Assistant Development Manager

SUMMARY: 

Reporting to the Development Manager, the Assistant Development Manager supports the implementation and execution of real estate development and redevelopment projects within the public housing and affordable housing portfolio, with a primary focus on full-cycle development activities. The position provides project-level support throughout predevelopment, financing, procurement, and construction phases under the direction of the Development Manager. The role works closely with internal departments, funders, underwriters, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies to help ensure projects are delivered in accordance with approved plans, schedules, budgets, and applicable public housing and regulatory requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Supports assigned development projects from early planning through construction closeout.

• Assists with predevelopment activities including due diligence, feasibility analysis, and site documentation.

• Prepares and maintains development schedules, budgets, funding trackers, and milestone reports.

• Assists in the preparation of financing applications and supporting exhibits for LIHTC and other funding sources
• Coordinates with architects, engineers, environmental consultants, legal counsel, and other development consultants.

• Assists with the development, review, and coordination of construction and rehabilitation scopes of work in collaboration with development leadership, design professionals, and internal stakeholders.

• Supports bidding and procurement activities, including preparation of bid packages, coordination of solicitations, tracking bidder inquiries, and assistance with bid evaluations, in accordance with agency procurement policies.

• Tracks consultant contracts, invoices, and reimbursement documentation.

• Prepares draft status reports, approval memoranda, and materials for internal and board review.

• Maintains accurate and up-to-date project records, including contracts, change orders, permits, inspection reports, and construction correspondence.

• Participates in construction progress meetings and coordination meetings with contractors, consultants, and internal staff; prepares or assists with meeting notes and follow-up items.

• Coordinates with internal departments such as property management, legal, finance, procurement, asset management and compliance to support project execution and transition to operations.

• Assists in ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements, including HUD regulations, Davis-Bacon, Section 3, environmental requirements, and public procurement rules, as applicable.

• Supports project close-out activities, including final inspections, punch list completion, documentation collection, and turnover to property management.

• Performs other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines: 

A minimum of four (4) years of directly related experience and a Bachelor’s degree are required; An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Knowledge of:

• Federal, state, and local statutes, codes, and regulations governing public sector housing development, construction, and finance, including HUD and Code of Federal Regulations requirements.

• Affordable housing development and preservation programs and financing tools, including Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), Historic and New Market Tax Credits, HOME, RCAP, and other federal, state, and local funding sources.

• Project and construction management principles, including budgeting, cost control, procurement, contract administration, environmental review requirements, building codes, and construction inspection standards.

• Public sector administrative and management practices, including budgeting, cost accounting, records management, performance management, and continuous improvement.

• Local community issues and available regional resources relevant to public and affordable housing development.

Required Skill in:

• Interpreting and applying federal, state, and local public housing rules, regulations, and development guidelines.

• Ability to review, track, and organize technical project documentation, including funding applications and underwriting requirements, scopes of work, change orders, pay applications, and inspection reports, with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with funders, contractors, consultants, inspectors, regulatory agencies, and internal staff in a collaborative public-sector environment.

• Planning, organizing, and prioritizing multiple projects and coordinating the work of others.

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders, including staff, residents, community partners, and public officials.

• Verbal and written communication, including presenting information in public meetings and preparing reports.

• Using computers and standard/specialized software for project management, budgeting, and reporting.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

A valid Driver's License is required.

Travel required 

Limited travel to PHA sites as warranted.