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Community Housing Development Corporation

Director of Real Estate Development

Community Housing Development Corporation, Richmond, California, United States, 94875

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Under the leadership of the Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Real Estate Development will lead the strategic planning, project operations, and the execution of all real estate development projects for Community Housing Development Corporation (CHDC). This role requires a visionary leader with a high level of skills in real estate development, project management, and community engagement. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the nonprofit real estate development sector and can foster partnerships with stakeholders while remaining committed to the organization’s mission. Staff reporting to the RED Director: Assistant Director of Real Estate Development Senior Project Managers Project Managers Interns for the Department Development Consultants Essential functions

Strategic Focus:

Responsible for the overall strategy and direction of the organization’s real estate development efforts and oversees the entire real estate development portfolio. Leadership:

Provides leadership and a clear vision for the real estate development team and the organization’s development initiatives. Strategic Planning and Leadership: Develop and implement the real estate development strategy in alignment with the organization’s mission and goals. Lead the identification and assessment of new development opportunities. Oversee the preparation of feasibility studies, financial analyses, and market research. Represent the organization to housing organizations, public agencies, financial institutions, and community meetings. Advocate for affordable housing by giving public presentations, participating in community and public policy groups; attending conferences, and staying informed of public policies affecting affordable housing. Meet with COO on a regular basis to coordinate all acquisition activities. Work with the Executive Team to develop annual goals and budgets for acquisitions. Develops the organization’s overall acquisition strategy in coordination with other departments and the Executive Team. Prepare and make public presentations to city planning commissions and city councils related to CHDC projects. Also makes presentations in other public venues and to the CHDC Board of Directors, as necessary. Assist in identifying and evaluating new financial partners. Attend mandatory trainings/seminars. Coordinate regular (monthly) meetings and provide staff support to the Project Committee composed of Board Members and selected other representatives related to the Development department. Project Management: Manage all phases of real estate development projects, including site acquisition, entitlement, design, financing, construction, and project close-out. Coordinate and supervise project teams, including architects, contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders. Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Develop and manage project budgets and financial models. Secure project financing through grants, loans, tax credits, and other funding sources. Oversee financial reporting and compliance with funding requirements. Community and Stakeholder Engagement: Foster relationships with community members, government agencies, partners, and other stakeholders. Lead community outreach and engagement efforts to ensure projects meet community needs and gain local support. Represent the organization at public meetings, hearings, and other events. Project Scheduling: Create and coordinate project schedules and maintain a process for the project team. Adherence and accountability to timelines. Create and maintain financing timelines. Knowledge of funding cycles and timelines. Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure all projects comply with local, state, and federal regulations and standards. Identify and mitigate project risks. Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting. Prepare and submit reports to funding sources for projects, in a timely manner. Complete project close-out. 8609 Filing. Qualifications

Minimum seven years’ experience in housing/real estate development, real estate finance, or planning. Minimum 3 years supervisory experience desired. At least five years’ experience as a Housing Development Project Manager. Bachelor’s degree in business, real estate, or planning or equivalent experience; master’s in urban planning, architecture, public administration, and/or business administration desired. Experience and knowledge in developing affordable housing projects within budget and deadline constraints, from start to finish. Experience in managing and coordinating multiple activities of project development from inception to completion, preferably including nonprofit/affordable housing issues, policies, and procedures. Strong financial background, preferably including affordable housing real estate finance. Construction loan closing, permanent loan conversion, and project close-out experience. Ability to work independently to complete tasks with minimal oversight. Knowledge of public entitlement and funding processes. Strong oral, public presentation, and written communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel, and Word, aptitude/willingness to learn other management software programs. Ability to work in teams and coordinate diverse input into the development process. Ability to seek creative solutions to situations as they occur. Have a temperament suitable for the environment of a volunteer-run, nonprofit organization and the ability to create a cheerful, productive, and inclusive work environment. Commitment to affordable housing development. Ability to work effectively with different social and economic groups and guide community design process and acceptance. Experience in design or engineering desirable. A background check is required. Physical Requirements: Must be able to remain stationary for extended periods of time. Requires the mental acuity to perform the essential functions as outlined in an accurate and timely fashion. Must be able to meet with stakeholders inside and outside of the office. Must be able to lift at least 20 pounds. Benefits:

Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, AD&D insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, 403 (B) Plan. Employment type

Full-time Seniority level

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