Manager - Business Development and Communications

Impact Housing•Los Angeles, CA

3d•$100,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Impact Housing is seeking a proactive and versatile Real Estate Development Manager to support our growing pipeline and active projects across Southern California. This is a unique hybrid role that blends project-level communications, government and community relations, and business development - all in service of delivering high-quality modular housing at scale. As a key member of our development team, this individual will work on multiple projects simultaneously, helping to identify, underwrite, and launch new opportunities while supporting project execution where government approvals, community engagement, or external stakeholder coordination are required. The role also plays a central part in expanding Impact Housing’s network of clients, partners, and supporters through targeted outreach, strategic relationship building, and brand-aligned business development efforts. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in multifamily development—affordable and/or market-rate—combined with strong communication, analytical, and relationship-building skills. This position reports to the Head of Business Development & Communications.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in real estate development, business development, construction, or related fields.
Demonstrated ability to independently drive tasks, organize workstreams, and execute sustained outreach or communications campaigns.
Understanding of the real estate development lifecycle for market-rate, mixed-use, and/or affordable housing projects.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong presentation and stakeholder-facing abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn new software tools quickly.
Strong analytical skills with comfort preparing estimates, forecasts, and supporting decision-making through basic financial analysis.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across cross-functional teams.
Bachelor’s degree required

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Real Estate Development, Business Administration, Public Policy, Urban Planning, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain strong relationships with key municipal departments to support project approvals, permitting, inspections, and other governmental processes.
Coordinate resolution of project issues that require government or community engagement, ensuring timely alignment from regulatory and oversight agencies.
Cultivate a network of community stakeholders—including neighborhood groups, civic leaders, and advocacy organizations—to support project success.
Organize community outreach efforts, including public meetings, informational sessions, and stakeholder briefings.
Support early-stage market entry by identifying and connecting with local influencers, neighborhood organizations, and government decision-makers in new jurisdictions.
Prepare clear, compelling presentation materials for internal meetings, public forums, and client-facing discussions.
Perform additional duties and lead special initiatives as assigned by leadership.
Identify, evaluate, and prioritize opportunities with prospective clients—particularly developers seeking modular design-build or design-assist partners.
Actively network with developers, consultants, contractors, lenders, and other key market participants to position Impact Housing as a preferred partner.
Schedule, attend, and—when appropriate—lead business development meetings with prospective clients and strategic partners.
Develop, update, and deliver persuasive company presentations and proposals.
Prepare project-specific proposals, modular cost estimates, and yield studies using established templates, tools, and financial models.
Participate in public RFP/RFQ pursuits, including preparing proposal content, attending pre-bid meetings, and supporting compliance with public contracting requirements.