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Director of Real Estate Development (Affordable Housing)
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Director of Real Estate Development (Affordable Housing)
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Are you passionate about transforming communities through affordable housing? Do you thrive at the intersection of vision, execution, and equity? Join a mission-driven nonprofit organization that is changing lives—one housing project at a time. Description
Are you passionate about transforming communities through affordable housing? Do you thrive at the intersection of vision, execution, and equity? Join a mission-driven nonprofit organization that is changing lives—one housing project at a time.
We’re looking for an experienced
Director of Real Estate Development
who understands how to bring affordable housing projects from concept to completion. You’ll lead with purpose, drive impact, and work alongside a team committed to housing justice and sustainable community development.
What You’ll Do
Lead real estate development projects from site selection to stabilization, including predevelopment, financing, construction, lease-up, and compliance. Coordinate and manage the full development lifecycle for affordable housing, including multifamily, supportive housing, and mixed-use developments. Identify and secure funding sources such as LIHTC, HOME, CDBG, and other public/private partnerships. Conduct and oversee financial modeling, feasibility studies, and risk assessments. Work cross-functionally with internal teams, municipalities, architects, contractors, and community stakeholders. Ensure projects remain on time, within budget, and aligned with the organization’s mission and community needs.
Requirements
What We’re Looking For:
Proven track record of overseeing affordable housing development projects from start to finish. Deep knowledge of affordable housing finance, zoning, and regulatory requirements. Experience managing complex project budgets, timelines, and public/private financing mechanisms. Strong leadership, communication, and community engagement skills. Ability to juggle multiple projects with purpose, poise, and precision.
Preferred Qualifications
7+ years in real estate development with an emphasis on affordable housing. Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Real Estate, Finance, or a related field (Master’s preferred). Certifications that may strengthen your candidacy: Housing Development Finance Professional (HDFP) – National Development Council Certified Housing Development Professional (CHDP) – NeighborWorks LEED Accreditation – for sustainable building knowledge
You won’t just be building housing—you’ll be building futures. This is more than a job. It’s a calling to create safe, dignified spaces where people can thrive. A collaborative, mission-focused organization that values integrity, innovation, and community impact. Seniority level
Seniority level Director Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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d.light Director of Real Estate Development (Affordable Housing)
18 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Director of Real Estate Development (Affordable Housing)
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d.light Description
Are you passionate about transforming communities through affordable housing? Do you thrive at the intersection of vision, execution, and equity? Join a mission-driven nonprofit organization that is changing lives—one housing project at a time. Description
Are you passionate about transforming communities through affordable housing? Do you thrive at the intersection of vision, execution, and equity? Join a mission-driven nonprofit organization that is changing lives—one housing project at a time.
We’re looking for an experienced
Director of Real Estate Development
who understands how to bring affordable housing projects from concept to completion. You’ll lead with purpose, drive impact, and work alongside a team committed to housing justice and sustainable community development.
What You’ll Do
Lead real estate development projects from site selection to stabilization, including predevelopment, financing, construction, lease-up, and compliance. Coordinate and manage the full development lifecycle for affordable housing, including multifamily, supportive housing, and mixed-use developments. Identify and secure funding sources such as LIHTC, HOME, CDBG, and other public/private partnerships. Conduct and oversee financial modeling, feasibility studies, and risk assessments. Work cross-functionally with internal teams, municipalities, architects, contractors, and community stakeholders. Ensure projects remain on time, within budget, and aligned with the organization’s mission and community needs.
Requirements
What We’re Looking For:
Proven track record of overseeing affordable housing development projects from start to finish. Deep knowledge of affordable housing finance, zoning, and regulatory requirements. Experience managing complex project budgets, timelines, and public/private financing mechanisms. Strong leadership, communication, and community engagement skills. Ability to juggle multiple projects with purpose, poise, and precision.
Preferred Qualifications
7+ years in real estate development with an emphasis on affordable housing. Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Real Estate, Finance, or a related field (Master’s preferred). Certifications that may strengthen your candidacy: Housing Development Finance Professional (HDFP) – National Development Council Certified Housing Development Professional (CHDP) – NeighborWorks LEED Accreditation – for sustainable building knowledge
You won’t just be building housing—you’ll be building futures. This is more than a job. It’s a calling to create safe, dignified spaces where people can thrive. A collaborative, mission-focused organization that values integrity, innovation, and community impact. Seniority level
Seniority level Director Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Sales and Management Industries Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at d.light by 2x Get notified about new Director of Real Estate Development jobs in
East Longmeadow, MA . Director of Real Estate Development (Affordable Housing)
Springfield, Massachusetts Metropolitan Area 1 day ago Executive Director of Development, College of Engineering
Director of Recruitment and Internship Development
Director of Development, College of Natural Sciences
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