Project Developer - San Diego

Eden Housing•San Diego, CA

5d•$107,420 - $125,324

About The Position

Responsible for originating, coordinating, and implementing all aspects of the development of affordable housing projects. Projects may include new construction, rehabilitation, Eden-owned re-syndications, and joint ventures with other developers. Project developers are expected to manage a workload of multiple projects in a collaborative environment.

Requirements

Master's degree (M. A.) or equivalent; or four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
A background in planning, business, community development, public policy or a field related to housing is highly desirable as is a passion for housing justice and equity.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
The ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.
Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and boards of directors.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to work under pressure and successfully meet deadlines.
Commitment to the company’s goals and philosophy.

Nice To Haves

Experience or background in housing, planning, business, and real estate finance
Experience or background in affordable housing development, planning or finance.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal housing financing programs; including HUD 202/811, Low Income Housing Tax Credits, and Tax-Exempt Bonds.
Knowledge of and sensitivity to the concerns and needs of lower income people.
Ability to conduct financial analysis and budget preparation.
Effective oral and written communication, interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills
Effective public presentation skills
Excellent organizational, time management and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in project teams, and with a wide variety of individuals.
Proficient in Word and Excel (to conduct financial analysis)

Responsibilities

Helps evaluate potential project sites and properties.
Prepare written report material including grant and financing applications and new business proposals.
Organize critical community support.
Make presentations before public bodies and community groups.
Research and secure sources of predevelopment, construction, and permanent financing from public and private sources.
Work with public agency staff to assure timely public review and approval including environmental and other entitlement reviews.
Solicit and coordinate the work of non-construction-related project consultants, including legal, finance and other special consultants; negotiate contracts.
Coordinate bid and qualifications processes to select construction-related consultants, including architects, general contractors, and construction consultants; prepare and negotiate contracts; and monitor contract compliance.
Negotiate contracts.
Organize, coordinate, document and facilitate escrow closings.
Prepare and monitor development and construction budgets.
Prepare, update, and adhere to project timelines and schedules.
Oversee project design development; supervise preparation of project plans and specifications.
Ensure attention given to special users’ needs, Eden standards, 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.
Work with Eden Housing Resident Services to identify feasibility of on-site service programs and identifies sources of necessary funding.
Work with Eden Housing Management and community groups to facilitate affirmative marketing and smooth transition to occupancy.
Manage interdepartmental planning and project handoff process to ensure successful transition to operations.
Perform outreach duties and public relations work as needed; attend neighborhood and community meetings and public hearings; act as liaison between Eden, its consultants, vendors, partners, and the community; and participate in local, state and federal policy planning and advocacy efforts.
Represent Eden externally at industry forums and groups within identified geographic areas.
Attend Eden’s Board meetings as required.
Undertake tasks as may be assigned by the Associate Director of Development or Director of Development.
Actively participate in our culture of inclusivity.
Must have access to reliable transportation to travel during the business day to Eden properties, training sites and retail stores.