Housing Development Project Manager

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Housing Development Project Manager

Salary Range: $72,435 to $90,828

The Raleigh Housing Authority is seeking to add new members to the team that are eager to make a difference in their community. If you are looking for more than just a job, but a place where you belong, can grow, and be part of a solution to the housing affordability crisis, we have a place for you. Enjoy the satisfaction of helping families be housed successfully and giving them an opportunity to thrive. We value service, community, respect, and equity. We offer competitive compensation, generous benefits, a solid pension plan, and opportunities for career growth. Commit to something that matters and begin your journey with us as a Housing Development Project Manager.

 GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Housing Development Project Manager is the project lead responsible for guiding development plans and completing development projects, including but not limited to, new construction, acquisition, preservation, recapitalization, mixed finance and other RHA developments. This position is an integral part of the overall agency strategy and ensures that the development projects align with our vision, adhere to the development timeline and are executed efficiently.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Leads comprehensive revitalization efforts for development sites and specific projects. These activities may vary and could include master planning, residential (rental and homeownership), commercial, mixed-use, and recreational and other development projects.
• Prepare feasibility analysis responding to project criteria, includes identifying needs, population served, financial feasibility, and community plan as needed.
• Research and secure sources of predevelopment, construction, and permanent financing from public and private sources.
• Assists in the preparation and/or review of project development proformas, underwriting and analysis.
• Collaboratively works with RHA project team members, development partners and other key stakeholders throughout development process beginning in project planning feasibility through closing, construction, and lease up.
• Solicits the expertise of others while articulating a clear understanding of the issues to keep development projects moving forward.
• Lead role in all resident, community, and stakeholder engagement efforts. Collaborate and coordinate with internal communications team, as required.
• Perform outreach duties and public relations work as needed; attend neighborhood, community and public meetings; act as liaison between RHA, its consultants, vendors, partners and other key stakeholders. 
• Keeps RHA leadership informed at all times of progress in achieving project milestones and unit delivery goals.
• Identifies and consults with leadership team on issues that impact scope, schedule, and budget.
• Writes and coordinates solicitations for development proposals via RFP or RFQ process with Procurement and leads the review process, as required.
• Perform tasks necessary to obtain all approval i.e., submission of land use, and permit application, attendance at hearings, neighborhood meetings, and foster a team approach to obtaining neighborhood acceptance, where required.
• Oversee project design development; supervise preparation of project plans and specifications; ensure attention given to project budget, timelines, and lender/investor/regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the construction process, including compliance with local government and lender requirements; perform site inspections; recommend decisions regarding change order requests; process change orders, pay application and loan disbursement requests; and assure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Coordinates the engagement of the inter-departmental project team members, external partners and other consultants in the preparation and submission of evidentiary or other documents for HUD PIH, SAC, and RAD approvals as required.
• Prepare all applications for funding and lead others in the application process; actively engage in problem-solving with internal and external parties.
• Organize, coordinate, document and facilitate escrow closings.
• Manage interdepartmental planning and project handoff process to ensure successful transition to operations and housing management.
• Attend and present at Board and Board Committee meetings as required.
• Other duties as assigned by the Chief Real Estate Development Officer.

 DESIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited four-year college or university, and at least two years’ experience in architecture, real estate finance, development, planning, engineering, or construction management, or an equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Experience in affordable housing and knowledge of local, state, federal financing programs including public housing funding, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), and tax-exempt bonds is a plus.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project, or other project management software.
• Core Competencies: Organizational, time management, interpersonal, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to excel in a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and collaborative environment. 
• Knowledge of the Greater Raleigh real estate market a plus.

 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license and safe driving record for those required to drive or allowed to drive on behalf of RHA.
• Drug testing and criminal background check required.

Company DescriptionThe Raleigh Housing Authority team is recruiting for a few new members eager to make a difference in their community. If you are looking for more than just a job, but a place where you belong, can grow, and be part of a solution to the housing affordability crisis, we have a place for you. Enjoy the satisfaction of helping families be housed successfully and giving them an opportunity to thrive. We value service, community, respect, and equity. We offer competitive compensation, generous benefits, a solid pension plan, and opportunities for career growth. Commit to something that matters and begin your journey with RHA

The mission of the Raleigh Housing Authority is to provide safe, quality, affordable housing to low and moderate income families in the greater Raleigh community, and to promote personal responsibility and self-sufficiency of residents while maintaining the fiscal integrity of the agency.

Raleigh Housing Authority (RHA) offers a diverse and interesting array of services that provide for various opportunities for employment and a gratifying work experience with the opportunity for growth within the agency. We offer career opportunities in the following areas: Administrative, Clerical, Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, Housing Eligibility, Housing Inspections, Property Management, Contract Administration, Real Estate Development, Skilled Trades, Landscaping and Grounds, and General Maintenance.

RHA is an equal opportunity employer. We fully comply with all applicable laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, political or labor affiliation, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or genetic information.

The State of North Carolina chartered the Raleigh Housing Authority (RHA), in 1938. The first two developments constructed to replace substandard housing in the City of Raleigh were occupied in 1940 and 1941. Currently, RHA owns and manages over 1,400 public housing units and administers over 3,921 Section 8 vouchers. The occupancy rate for public housing is 99+% and the Section 8 Program is 100% utilized. There is a waiting list for both programs.

RHA has a nine-member Board of Commissioners that provides oversight for the Authority. Under HUD’s report card called the Public Housing Assessment System, RHA is rated as a “High Performer”. Our most recent score was 97 out of 100. RHA is active in the following areas:

Capital Fund Program
Resident Initiatives
Housing for SeniorsCompany DescriptionThe Raleigh Housing Authority team is recruiting for a few new members eager to make a difference in their community. If you are looking for more than just a job, but a place where you belong, can grow, and be part of a solution to the housing affordability crisis, we have a place for you. Enjoy the satisfaction of helping families be housed successfully and giving them an opportunity to thrive. We value service, community, respect, and equity. We offer competitive compensation, generous benefits, a solid pension plan, and opportunities for career growth. Commit to something that matters and begin your journey with RHA\r
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The mission of the Raleigh Housing Authority is to provide safe, quality, affordable housing to low and moderate income families in the greater Raleigh community, and to promote personal responsibility and self-sufficiency of residents while maintaining the fiscal integrity of the agency.\r
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Raleigh Housing Authority (RHA) offers a diverse and interesting array of services that provide for various opportunities for employment and a gratifying work experience with the opportunity for growth within the agency. We offer career opportunities in the following areas: Administrative, Clerical, Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, Housing Eligibility, Housing Inspections, Property Management, Contract Administration, Real Estate Development, Skilled Trades, Landscaping and Grounds, and General Maintenance.\r
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RHA is an equal opportunity employer. We fully comply with all applicable laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, political or labor affiliation, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or genetic information.\r
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The State of North Carolina chartered the Raleigh Housing Authority (RHA), in 1938. The first two developments constructed to replace substandard housing in the City of Raleigh were occupied in 1940 and 1941. Currently, RHA owns and manages over 1,400 public housing units and administers over 3,921 Section 8 vouchers. The occupancy rate for public housing is 99+% and the Section 8 Program is 100% utilized. There is a waiting list for both programs.\r
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RHA has a nine-member Board of Commissioners that provides oversight for the Authority. Under HUD’s report card called the Public Housing Assessment System, RHA is rated as a “High Performer”. Our most recent score was 97 out of 100. RHA is active in the following areas:\r
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Capital Fund Program\r
Resident Initiatives\r
Housing for Seniors