Project Manager II

Cambridge Housing Authority • Cambridge, MA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to administer and coordinate the planning tasks associated with modernization, new development, and redevelopment of public housing at the Cambridge Housing Authority (“CHA” or “Authority”).

All activities must support the CHA’s strategic goals and objectives and produce results that accomplish the goals of the Planning and Development department.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in and experience in program administration, contract administration, or housing planning is required
• Must have valid Massachusetts driver’s license and be insurable under CHA policies
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have strong computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, and MS Outlook).
• Incumbent also should be capable of using financial, accounting, and file management software.
• The ability to learn other computer software programs may be required by assigned tasks
• Ability to identify, organize, and present data and information clearly and concisely
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with associates, tenants, and various citizen groups
• Ability to direct and supervise consultants
• Ability to present ideas effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to perform research into technical areas of building maintenance and improvement

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in planning, business administration, real estate development, public administration, or architecture is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation of proposals and applications for funding under federal, state, and local programs
• Assists in planning studies and data collection and analysis efforts as necessary for the effective implementation of CHA’s policies and programs
• Assists in representing the Authority in meetings and discussions with funding agencies, city officials, and tenant/citizen groups in conjunction with modernization, development, and redevelopment activities
• Responsible for implementation of the planning phases of modernization, new development, and redevelopment programs, as may from time to time be established by the CHA, utilizing available federal, state, and local programs to meet the housing needs of low-income persons in the City of Cambridge.
• Performs design and project management functions, including preparing recommendations on the scope of projects for Director of Planning and Development or Assistant Director of Planning and Development; soliciting, selecting, and administering architects and engineers; maintaining records documenting project process; communicating with funding agencies; coordinating work with tenant councils, managers, various citizen groups, and staff in other CHA departments; coordinating site selection for new development projects; and reviewing reports, information, and schematic and construction plans and specifications
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• health and dental insurance
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• life and disability insurance options
• tuition reimbursement
• commuter benefits
• retirement pension and deferred compensation 457b plans
• flexible work schedules including a hybrid work environment consisting of a combination of on-site and work from home days with supervisor approval

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level