Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager
(Full-time, Exempt, $134550 - $186300)

Our Mission

CCH builds and manages quality, affordable housing in caring communities.

Vision

To transform communities by fostering human dignity, mutual respect, personal independence, and supportive environments
 

Our Values
Sustainability – Maintaining our own organizational health and viability and maintaining sustainable communities for our residents

Integrity – Striving for reliability and honesty in all that we do and say

Independence – Empowering people to age in place with dignity

CCH Beliefs
We are more than a home for residents. We are more than a job for employees.

Job Summary

The Senior Project Manager oversees and coordinates project management for acquisition/rehabilitation and/or new construction projects funded through a variety of private, federal, state and local sources, including LIHTC. The incumbent organizes and oversees day-to-day planning, design and implementation of complex real estate development projects with necessary assistance from specialized consultants and agency staff. Regional and national travel required.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to caring and positive working and living environments for all employees and residents
• Responsible for a full range of real estate activities relating to the development of affordable housing projects, ranging from entitlements and community engagement work through construction closings, construction management, and lease-up and transitioning into full operations.
• Responsible for researching and securing funding sources to support all stages of development, including feasibility, pre-development, construction, and permanent financing.
• Research and identify viable funding sources to support project development and completion.
• Oversee the preparation and timely submission of complete funding applications.
• With direct supervision from the Director of Housing Development, assign, coordinate, and oversee the development team's work to maintain a budget, quality, and schedule.
• Organize and assemble reports, attachments, graphics, budgets, narratives, letters, certifications, and other documentation needed.
• Represent CCH and its development work at funder, council, and other meetings, as needed.
• Review and oversee RFPs, prepare/evaluate proposals, negotiate and make recommendations in the selection of lender and equity investor.
• Responsible for securing entitlements for new projects in the pipeline.
• Research zoning and entitlements requirements and procedures.
• Oversee the submissions and approvals of zoning applications and other required city approvals.
• Participate in community outreach and engagement work, including making presentations to community groups, commissions, design review boards, city councils, board committees, etc.
• Responsible for procuring, contracting with, and managing a variety of development-related vendors, consultants, and contractors.
• Oversee the identification, selection, and contract negotiations with development-related vendors, consultants, and contractors.
• With support, manage the design development process, using continuous input through project development and completion, asset management, property management, and services departments.
• Monitor construction work, assure high-quality work, and meet project schedules
• With support, responsible for developing and maintaining multiple budgets and financial pro forma throughout the development process.
• Conduct feasibility analysis of new and existing properties.
• Develop and manage project budgets, cash flow projections, and schedules from project inception through construction completion, including implementing cost containment strategies and value engineering processes throughout.
• Oversee scheduling and coordination of marketing and lease-up of properties.
• Ensure successful close-out of funding and investor requirements.
• Manage complete packaging and transfer of project documents, agreements, and terms to asset management and resident services teams.
• Assist with the management and resolution of construction warranty claims during the first year of project occupancy.
• Participate in department, organization, and other staff or industry meetings and activities
• Other duties as assigned.

Reporting + Organizational Relationships
This position will report directly to the Director of Housing Development and supervises the day-to-day activities and staff of one or more functional areas and performs related work as required.

Compensation & Classification
CCH is committed to paying competitive wages. The salary range for this position is $134,550 - $186,300 annualized. Based on CCH’s Compensation philosophy, most new hires are brought in at the minimum salary range. CCH has a competitive benefits package with health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 8% of an employer contribution for retirement, and more. This is a full-time, exempt position. This position is based at the CCH Central Office - Walnut Creek.

How to Apply
Please submit a resume and cover letter. Your cover letter should express your interest in working at CCH and your qualifications. We encourage you to list your LinkedIn profile on your application

Physical Demands

Physical demands include continual sitting, typing, and repetitive computer use for up to 8 hours a day. The position also requires frequent communication with others, including hearing and speaking clearly with individuals and groups, in person and via phone and video calls. These demands are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the job’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity
CCH is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, bilingual and bicultural individuals, and members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, marital status, or medical condition, including acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) and AIDS-related conditions. We encourage and will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Applicants with Disabilities
Reasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified applicants who are disabled may participate in the application process. If you are seeking accommodation, please advise in writing at the time you apply.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university with financial, construction, or project development emphasis, or related major field; AND a minimum of 5+ years relevant affordable housing experience; AND thorough knowledge and proven experience managing projects through all stages of the development process from planning to completion OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, building plans, and procedure manuals. 
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. 
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
  Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, amortization, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. 
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. 
• Advanced knowledge of project management principles and best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including written and oral communications, listening, presentation, group facilitation, influencing and negotiations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 platform and ability to quickly learn the organization’s other systems.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, prioritization, and time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to serve with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• CCH conducts background checks on all candidates who have received a conditional job offer. Satisfactory completion of background check is a requirement of employment with CCH.  
• Regional and/or national travel required. A valid driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, personal auto insurance as required by law, and an MVR sufficient to obtain and reasonably maintain insurability under agency auto liability policies are essential job requirements.