Construction Administrator

Job Opportunity: Construction Administrator with Cincinnati Development Fund in Cincinnati, OH (Over-the-Rhine)

Hybrid Schedule

Are you an experienced Construction Administrator with a knack for juggling multiple projects and deadlines? Do you have a passion for historic preservation and revitalizing under-served communities? Are you looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact and build lasting relationships with a growing company? If so, we’d love to meet you!

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Construction Administrator to manage our portfolio of commercial construction loans. This role involves juggling multiple responsibilities, from monitoring project progress and managing draw requests to collaborating with cross-functional teams, contractors, and borrowers. You will play a key role in ensuring successful project outcomes by maintaining clear communication and upholding high quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with loan officers, developers, and contractors to establish and maintain construction budgets and disbursement processes.
• Monitor construction progress through site visits, inspections, and monthly draw meetings.
• Process and track construction draw requests accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist with underwriting by evaluating construction assumptions.
• Maintain construction management reports and update cost databases.
• Handle multiple simultaneous tasks, including managing relationships with contractors, sub-contractors, lenders, and borrowers.
• Meet defined timelines and project deadlines while working independently and with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure smooth transitions from construction to permanent loans.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, real estate, finance, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in Excel for project tracking and analysis.
• Exceptional multitasking and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Experience in construction draws, underwriting, or construction project management.
• Passion for real estate development and historic preservation.
• Ability to explain processes carefully and thoughtfully while following established protocols.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in commercial real estate financing, banking, or construction industry.
• Experience with historic preservation or renovation projects.
  
  

Why Join Us?

CDF offers competitive compensation, with a salary range of $60,000 to $75,000 depending on experience, along with comprehensive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with company contributions
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous paid time off
  
  

About Us

Cincinnati Development Fund (CDF) is a nonprofit lending institution that fills the gap traditional lenders often miss, driving real estate development in under-served markets across Greater Cincinnati. We support projects that strengthen low-income neighborhoods, preserve historic properties, and foster vibrant communities.

Join us in transforming communities and making a lasting impact on Greater Cincinnati’s future! Apply online today.

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