PROJECT DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT

Cornerstone Housing Partners • Bennington, VT • 10h ago

This job was posted by https://www.vermontjoblink.com : For more information, please see: https://www.vermontjoblink.com/jobs/1328720

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Project Development Assistant provides critical support to the

Housing Development department and is supervised by Project Development Coordinator.

Assists in all aspects of real estate development throughout the

life cycle of projects from identification and funding through completion.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

Construction Predevelopment Period

Provide staff support to the Project Development Committee of the

Board

Develop an understanding of local affordable housing needs and

solutions.

Prepare request for proposals for various professional services,

including architecture, environmental studies, appraisals, market studies; oversee and document procurement and selection process.

Assist in analyzing properties for development and redevelopment

including researching zoning requirements, researching previous funding, environmental or title issues.

Coordinate all professionals throughout the feasibility study;

assist with putting study in presentation format for the board of directors for their review process.

With the Project Development Coordinator, work to secure

pre-development and development funding by drafting applications to appropriate local, state, federal and private funding sources.

Provide support in development of the pro-forma, collecting

historical building cost information and other research.

Provide staff support to consultants in the permitting process.

Assist with loan closing as needed.

Coordinate with Property Management in design process to secure

input into project plans and specifications.

Working with Property Management, coordinate all aspects of tenant

relocation as needed.

Develop and manage the fixtures, fittings and equipment budget

(FFE).

With the Project Development Coordinator, oversee procurement,

bidding and documentation of construction services.

Construction Management Assistance

Provide assistance and record-keeping for all compliance activities

related to development projects including but not limited to Davis Bacon, procurement, tenant relocation, URA, and Environmental Review processes, as needed.

Attend project construction meetings as needed.

Coordinate with rehab, property management and finance staff as

appropriate in project development implementation.

Work to transition the completed project to Property Management;

coordinate building training for maintenance/property management.

Maintain records and reports.

Terms of Employment:

The position of Project Development Assistant is full-time hourly position, including health insurance, vacation, sick, personal and holidays. The position has a Non-Exempt status. An individual in this position is hired and supervised by the Project Development Coordinator.

Attributes Required:

Self-Starter: Must be able to work in a multi-tasking environment

of significant responsibility, autonomy, and competing priorities. Must feel comfortable working alone. Must be able to manage multiple priorities, interests, and deadlines in a professional manner. Efficient use of time, organization and attention to detail are essential to success.

Organized:Must have strong ability to plan, order and implement

workload efficiently, and consistently follow through as needed.

Attention to Detail:Must have strong attention to detail and

accuracy while handling a large volume of information in a multi-tasking environment.

Effective communicator: Must convey the purpose of the

organization well at all times. Strong ability to relate to internal and external parties professionally. Must be able to clearly articulate problems, concerns, and potential solutions.

Team Player:Must function well in a small office and be

cooperative with and supportive of coworkers. Must enjoy working as a part of an integrate team and be able coordinate and execute tasks shared by coworkers in a processing chain so as to engender efficient teamwork.

Skills Required:

Writing and verbal skills: Must have excellent ability to

communicate in writing and verbally with a broad array of parties. Sensitivity to audience, clarity, brevity and ability to articulate what is needed are necessary.

Technical skills: Technologically savvy, must have proficiency in

computer word processing, spreadsheet and database programs. Must be comfortable with office equipment, including copier, fax, computers, etc.

Physical Qualifications:

The Project Development Assistant must have the physical and mental abilities to perform the essential job duties listed above. The job entails long periods of sitting at a desk and travel to property sites or professional offices. There may be prolonged periods of computer work and vehicle travel. While perform

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