Associate Project Manager

About Abode Communities

Abode Communities is seeking an Associate Project Manager to join our energetic and dedicated property management team. Abode Communities is a nonprofit social enterprise that has been rooted in community development throughout the State of California since 1968. More than an affordable housing provider, our work fosters a culture of housing inclusion by integrating families and individuals with neighborhoods so communities at-large can thrive.

Primary Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Support new acquisition and portfolio-wide analysis and strategy through data management, researching and tracking financing opportunities, and collaborating with Asset Management and Property Management as well as outside consultants.
• Conduct initial financial feasibility analysis for new acquisition and rehabilitation of existing portfolio projects, including developing the rehabilitation scope of work in partnership with Asset Management and Property Management divisions as well as outside consultants.
• Solicit and analyze consultant proposals during predevelopment and manage consultant scopes of work during each phase of a projects development;
• Support the preparation, completion and coordination of grant and loan applications to various private and public funding agencies related to affordable housing and community development projects, with emphasis on rehabilitation;
• Administer loan closings, in partnership with Real Estate Development staff, including working with attorneys, lenders, investors, and escrow and title companies in the coordination and delivery of due diligence, legal and financial documents;
• Coordinate, as needed, with Abode Communities Finance Department to prepare, maintain and submit funding draws to numerous financial institutions for predevelopment and construction phases of affordable housing rehabilitation projects;
• Coordinate preparation and/or analysis of real estate documents such as easements, title reports, relocation documentation, utility service applications, etc. Maintain accurate and up to date project files.
• Provide administrative support to AVP, Business Development and the Business Development Division, such as filing, scanning, photocopying, etc.

• Minimum bachelor's degree and two-years work experience; graduate degree in related field preferred; OR equivalent years of work experience in urban planning, housing development, real estate development, business, finance or a related field will be considered.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal housing financing programs, including Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), Tax-Exempt Bond financing, and assorted programs administered by local and state agencies such as HCD, LAHD, LACDA, etc.
• Experience with rehabilitation projects and resyndications, and familiarity with Asset Management a plus.
• Proficiency with computer programs and spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports and legal real estate documents.
• Strong math and analytical abilities. Ability to conduct financial analysis and prepare project budgets. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Capacity to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in an organized, efficient and timely manner and successfully meet project deadlines. Excellent organizational, time management and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal communication skills and clear writing ability.
• Self-starter, able to take initiative, and work well under pressure.
• Ability to initiate and maintain effective, cooperative working relationships with colleagues, consultants, and development team members.
• Ability to travel within Abode Communities service area.

Compensation & Benefits

Budgeted Salary $72,000 - $80,000/year - Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience. Under California Law, Abode Communities is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount Abode Communities reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.

• Benefits include health, dental and vision insurance, long term disability insurance, 401K plan, vacation and sick leave benefits.

Equal Opportunity Policy

Abode Communities embraces equal opportunity and diversity is a core value. We define diversity as Fostering an organizational culture of inclusion, where different experiences and perspectives of those we serve and those with whom we work are respected and valued. Abode Communities fosters a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment, whether based on race, national origin, gender, gender expression, religion, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other criterion prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain talented people from diverse candidate pools. Applications from traditionally underrepresented communities are encouraged.