Position Summary
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
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
Requirements
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