Real Estate Paralegal - Pinnacle Construction

This position is located in Charlottesville, VA and is not remote. It requires in office presence Mon - Fri.

Pinnacle Construction and Development Corp is seeking an experienced Real Estate Paralegal to join our team in our Charlottesville office. The Real Estate Paralegal is responsible for assisting with all aspects of the development process for complex multi-family, mixed-use, commercial, and assisted living projects from initial concept through start of construction. Tasks include: feasibility analysis; land acquisition due diligence; compiling information for local governments and financing; loan applications; coordinating with attorneys, appraisers, environmental consultants, investors, architects, engineers, and the construction team. The ideal person for this position has proven expertise in real estate development. This position reports directly to the company Owners and works closely with the Chief of Operations of Pinnacle Construction and the Senior Vice President of Park Properties Management Company.

This full-time position offers many great benefits including:

• 100% Employer Paid Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability and Basic Life & AD&D
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off: Personal Days, Birthday, Sick, Holidays, Bereavement, and Volunteer Time Off
• Supplemental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• 529 College Savings Plan

Responsibilities:

The essential functions include, but are not limited to assisting with the following:

• Feasibility/Entitlement - Perform site due diligence including review of land use, zoning, utilities, GIS maps, assessor information, comprehensive plan, etc. Analyze and make recommendations based on key findings. Prepare Fiscal Impact Analyses. Prepare presentations and submission requirements during the entitlement process. Assist with contract and legal document review and comments. Track project tasks.
• Financing/Acquisition - Prepare applications for project funding including Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) applications. Assist with preparation of organizational documents and submit entity registration to appropriate state jurisdiction. Track and update previous participation in HUD APPS. Manage due diligence packages for lenders and coordinate closing documents. Maintain project files. Coordinate administrative aspects of real estate, financial and legal transactions. Manage required permits, construction easements, utility agreements, and bonds. Maintain knowledge of real estate trends, best practices, changes to regulations, and advise principals.
• Construction-Coordinate with construction team on lender and contract requirements including Davis-Bacon compliance as applicable.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree preferred, preferably with a concentration in real estate, finance, business, or related field.
• Paralegal certification preferred.
• A minimum of three years' real estate work experience, (multifamily development preferred).
• Familiarity with Virginia Housing and HUD multifamily financing programs preferred.
• Familiarity with LIHTC and Historic Tax Credits preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with capability of executing tasks at a high level of accuracy.
• Outstanding organization and multi-tasking skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Company Overview

Pinnacle Construction & Development Corporation is a multi-faceted Real Estate Development company based in Charlottesville, Virginia. We are a group of vertically integrated companies providing development, construction, and management of multi-family and commercial real estate projects. Pinnacle and its affiliates have been leaders in sustainable and affordable multifamily design, development and construction. From multifamily and commercial properties to mixed-use, historic, senior living and medical facilities, Pinnacle Construction and Development Corporation's portfolio paints a portrait of professional integrity, skill, and results.

NOTE: As a condition of employment, a satisfactory drug test and background check are required.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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