Senior project manager

Who We Are Resources for Community Development (RCD) is a leading regional nonprofit developer and owner of affordable housing.

RCD’s mission is to create and preserve affordable housing for people with the fewest options, to build community and enrich lives.

RCD fosters strong, inclusive neighborhoods through strategies that address the health, economic development, education, and housing needs of residents across the community.

Since RCD was established in 1984, we have developed or preserved over 65 communities that provide affordable, high-quality, and service-enriched affordable rental housing to over 2,300 low-income households throughout the Bay Area.

Through a robust pipeline, RCD is actively growing, with close to 1,000 new units of affordable housing in development or under construction.

RCD strives for excellence, and we are seeking an outstanding candidate to join our team.

The Role The Senior Project Manager, under the direction and supervision of RCD’s Director of Real Estate Development, will have primary responsibility for a full range of real estate activities relating to the development of affordable multifamily housing.

In this position, you will lead complex real estate developments through multiple phases, from entitlements and community engagement work through construction closings, construction management and lease up and transitioning into full operations.

Successful candidates will be experienced and creative developers as well as industry change agents.

RCD prides itself in being an industry leader in taking on complicated projects with positive impacts in the communities where we work, while advancing intellectual and technological innovation in affordable housing development.

We are looking for someone that is entrepreneurial, collaborative, and highly skilled in the field.

The position will not only offer opportunity to develop impactful projects in our communities, but also to contribute to the organizational growth and direction for RCD’s future.

Essential Responsibilities Project Financing Responsible for researching and securing funding sources to support feasibility, pre-development, construction and permanent loan phases of development.

Research and identify viable funding sources to support project development and completion Oversee preparation and submittal of complete funding applications, including organizing and assembling reports, attachments, graphics, budgets, narratives, letters, certifications, and other documentation, as needed Assign and oversee tasks assigned to support staff, as appropriate Lead in negotiations with lenders, investors, and grantors while incorporating reviews and approvals from multiple departments within the organization Represent RCD and its development work at public meetings and hearings Manage RFPs, selection and negotiations related to lender and equity investments Entitlements Responsible for securing entitlements for new projects in the RCD pipeline.

Research zoning and entitlement requirements and procedures Oversee submission and approval of zoning applications and other required city approvals Initiate and lead in community outreach and engagement work, including making presentations to community groups, commissions, design review boards, city councils, board committees, etc.

Project Management Responsible for procuring, contracting, and managing a variety of development related vendors, consultants, and contractors.

Oversee identification, selection and contract negotiations with development related vendors, consultants and contractors Manage design development process, using continuous input from asset management, property management and resident services departments Coordinate and oversee the work of the development team to maintain budget, quality and schedule Monitor construction work, assure high quality work and meet project schedules Budget Management Responsible for developing and maintaining multiple budgets and financial pro forma throughout the development process.

Conduct feasibility analysis of new and existing properties Develop and manage project budgets, cash flow projections and schedules from project inception through construction completion, including the implementation of cost containment strategies and value engineering processes throughout the life of the project Organizational Responsibilities Manage transition of completed projects from development to operation, including: Oversee scheduling and coordination of marketing and lease up of properties Ensure successful close out of funding and investor requirements Manage complete packaging and transfer of project documents, agreements, and terms to asset management and resident services teams Assist with management and resolution of construction warranty claims during first year of project occupancy Participate in industry advocacy and marketing efforts for the organization, including: Participate in workshops and speaking engagements Participate in advocacy efforts for the industry, as appropriate Assist Director of Real Estate Development in leading the overall direction of the real estate development department and its staff, including: Provide support in overseeing and leading junior staff within the department Provide support in strategic planning efforts within the department and the organization as a whole Participate in industry meetings and activities, as appropriate Qualified applicants should have at least five years of progressive experience in affordable housing, finance, and/or real estate.

The position requires a strong knowledge of affordable housing real estate development, affordable housing funding programs, real estate finance, and construction.

The applicant should have demonstrated experience and/or abilities in the following areas: Strong organizational skills and an ability to juggle, prioritize and delegate in a fast-paced environment Demonstrated relationship building experience, and an ability to work collaboratively with the diversity of affordable housing and real estate development stakeholders Excellent negotiation skills and experience Advanced experience in preparation and analysis of pro forma financial spreadsheets, cash flow projections, and other relevant financial and physical analyses of real estate Clear and effective verbal and written communications Ability to work with minimal supervision An entrepreneurial mindset and an interest in exploring new product types and partnerships Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, urban studies, architecture or related field, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience, required MBA, master’s degree in city planning or related field, preferred Work Environment Majority of time spent in a professional office environment.

Travel Requirements The responsibilities of this position will require occasional travel to off-site locations around the San Francisco Bay Area.

Physical Requirements While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit, speak and hear.

Requires frequent use of a keyboard, computer monitor and phone.

Must be able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.

Must be able to lift up to twenty (20) pounds occasionally.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Contact Us: RCD Development, careers-development@rcdhousing.orgPI116015518Pandologic.

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