Established in 1951, Mistick Construction is a leading Pittsburgh-based general contractor specializing in multi-family housing. We provide preconstruction and construction services for projects ranging from $5 million to over $50 million across Southwestern PA and Northeastern OH. Our work spans various markets, including affordable and market-rate housing, student housing, and skilled nursing facilities. We are committed to delivering superior user experiences and building lasting relationships with architects, developers, and communities. With a focus on outcomes and attention to detail, our collaborative approach has led to numerous award-winning projects.
SUMMARY:
Mistick Construction is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Community Workforce Coordinator. The Community Workforce Coordinator supports the hiring and development of local, diverse, and underrepresented workers on construction projects. This position serves as a key link between contractors, trade groups, community organizations, and job seekers. The Coordinator works to ensure workforce goals are met - including local hire, minority/women participation, by building pipelines of qualified candidates into skilled trades careers.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and manage outreach strategies to recruit individuals for construction-related employment opportunities.
- Coordinate with contractors and subcontractors to identify upcoming labor needs.
- Build and maintain partnerships with community-based organizations, schools, workforce agencies, and training providers.
- Facilitate construction career information sessions, hiring events, and site tours for prospective workers.
- Support job seekers with readiness preparation including resume review and interview coaching.
- Monitor and track worker participation to ensure compliance with project-specific workforce goals (e.g., local hire, Section 3, MWDBE).
- Maintain accurate records of outreach activities, referrals, placements, and compliance data using workforce tracking systems.
- Prepare and present regular reports to project teams, general contractors, and public agency stakeholders.
- Act as a visible representative of the company at workforce-related meetings, community forums, and other engagements.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in workforce development, social services, construction management, public administration, or related field preferred - or equivalent experience in workforce coordination or construction hiring.
- Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in workforce development, union coordination, or construction job placement.
- Strong knowledge of construction career pathways and labor compliance requirements.
- Experience working with diverse populations and underrepresented communities in the skilled trades.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with tracking tools (e.g., LCPtracker, Elation Systems, or similar platforms).
- Ability to travel to job sites, community meetings, and partner offices as needed.
**All offers of employment are contigent upon the successful completion of a background check, drug screen, and physical.**
Mistick Construction is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Mistick Construction recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, marital status, or citizenship status.