lift 40 pounds. (did we decide this would be updated for PCP?)
• Always promotes the highest level of professionalism and ethics.
• Demonstrates the ability to use commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
• Must meet or exceed the ability to demonstrate the 5 values outlined below.
• Convey clear, concise information to others, using verbal or other appropriate communication techniques.
• Complete formal training plan and assignments as required.
• Treat others in a nondiscriminatory, lawful and ethical manner, respecting the differences among people, and the value they bring to GDMHFH.

We believe in taking care of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid long-term disability
• Voluntary life insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

If you're energized by teamwork, enjoy hands-on work, and want to make a real impact in your community, we’d love to meet you. You’ll join a supportive team that values growth, collaboration, and purpose-driven work.

Start a career that builds more than homes—builds hope.

Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity (GDMHFH) is part of a global, nonprofit housing organization operated on Christian principles that seeks to put God’s love into action by building homes, communities and hope.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you are passionate about customer service and making a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity.