SVP of Housing and Real Estate Development

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1 JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Job title: Project Manager Department: Housing and Real Estate Development Supervisor: SVP of Housing and Real Estate Development FLSA Category: Exempt Status: Full-time (40 hours per week) 9/8/80 Alternative Workweek Schedule Annual Salary: $65,000-$85,000 salary range based on experience and qualifications Site: Mission Valley office in San Diego Proposed Start Date: ASAP Community HousingWorks (CHW) is seeking a skilled Project Manager in San Diego, California, to plan, coordinate, implement and manage all activities related to the refinancing and/or rehabilitation of existing affordable housing projects. The ideal candidate will enjoy bringing strong project management skills to a professional missionbased organization, must possess strong written and verbal communication skills and the following critical attributes: Skilled in project management with experience in financing affordable housing with Low Income Housing Tax Credits, HOME, CDBG and other local, state and federal financial sources; Ability to plan and manage the development of multifamly real estate projects; A strong communicator with the ability to make public presentations and to work successfully with community groups, government and private lenders, and low-income tenants; and, Outstanding organizational skills, including the ability to independently prioritize tasks and focus on multiple projects simultaneously. Does being a part of a growing, 30-year old nonprofit -- ranked nationally in the top 10% of its peers -- that houses the homeless and low wage workers, helps low income tenants kids become educated and successful, and turns hundreds of working family tenants into homeowners each year sound attractive? How about a workplace low on personal politics and hierarchy and high on integrity and excellence? If so, CHW is an organization you need to learn more about. So why end the day wondering? Check out the job notice below and our website at. How to apply: Submit resume, letter of interest, and salary requirements to: CHW Human Resources HREmployment@chworks.org Application deadline: November 8, 2014

2 Position Objective: Community HousingWorks (CHW), a nationally recognized nonprofit developer of affordable housing real estate projects, is seeking an individual to fill the position of Project Manager in our multifamily division. Primary job responsibilities will be to plan, coordinate, implement and manage all activities related to the refinancing and/or rehabilitation of existing affordable housing projects either those currently owned by CHW or potential new acquisitions. The goal of these renovations is to improve the property s financial strength and the residents experience by improving physical conditions, achieving savings through energy and water conservation, improving financing terms and overall operations. Candidates must have experience financing affordable housing with Low Income Housing Tax Credits, HOME, CDBG and other local, state and federal financial sources. Job responsibilities may also include the development of new affordable housing from acquisition through construction, lease up and occupancy. This position reports to the Senior Vice President of the Department of Housing and Real Estate Development ( supervisor ). Community HousingWorks is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization that helps people and neighborhoods move up in the world by providing opportunities to own, rent and achieve. CHW has over 30 years of experience successfully providing both rental housing and homeownership opportunities to improve the lives of lower income families, seniors, veterans and people living with disabilities. CHW is a developer and owner of affordable multifamily residential communities in urban, suburban and rural communities in southern California. Recognized nationally as a leader and innovator in sustainable design and development, CHW has completed over 1,900 apartments in 34 attractive and vibrant communities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Conceptualize a development program for each project in concert with organizational mission and goal. Work with supervisor and senior team to successfully implement this program. Manipulate and manage project proforma and perform financial feasibility and sensitivity analyses. Prepare and monitor project budgets, cash flow projections and project schedules. Plan, implement and review all financial and physical due diligence needed to safeguard the organization s investments in real estate and corporate integrity, including appraisals, surveys, title reports, Phase I and II environmental studies, market studies, and rent comparable studies. Responsible for obtaining planning approval and all construction permits and approvals, and all wet and dry utility plans and approvals. Represents the agency to stakeholders and the general public. Strategizes and plans outreach to garner community support for projects. Attend and participate in community and government agency meetings as needed.

3 Research and secure funding sources to support predevelopment, construction and permanent loan phases for development. Prepares and submits funding applications and coordinates closings. Designs and implements the selection process in order to make recommendations for the hiring of third party development team members and contract consultants appropriate to the subject project. Strategizes and participates with supervisor in the negotiation, coordination and preparation of various development-related contracts. In consultation with supervisor, seek legal review as needed. Manage budgets for legal assistance for individual project to minimize risk to the Agency and secure project financing. In conjunction with supervisor and senior team, coordinate design process and develop operating budgets with Asset Management and Property Management company staff, needs and criteria. On a day to day basis, manage the work of professional design, development and construction teams including architects, general contractors, engineers and other consultants, to ensure adherence to project budget and schedule, cost containment and quality control. Resolve related problems and concerns. Conduct and arrange regular construction site inspections and construction draw meetings. Personally inspect active construction projects not less than two times a month. Monitor project accounting and oversee contract payments, lender and funder reporting requirements in a timely manner. Prepare and present progress reports to supervisor, senior team, board of directors, board committees, and others as needed. Coordinate the lease up and transfer process with Asset Management and Resident Services Department staff. Other tasks as assigned related to real estate development, policy development, organizational budgets, planning and administration. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to plan and manage the development of multifamily real estate projects. Knowledge of project management tools and principles. Strong analytical abilities, computation, negotiation and problem solving skills. Experience in financing affordable housing with Low Income Housing Tax Credits, HOME, CDBG and other local, state and federal financial sources.

4 Ability to make public presentations and to work successfully with community groups, government and private lenders, and low-income tenants. Knowledge of budgets and finance and cost control management. Ability to lead internal and external project teams. Basic knowledge of building construction. Ability to track and manage construction projects, subcontractors and project development participants. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently as well as with teams. Strong computer skills in office automation and various software applications using spreadsheets, word processing, and databases including MS Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Adobe Pro. U.S. Driver s License and access to an automobile. The position will be based in the Central Office at 2815 Camino del Rio South, San Diego CA and may require travel by car, air and train anywhere in California or the western United States. Education & Experience: BA degree in urban planning, public administration, accounting, business, real estate or related field. Experience with low-income housing tax credit financing. A minimum of four years of experience on projects with a real estate development firm or related business. Experience with lender or investor organizations can be substituted for partial experience. Experience with occupied rehabilitations a plus. Desired Qualifications: Spanish language ability a plus. Physical Demands: 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk, and drive a car. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

5 Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Compensation: The annual salary range is based on experience and qualifications. CHW offers employees generous benefits, including: Health Insurance Dental and Vision Plan 401(K) Life Insurance and Disability FSA (Flexible Spending Account) Paid Time Off Paid holidays EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Community HousingWorks is an equal opportunity employer