Job Description

Position Summary

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The Glendower Project Manager serves as the project leader for real estate development initiatives, providing direct oversight and coordination of complex housing developments. This role ensures regulatory compliance, manages project schedules and budgets, and relieves executive leadership of administrative coordination duties. The position operates with minimal supervision and requires strong ability to keep projects on critical path schedules.

Essential Responsibilities

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Project Leadership & Coordination

Serve as primary point of contact for the Vice President of Development on assigned projects Lead all components of assigned projects from conception through completion Manage project pipelines and identify funding opportunities Coordinate relocation of residents when necessary Organize and maintain comprehensive project files, databases, and resource materials

Development & Financial Management

Create and analyze development budgets (development, construction, operating, and additional services) Prepare applications for competitive funding under federal and state programs Develop financial plans for major projects, including preliminary budgets and complete development schedules Manage Mixed-Finance and Rental Assistance Demonstration strategies utilizing various funding sources (public housing capital funds, Low Income Housing Tax Credits, Moving to Work funds, private debt) Conduct funding research and identify innovative development opportunities

Procurement & Compliance

Assist with development of solicitations including RFQs and RFPs Ensure compliance with investor and program requirements (CHFA, HUD, DOH, City of New Haven, OPM, etc.) Monitor changes to State Qualified Allocation Plan, Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code, and other program requirements Review monthly MBE/WBE and Section 3 contractor compliance reports

Construction Oversight

Review weekly construction meeting reports and identify contract discrepancies Review and approve monthly requisitions for conformance with construction contracts Review weekly payroll submissions from general contractors and subcontractors Manage project schedules and investment decision-making for acquisition, demolition/disposition, and relocation programs

Stakeholder Communication

Coordinate with architectural and engineering teams Liaise with residents, Board of Aldermen, and other stakeholders Develop and edit documents, letters, reports, and correspondence Communicate on behalf of executive management to solicit feedback and input Maintain strict confidentiality regarding executive team matters

Analysis & Reporting

Collect and analyze project information to track current status and predict future progress Manage workflow tracking systems for projects Advise Vice President on workflow issues and new requests Make reports on regulatory and program requirement changes

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in urban planning, business management, finance, real estate development, or related field

Experience

Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in large-scale complex housing development and urban planning Proven track record with Mixed Finance, Low Income Housing Tax Credits, and Rental Assistance Demonstration programs Experience with federal and state affordable housing programs (CHOICE Neighborhoods, RAD, Tax Credits, State Housing Assistance programs) Demonstrated success in team leadership, time management, and negotiation Knowledge of HUD and other public sector regulations and policies Experience with resident relocation processes Valid Connecticut driver's license required

Technical Skills

Strong understanding of real estate development processes and transactions Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) Strong analytical capabilities for budget and financial analysis Ability to maintain accurate financial records

Professional Skills

Excellent project management abilities with proven multi-project coordination Outstanding verbal and written communication skills Ability to work independently as a self-starter Strong prioritization and time management capabilities Tactful and professional demeanor with internal and external stakeholders Ability to navigate formal and informal organizational structures Problem-solving and conflict management skills * Ability to meet critical deadlines consistently