GENERAL NATURE & SCOPE OF WORK
Under the supervision of the Director of Housing Development, performs a range of duties in support of the management of the development and construction process. Serves as a contact person for all entities involved in the development and construction of projects; may direct activities of Associate Project Manager and outside consultants. Performs feasibility analysis; secures all necessary development approvals, prepares documents and plans, and project financing applications. Oversees coordination of required materials for applications for project financing and department approvals, financing documents, and plans and documents prepared by outside engineers, architects, and consultants. Monitors performance of consultants on projects. Typically manages development projects of average complexity with moderate
supervision.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Perform feasibility analysis on proposed development projects
Serve as a contact person for project on development related issues for all entities involved with the construction project, including public and private lenders, City Planning, Building & Safety, Coastal Commission and others such as community groups
Oversees preparation of applications and coordinate required materials for applications for project financing and department approvals; including providing material for architects
Coordinate, supervise and may select project consultants, construction team members; oversee preparation of construction bidding and contract materials
Monitor and evaluate all phases of design and construction drawings, construction in progress, payments, change orders; ensure construction compliance
Negotiate with equity partners on investment terms and conditions in the syndication of low-income housing tax credits and other financing programs
May negotiate with public agencies and community groups, assist with coordinating selection of consultant team members
Coordinate tenant relocations
May provide public presentations of project
Coordinate with all public utility companies
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Standard methods, techniques used in project feasibility analysis, and in preparation and monitoring of construction projects and project financing
Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures; familiarity with recent funding programs, regulations and requirements
Working understanding of financial pro formas
Working understanding of financing sources such as LIHTC, MHP, AHP
Skill Level:
Proficient in the use of personal computers and Microsoft Office products
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Experience with “hands on” responsibility for managing construction and development process for a housing project
Able to work well in team environment; excellent interpersonal skills for establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, vendors, other departments and city staff, city officials and the public
Ability to:
Speak and write in English
Review and respond to construction and project financing applications
Review complex data and make appropriate recommendations for application procedures
Read, interpret, apply and explain codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures
Monitor the work of outside vendors for compliance with scope of work contained in contracts
Able to work independently with moderate supervision
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
A combination of education and related experience may substitute for education requirements.
Bachelor’s Degree in Development, Economics, Architecture, Public Administration, Planning, Real Estate, Business or related field, Masters Degree preferred; and
2 or more years of progressive responsibility in real estate development or finance, or related experience such as affordable housing, finance, planning, community development, including 2-3 years of direct development experience in a significant role.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is performed primarily in an office environment under pressure and requires the ability to quickly adjust to changing priorities and demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and use a keyboard
Travel by various modes of private and commercial transportation within the region may be required
Occasional fieldwork is required
Must be physically capable of lifting, bending, climbing, standing and walking, especially pertaining to inspection of buildings where navigation of stairs, crawl spaces, attics, roofs, etc. will be required
The statements contained in this class specification reflect general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this class, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the work load.
Salary:
Salary competitive and commensurate with experience – excellent benefits
Selection Process:
Please submit resume and cover letter with salary history to:
jobs@linchousing.org
OPEN UNTIL FILLED Posted: August 2016