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The Housing Development Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the development of affordable housing projects from initial feasibility analysis through construction and operations. Key responsibilities include evaluating sites for development potential, securing financing, managing project budgets, overseeing consultants, and assisting with rent-up or sales activities. Applicants should have experience in multi-family residential development and knowledge of affordable housing programs and regulations. Strong financial and project management skills are required.

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Job Description - Housing Development Project Manager

The Housing Development Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the development of affordable housing projects from initial feasibility analysis through construction and operations. Key responsibilities include evaluating sites for development potential, securing financing, managing project budgets, overseeing consultants, and assisting with rent-up or sales activities. Applicants should have experience in multi-family residential development and knowledge of affordable housing programs and regulations. Strong financial and project management skills are required.

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BURBANK HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

Job Description Housing Development Project Manager


The Housing Development Project Managers primary responsibilities include but are not limited to fulfilling the
overall technical aspects involved in the development of affordable residential communities. These aspects
include initial feasibility analysis, acquisition, design, financing and entitlements; coordination with construction
staff in the plan check and construction stage, and coordination of start-up operations with Property Management
and/or Homeownership Department staff. Under the general direction of the Director or Housing Development,
the Project Manager is expected to exercise a high level of independent judgment in the conduct of business
responsibility with minimal supervision.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
With the assistance of the Director of Housing Development, evaluates potential of sites to determine the
feasibility for using the site for affordable housing, then assists with negotiation of purchase agreements.
With the assistance of the Development Finance Director and the Director of Housing Development,
evaluates financial feasibility and establishes a financing plan for the development.
Applies for, secures, and reports upon pre-development, construction, and permanent financing from
conventional, public, and quasi-public agencies. Establishes and manages budgets for each funding source.
Coordinates the hiring of the design team and other specialized consultants and is also responsible for
overseeing the work of these consultants.
Prepares for and makes public presentations related to the project.
In coordination with the Construction Department, assists as necessary in the selection of a general
contractor and monitors construction budget and reviews change orders during construction phase.
Monitors project finances in conjunction with the Controller and the Director of Housing Development. Takes
responsibility for establishing and updating total project budget, with Director of Housing Development and
Director of Development Finance.
Oversees loan closings and coordinates all lender reporting.
In coordination with the Property Management Department and/or the Homeownership Department, assists
as necessary with initial rent-up and/or sales activities.
Provides technical support and participates in training of other development staff members.
Manage project close-out activities.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Thorough knowledge of the development process as it relates to residential construction, especially multifamily construction.
Familiarity with government housing programs on federal, state, and local levels.
Good understanding of the public planning process.
Ability to do detailed financial analyses of housing projects concerning site acquisition, predevelopment
activities, construction financing, and permanent financing.
Familiarity with the funding and loan closing process and ability to facilitate financial transactions.
Ability to understand policies of the federal and state agencies, and private lending institutions, which may
apply to a given project.
Ability to exchange information, discuss and negotiate business arrangements, and advocate for the
accomplishment of Burbank Housings program activities.
Ability to exercise a high level of housing development skills, leadership ability, and willingness to combine
attention to detail with a broad view of the predevelopment process and Burbanks public purpose.
A bachelors degree or graduate study in business, finance, economics, public administration, community
development, planning or related field is desired.
At least two years of development experience in residential housing with an emphasis on multi-family projects
or two years of applicable senior project management experience. An equivalent combination of education
and experience that would reasonably provide the required knowledge and skills may be acceptable.
Possession of a valid California Drivers License, a good driving record, and automobile insurance per
requirements of the State of California.

Working knowledge of or willingness to learn computer software and systems: Excel, Word, Windows 98, EMail
Ability to work with percentages and ratios and to interpret and create spreadsheets.
Ability to work with individuals and/or groups, both in a public and private arena, as a representative of
Burbank Housing. Contacts may include public agency officials, housing development professionals,
representatives of the business and financial community and community-based groups.
Must be self-motivated and a self-starter.

Language Skills
Ability to read, interpret, and analyze written budgets and financial documents, government regulations,
professional journals, technical procedures, and refinancing application applications.
Ability to write business correspondence and reports.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups or individuals.
Knowledge of Spanish is helpful.
For this position the following application must be completed: Burbank Housing Employment Application
All applicants must also submit a resume and a cover letter of interest.
Burbank Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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