About the Organization
As headquarters for the YouthBuild movement, YouthBuild Global unifies and partners with an expansive network of YouthBuild programs around the world, championing opportunity youth as they achieve their ambitions and reach their full potential. In YouthBuild programs, young people who are out of school and out of work reclaim their education, gain job skills and credentials, and become leaders in their communities. From training, technical assistance, capacity building, and innovative program enhancements to leadership development, financial stability, and narrative change and public policy, YouthBuild Global serves as a convener, collaborator, and catalyst for the entire YouthBuild movement.
For more information about YouthBuild Global and the YouthBuild movement, visit YouthBuild.org.
Consultant Position Summary
YouthBuild Global (YBG) seeks an experienced, skilled and results-oriented Construction Consultant who will collaborate with the YBG Department of Labor Program Impact team to provide high quality technical assistance and training for the construction component of local YouthBuild programs. This position requires someone who is currently a certified NCCER Master Trainer and has a strong foundation in construction skills as well as experience in training others to teach these skills. Strong attention to detail and project management skills are crucial for this project. The successful consultant will be able to manage multiple concurrent projects and work with various stakeholders effectively, comfortable working both independently and in a team setting.
Location: Remote
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Construction Trainings
- Review and approve resume experience and qualifications for construction trainers
- NCCER: Serving as Project Director (Master Trainer) for YouthBuild Global (YBG), leads the implementation of the NCCER Instructor Certification Training Program (ICTP), including co-facilitating training sessions, gathering field insights, and successfully adhering to NCCER sponsorship requirements
- HBI: partner with HBI Trainers to deliver robust training that includes key elements of the YouthBuild construction component
- OSHA 510/500: support planning with contracted OSHA authorized trainer
- MC3: partner with TradesFutures to promote MC3 training offerings to ensure programs taking the training have prior approval from their local Building Trades Council
Resource and Capacity Building
- Develop resources (e.g., webinars, toolkits, guides) in collaboration with the YouthBuild Global teams to enhance the construction training component and better equip YouthBuild construction trainers in their work to prepare participants for successful hands-on training and careers in the industry
- Respond to field inquiries and provide program support or interventions to correct issues
- Identify and develop technical assistance that links the development and repair of affordable housing to community service
Other Duties/Responsibilities
- Engages with partners, including NCCER, HBI, OSHA, TradesFutures, etc.
- Facilitates communication between NCCER and the Registered Training Programs (RTP) under YBG’s sponsorship
- Attend internal and external meetings and conferences, as needed
Applicants in any US state are encouraged to apply.
Education & Experience Required
- NCCER Master Trainer certification
- Knowledge of Construction pre-apprenticeship to apprenticeship models, certifications and licensing
- Experience with industry-recognized certifications and credentials and recommend relevant options to strengthen YouthBuild’s construction career pathway
- Familiar with trade unions, career technical education and vocational schools, and workforce initiatives
- A deep knowledge of and/or experience delivering the three Department of Labor approved Construction Certifications (NCCER, HBI, and MC3)
Education & Experience Preferred
- Minimum of five years' continuous experience in construction training, trade, or equivalent preferred
- Experience managing and implementing the YouthBuild construction component
- OSHA 510/500 Construction Industry Outreach Certified Trainer
Skills & Knowledge Required
The ideal candidate exercises good judgment, works well with a team, and has knowledge of construction; Has demonstrated strong relationship management, effective decision-making, presentation, verbal and written communication; is entrepreneurial, resourceful, and committed to YouthBuild Global’s mission and the YouthBuild movement; has technical skills including MS Office Suite software, database management, and project management.
Physical Effort Required
Candidates should be able to travel, up to 25% of the time, and infrequently be able to push, pull, and carry items weighing <20 lbs.
Contract period: January 26, 2026 to June 29, 2026 (22 weeks)
- 30 to 60 hours monthly
- Up to $100/hr - maximum 300 hours total.
