Project Manager

The Housing Partnership Network is an award-winning business collaborative of the nation's leading affordable housing and community development nonprofits.

The Project Manager reports directly to the Vice President - Real Estate Development and will have project management responsibility for individual real estate projects. This position requires excellent real estate project management and financial analysis skills, and a genuine commitment to the mission of building and preserving quality housing and transforming communities. This position also requires a commitment and ability to partner effectively with a range of key stakeholders.

* Work closely with the Vice President of Real Estate Development on specific project opportunities and take responsibility for a set of projects, from feasibility to project completion, as assigned. * Review sites for potential development, both acquisition and rehab and new construction. * Prepare feasibility analysis including identification of needs, population served, financial feasibility, risk review, and consistency with community plans. * Prepare all applications for project funding, providing all technical and financial information required for a complete and competitive application. * Provide on-going coordination across the development team including architects, general contractors, attorneys and other members of the project development team. * Build strong working relationships with governmental, business and civic leaders to create opportunities for affordable housing and community development. * Bring in-depth knowledge of multifamily real estate financing markets and affordable housing subsidy programs. * Under the supervision of the Vice President of Real Estate, represent the organization in negotiations for purchase of property, terms of financing and all other binding agreements. * Oversee timely and efficient progress on all projects and work with development partners to ensure successful completion.

* At least five years of demonstrated experience in affordable housing and real estate project development and management (a Masters degree may be substituted for two years of experience). * Strong time management and organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy. * Highly effective problem solving ability, demonstrating flexibility while remaining focused on solutions. * Advanced proficiency with MS WORD, EXCEL, and PROJECT or similar project management software. * Demonstrated ability to create successful projects completed on or ahead of schedule, on budget with maximum financial return. * Excellent written and oral communication skills. * Strong negotiating and external collaboration skills, as well as sound political judgment. * Ability to develop feasibility analyses, create pro formas, monitor project budgets and timelines. * Excellent relationship-building skills and a customer-service orientation that leads to sustainable and mutually beneficial external partnerships. * Demonstrated belief in the mission of affordable, quality housing and successful community development. * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required; Master’s degree preferred.