Finance/Real Estate Development Project Manager - Chicanos Por La Causa

Salary is dependent upon experience.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Working alongside the Real Estate Development Director - To provide real estate development in a singular, systematic approach for all real estate projects. Oversee and coordinate the activities of project development related to the acquisition, design, construction, start-up and lease-up for multifamily, single family, commercial, retail, mixed use projects in the pipeline of projects in the Real Estate Development Department; including assisting in the preparation of project financial models and projections for review by third party lenders, investors and internal loan committees. Ideal candidate will also prepare bid packages, assist in grant applications, and requests for proposals (RFP) for contractors and consultants while establishing elements of evaluation criteria.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND COMPETENCIES:

To provide design, real estate planning and capital finance strategy during due diligence and feasibility phase of projects. Responsible for coordinating market analysis, project budgeting, capital finance strategies in order to manage project scopes, budgets and timelines. Knowledge of financial instruments and programs in affordable housing and economic development activities. Coordinate proper documentation for plans, specifications, budgets, contracts, ahead of any construction and then keep track of documents and performance according to the established plans. Support CPLC in negotiation of all consultant and construction agreements. Monitor the RFI, Change Order, Submittal, and Buy-Out Logs. Coordinate approval of all draws with the Senior Project Manager and ensure all permits are valid and on file.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree required preferably in Finance/Real Estate or related fields
• Ability to read and comprehend financial statements and budget.
• Minimum 2 years in financing programs including financial analysis, securing debt and equity, cash flow analysis, budgets and community development activities combined with real estate development experience. Strong understanding of planning and all architectural phases, familiarity with construction phase, and transfer/turnover of completed projects to property management.
• Have a strong analytical ability and good and high ethical standards.
• Coordinate with Real Estate Development Director and Senior Project Manager the assembly of the development team of professionals including architect, engineer, lawyer and general contractor, and coordinate their work with other team members in a variety of commercial to residential development multi-story properties - preservation and new construction.
• Skills should include successful development of team/client relationships, strong ability to listen and understand client objectives and find appropriate solutions, and ability to convey pertinent facts to clients, staff and management.
• Preference will be given to candidates with working knowledge of Excel, Project, Adobe Suite and other software needed to express project intent, scheduling and prepare professional presentations.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Gather data on the area surrounding each potential investment opportunity, analyze and compile local market information, comparable pricing, return on investments.
• Analyze each opportunity to determine highest and best use, create site plan options.
• Identify and work with architects to get site plan and floor plans for development opportunities.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.