Associate Project Manager, Real Estate Development

Abode • San Leandro, CA

2d • $85,000 - $95,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Abode, a leading nonprofit dedicated to ending homelessness in the Bay Area, is seeking an Associate Project Manager, Real Estate Development. This role is ideal for new graduates and early-career professionals with relevant experience who are eager to build a career in real estate development and project management. While construction or general contracting experience is beneficial, the position particularly values candidates with experience on the owner/developer side or a strong interest in understanding the complete development process from the owner's perspective. The Associate Project Manager will support the Project Manager in overseeing teams of vendors, consultants, and general contractors, assisting in the development of multi-family affordable and supportive housing projects for formerly homeless, special needs, and low-income households. This role requires familiarity with all phases of the development process, including design, entitlements, financing, construction, lease-up, and transition to operations, along with knowledge of real estate law and finance.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, Business, Urban Studies, Planning, Architecture, Finance, or related field.
• 2 years' experience in project management related to construction.
• Knowledge of real estate and affordable housing finance, including financial analysis, as well as real estate law (strongly preferred).
• Demonstrated interest and experience in affordable housing and/or social justice.
• Use of personal vehicle and proof of a valid and current California Driver’s License and current insurance along with a clean DMV record required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work well independently and collaboratively with teams.
• Ability to interact effectively with a diverse population with multiple special needs, and be comfortable building successful collaborative relationships with participants, staff, property managers, and with the larger community and county systems while networking and building resources.
• Deep understanding of the following evidence-based practices: Housing First, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, and Trauma Informed Care.
• Understanding and practice of culturally sensitive components of direct service delivery through open dialogs and self-exploration with diverse groups.
• Experienced in effectively intervening in crisis situations using de-escalation techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, systems, and platforms.
• Ability to learn and use required mobile devices and business-related applications.
• Outstanding communication skills and high degree of emotional intelligence, cultural humility, with a proven track record to build and maintain effective relationships with a wide variety of internal and external contacts.

Nice To Haves

• Construction or general contracting experience is valuable.
• Experience working on the owner/developer side of a project.
• Strong interest in understanding the full development process from the owner’s perspective.
• Knowledge of real estate law and finance are required.

Responsibilities

• Draft and compile funding applications to private and government sources, including financial projections and narratives, ensuring all requirements are fulfilled.
• Research and report on regulatory requirements applicable to the design, financing/feasibility, and management of affordable housing development and rehabilitation projects.
• Lead due diligence studies; review, interpret, and report on findings to senior staff and make recommendations to mitigate risk.
• Independently lead escrow closings, coordinating and responding diligently to lender, investor, and consultant requests.
• Complete draw requests and pay applications for project funding sources.
• Assist with project accounting responsibilities, including expense coding and invoice/work order/payment application review for accuracy and adherence to approved contracts.
• Manage all payment approvals and timelines.
• Manage lender and funder requirements during construction, and process pay applications and disbursements.
• Track project deliverables and changes to scope, budget, and schedule throughout implementation, including attending construction meetings.
• Synthesize relevant information to communicate project status to internal and external partners.
• Monitor and prepare progress summaries of development activities for management.
• Coordinate development activities with community stakeholders, development partners, and design professionals.
• Organize community engagement events to solicit community input on projects.
• Manage vendor and consultant teams, holding them accountable for deliverables.
• Present and negotiate competitive proposals for services and coordinate scopes of work to meet project needs.
• Draft responses to Requests for Proposals; analyze and recommend contractor bids; monitor progress; and process invoices for rehabilitation projects on existing assets in coordination with property management.
• Perform financial analysis and feasibility studies of new housing development sites for the agency, including capital sources and uses, operating income and expenses, and potential debt service.
• Prepare correspondence and drafts (external and internal), including memos, letters, reports, presentations, agendas, meeting materials, and minutes.
• Organize project collateral, files, and electronic data.
• Scan and file all project-related documents in the appropriate project folders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% paid medical, vision, and dental options
• 19 PTO days & 12 Holidays per year
• Voluntary benefits: FSA, EAP, Commuter Checks, Life Insurance, Legal, and more
• 3% retirement match/contribution
• Professional Development Trainings and Opportunities, Leadership Academy Programs, and All Staff Events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree