Job Description

PROJECT LEADER - WE OFFER A COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGE AND OPPORTUNITY FOR GROWTH!

Edgemere Development is a real estate consulting firm focused on affordable housing and mixed-use development. Our clients consist of non-profit and for-profit developers, public housing authorities and health systems. The projects we develop include new construction, rehabilitation, and adaptive reuse. Edgemere has a two-fold mission: (1) To develop residential projects utilizing the full range of available public and private resources; (2) and to provide clients with the instrumental services necessary to enable them to develop projects.

At Edgemere Development, we understand that true success is not only in the relationships we build; it’s in leaving neighborhoods, residents and communities with better places for people to live. We believe that one fundamental building block of a person or family’s success is having safe, affordable housing. With our clients’ vision, we hope to provide that building block and foundation for individuals to be a productive member of his/her community.

The Project Leader is responsible to lead project management from concept through stabilization, researching and obtaining public and private financing for projects while maintaining relationships with all stakeholders. The Project Leader communicates effectively and manages change throughout the project overseeing the development and construction processes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Project Management from concept through stabilization. This requires careful attention to all aspects of the real estate development process including Approvals, Construction, Design, Due Diligence, Financing, Management, Underwriting and Special Needs.

·         Researches and obtains public and private financing for projects including grants, loans, tax credits and other subsidies.

·         Prepares funding applications, negotiate financing agreements, and coordinates real estate closings.

·         Coordinates the assembly and management of development teams (architects, engineers, contractors, attorneys, accountants, et. al.).

·         Establishes and maintains relationships with clients, consultants, and other “stakeholders” in projects, as every project requires interaction with a variety of development team members in the private and public sectors. Healthy and regular communication is paramount.

·         Writes and speaks effectively; actively listen to others, asks questions to verify understanding and uses tact and consideration when delivering feedback to others.

·         Understands and stays informed of changes in the development climate, building science, real estate market, and policies and politics affecting affordable housing, special needs populations and financing.

·         For construction closing and permanent finance closings, coordinates, prepares, and monitors closing assignments (checklists) and schedules.

·         Facilitates third party proposals and their work.

·         Oversees the construction management process including preparation of requisitions and draws requests, collaborating with accounting firms regarding cost certifications and coordinating project closeout.

·         Performs site visits and participates in regular construction meetings in coordination with Edgemere’s construction expediter.

·         All other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

·         BS in Social Work, Planning, Sociology, Accounting, or similar field with at least five years’ experience in housing development. Experience with public housing is preferred.

·         Ability to meet deadlines, exhibit critical thinking skills, communicates clearly, and anticipates problems, strong organization skills, and attention to detail.

·         Excellent communication skills both oral and written, ability to manage and organize multiple task (short and long term), ability to manage and prioritize time and responsibilities.

·         Skills in community building and establishing strong relationships.

·         Proficient in Adobe Professional, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Outlook and network systems for electronic data management of files.

·         Strong work ethic and ability to self-start.

·         Ability to drive and travel.

·         Ability to maintain confidentiality.