Habitat NYC and Westchester offers existing resident-owned affordable buildings (like HDFC co-ops) high quality construction services at a fair price. Habitat NYC and Westchester’s Housing Preservation Program also offers these clients many pro bono construction services, including needs assessments, letter of recommendation, and scopes of work.

Construction Management Assistance Services

Through our Construction Management Assistance Services, we provide hands‑on guidance and owner advocacy throughout all phases of a construction project. We help plan, coordinate, and oversee work to keep projects on schedule, within budget, and aligned with the original design—reducing risk, strengthening communication, and ensuring quality outcomes from start to finish.

Project Guidance
Representing the Owner’s interest throughout the project
Project Planning & Strategy
Project oversight and schedule management
Stakeholder Communication and Coordination
Engaging, informing, and aligning all parties involved in a project—so that everyone is working toward the same goals, with clarity and collaboration
Constructability Reviews and Assistance with Value Engineering
Providing the critical bridge between design intent and construction reality.
Quality Control and Assurance
Observe construction activities to ensure they meet design specifications and industry standards
Risk Identification and Mitigation
Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies. Act as a proactive problem solver
Budget Management
Monitor costs, track expenditures, and manage contingencies. Provide regular financial reporting to the owner
Contract Administration
Review and negotiate contracts. Ensure compliance and manage change orders and claims
Owner Advocacy
Represent the owner’s interests in all meetings and decisions. Ensure transparency and accountability across the board
Reporting & Documentation
Provide regular updates, maintain records, and ensure proper documentation for close-out and future reference
Pre-Construction Program Development
Crafting a strategic roadmap before construction begins, including feasibility studies and budgeting
Bid Solicitation & Evaluation
Managing the process of inviting bids, reviewing proposals, and recommending the best-fit contractors
Contract Negotiation & Administration
Assisting with drafting, reviewing, and managing contracts to ensure fair terms and compliance
Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC)
Implementing systems to monitor construction quality and adherence to specifications
Project Oversight & Reporting
Providing regular updates, tracking milestones, and ensuring transparency across all phases.
Solutions Management
Addressing unexpected issues, offering recommendations, and facilitating resolution
Project Close-Out & Documentation
Ensuring all final inspections, sign-offs, and documentation are completed and archived properly