Housing Developer
Position: Housing Developer
Status: Exempt,
Full-time Regular
Reports to: Director
of Housing Development
Position Summary: The Housing Developer position performs work in the real
estate development of
housing projects to further the Northwest Housing
Alternatives’ (NHA) mission to provide affordable
housing to those with low incomes including families,
seniors, people with disabilities and people
experiencing homelessness.
The Housing Developer takes a lead role in managing the
real estate development process—e.g.
identifying sites, evaluating project feasibility,
securing financing, supervising construction, and
transitioning new construction / rehab projects to NHA’s
Asset Management Department. These tasks
include providing direction to a large team of varied
partners.
Key
Responsibilities:
1.
Assess
feasibility of project development and operation.
2.
Conduct
research on housing needs and market conditions for specific projects.
3.
Obtain
financing for projects including grants, loans, tax credits and other
subsidies. Prepare funding applications,
negotiate financing agreements and lead real estate closings.
4.
Assemble
and manage development teams (architects, contractors, attorneys, construction
managers and other consultants).
5.
Obtain
bids for professional services, enter into contracts and supervise performance
of project partners such as general contractors, architects, surveyors,
geotech, soils engineers, etc.
6.
Work
with social service providers and other community resources to develop
appropriate support services agreements for each housing project.
7.
Manage
community input and land use review processes.
8.
Oversee
the construction management process including preparation of requisitions and
draw requests, collaborating with Finance department and accounting firms
regarding cost certifications, and leading project closeout.
9.
Produce
reports required by funders and investors.
10.
Coordinate
transition of completed projects to the Asset Management team.
1.
Ensure the implementation of and adherence to
all NHA policies, procedures and protocols; and actively work to implement NHA
equity goals.
11.
Establish
and maintain records of all activities.
12.
Participate
in cross departmental committees such as operation logistics, technology,
safety, sustainability or equity.
13.
Other
duties as assigned.
Essential
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1.
Bachelor’s
degree in Business Finance, Community Development, Real Estate Development,
Construction Management, or related field or equivalent related work
experience.
2.
At
least three years of professional experience in real estate development, underwriting,
affordable housing development, construction management, or related field.
3.
Ability
to lead a project team to the successful completion of a real estate
development project.
4.
Knowledge
of affordable housing financing tools and concepts including LIHTC. Familiarity
with compliance and regulatory requirements of affordable housing.
5.
Skill
in structuring viable financing packages and presenting them in standardized
real estate development and operating proformas.
6.
Ability
to prepare competitive funding applications.
7.
Ability
to manage complex and time-critical processes, funding requirements and
relationships to complete projects on time and on budget.
8.
Ability
to work in a collaborative, dynamic, and changing team environment.
9.
Demonstrated
ability to work with, and connect with, a diverse stakeholder community.
10.
Excellent
oral skills and a comfort in public speaking environments.
11.
Excellent
written communication skills with an emphasis on technical writing.
12.
Excellent
computer skills including advanced proficiency in Excel and online research.
13.
Ability
to travel to remote jobsites and spend long hours on your feet.
14.
Valid
driver’s license, good driving record and own reliable transportation with
current insurance. Frequent travel within the Portland-Metro area can be
expected.
15.
Demonstrated
deep commitment to social and community service.
Preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1.
Ability
to manage multiple projects at the same time.
2.
Knowledge
of affordable housing financing tools including OAHTC, Housing Trust Fund,
CDBG, HOME, FHLB, etc. Familiarity with
compliance and regulatory requirements of various sources.
3.
Understanding
of construction contract delivery systems and contract types.
4.
Understanding
of building systems and construction management practices. Ability to evaluate construction risk and
develop risk management plans for projects.
5.
Bilingual
skills and proficiency.