DEVELOPMENT PROJECT MANAGER

Who are we The Community Builders Inc TCB is an entrepreneurial real estate developer and owner Our mission is to build and sustain strong communities where all people can thrive We envision a world with vibrant safe and inclusive neighborhoods where all people live in healthy homes with equitable access to resources and opportunities to pursue their dreams and we work to make that vision a reality Founded in 1964 TCB currently ownsmanages 12000 units of rental housing across the Northeast Mid Atlantic and Midwest Why work at TCB Opportunity is not equally available across households and regions Quality housing in good neighborhoods with reasonable access to jobs is out of reach for many Americans Now more than ever TCB aims to make vital contributions that address this fundamental opportunity gap by adding to the stock of affordable quality homes in thriving communities for all people The Development Manager role at TCB Are you a creative problem solver with a focus on positive outcomes Do you enjoy working on tangible projects that make a financial and physical difference to the communities where we work Do you bring a drive for results and a real desire to make a difference As a Project Manager you will serve as a key point person for projects in the New York area You will be responsible for the day to day progression of all aspects of the development process including due diligence entitlements regulatory approvals financing design construction and leasing delivering quality projects on schedule and within budget We seek candidates with the demonstrated ability to Solve problems creatively with resourcefulness and tenacityWork collaboratively maintaining rapport with both internal and external colleaguesNegotiate and persuade effectivelySet appropriate deadlines and work within themAccurately identify risks and recommend strategies to avoid themWork passionately to make our vision of affordable housing for all a realityClose deals that will provide quality housing for residents in needTCB succeeds with diverse and inclusive teams Community Builders Inc is committed to ensuring diversity in its workplace and candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply As a mission directed nonprofit with a longstanding focus in urban neighborhoods TCB believes that our potential impact as a local partner housing provider and great neighbor are immeasurably enhanced when staff and leadership combine technical proficiency with the abilities perspective and insight that can only arise from true representation of the communities that we serve Whats in it for you professional development You will build key skills as a Project Manager with an opportunity to make a real difference as the team works through complex decisions We look for individuals who can grow with TCB over time into more senior level development positionsYou will work with a team of bright and dedicated individuals whose creativity and persistence and get it done attitude make for an enriching work environmentOur Project Managers are involved in all phases of a project versus being focused on a specific aspect of a project Project managers are the key to driving projects to closing and achieving certificate of occupancyTCB is part of a network of Americas leading national nonprofit developers and owners so we learn not just from our own experience but our peers as well We are involved in advocacy at the federal state and local levels using our experience to help shape public policyHeres what were looking for A passion for real estate developmentA passion for helping to build strong communities for all peopleStrong financial and analytical skillsStrong verbal and written communication skills including ability to present to audiences that are racially ethnically and socioeconomically diverseAbility to multi task handling multiple projects at once and consistently meeting deadlinesAdvanced skills with Microsoft Office Excel and Project Adobe skills a plusMinimum of a bachelors degree with at least 3 5 years of experience in the following areasResidential real estate development including management of a development teamTransaction structuring developing budgets preparing financing applications and securing and closing on publicprivate financingReal estate regulatory issuesSome experience with affordable housing developmentExperience with housing transactions using tax credits and similar gap financing instruments in the state of New York a plusExpected salary for this position in the range of 100K to 125K The Community Builders is committed to diversity in its workplace Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply