Project Mend-A-House, a 30-yr old nonprofit in Prince William County, is currently seeking a detail oriented management professional to join our team as our Project and Volunteer Manager. The successful candidate will have the ability to work independently in a fast-paced and quick-to-change environment as well as possess a thorough knowledge of generally accepted construction practices and applicable building code.
Major Objective
To achieve successful completion of home repairs, safety and accessibility modifications for Project Mend-A-House clients through the supervision of a volunteer workforce.
The Project and Volunteer Manager will also work closely with regulating agencies, engineers, builders, contractors and the general public to ensure compliance to relevant building codes and standards as well as client satisfaction.
Major Responsibilities
Support the organization’s mission, vision and values
Properly handle, secure, and dispose of sensitive information to ensure client privacy
Report project status weekly to the Executive Director or as deemed necessary
Develop congenial relationships with office colleagues, volunteers, board members, and organization supporters
Project Management
Assess and identify project scope of work
Submit a financial estimate of each project for approval
Obtain all needed permits
Assure all projects are completed appropriately
Take photos of projects and volunteers at work before, during and after project
Coordinate storage and upkeep of warehouse, loan closet items, tools and materials
Volunteer Management
Assist in the recruitment of new volunteers
Provide volunteer orientation
Educate volunteers about required paperwork (receipts, completion forms, etc.)
Effectively communicate scope of work for each project to volunteers
Train volunteers in necessary construction skills and techniques
Client Management
Work closely with client on project parameters and scope, ensuring project stays within assessment
Manage client expectations
Obtain client signature on relevant forms including assessment and completion forms
Administrative and Managerial Tasks
Respond to all voicemails and emails within 2 business days
Submit required paperwork, including relevant receipts, within 48 hours
Identify as PMAH staff with either nametag or shirt when on projects
Follow PMAH procurement policy
Ensure that work vehicle(s) are inspected and maintained
Other duties as assigned by Executive Director
Qualifications
Have Contractor B license or be able and willing to get one
Have at least 2 years’ experience in construction
Have at least 2 years’ experience in a management capacity
Have strong written and verbal communication skills
Have knowledge of computer (MS Word, Excel, data entry and reporting)
Be willing and able to learn new technology
Supervisor
Executive Director
Hours and Salary
Hours: 40 hours/within 7 day work week, Salary: negotiable
About Project Mend-A-House
Project Mend-A-House is a 501(c)3 operating in Prince William County and the Cities of Manassas and Manassas Park. We provide FREE home repairs to low-income people as well as free or reduced price safety modifications to seniors, people with disabilities and veterans; all with the goal of helping them remain safe and independent in their homes. Throughout its 30 year history, Project Mend-A-House volunteers have completed over 300 ramps and over 10,000 safety repairs and modifications, donating close to 200,000 man-hours!
PMAH is proud of our success in helping people to remain in their own homes as long as possible. The ramps that our volunteers build mean a world of difference to our local area residents. One day they are home-bound and the next day they are independent. Some residents have a fear of falling; but once volunteers install grab bars or a hand rail, they feel safe. The free home repairs we provide can mean the difference between shelter and homelessness for many residents. It’s about restoring dignity and quality of life while alleviating fears, both financial and physical.
We solicit the skills of volunteer carpenters, plumbers, electricians, painters, gardeners and others, matching them with people in need of minor home repairs and safety modifications. The repairs we do lead to significant improvements in the quality of life for area residents. Each year over 100 volunteers give more than 6000 hours of their time on over 400 projects. Projects may include simple to moderate home repairs, safety modifications and building handicap accessible ramps.
Project Mend-A-House is a member of the Prince William Chamber of Commerce and has received the Best Practices Award Honorable Mention from the Commonwealth Council on Aging for it’s fall prevention and home repair programs.
How to apply
If you want to make a profound difference in someone’s life and in your community, please submit your resume to director@pmahweb.org or fax to 703-792-7663. Please reference the position title in the subject line of emails.