Overview

The position assumes full responsibility for the successful completion of multi-faceted real estate development projects – both market-rate and affordable - from inception through construction completion and lease-up. This individual is responsible for the strong leadership of an in-house team of Associate Developers, Assistant Developers and Administrative Assistants. This individual simultaneously assembles and manages an external team of financiers, architects, designers, engineers and contractors. Each developer simultaneously coordinates multiple projects in varying stages of development. This position demands strong financial skills, creative thinking, leadership, and effective communication.

Pay range:$110,000 - $135,000/year + bonus depending on experience.

This position is eligible for an uncapped performance-based bonus program tied to individual and company results.

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Responsibilities

Identification and evaluation of real-estate development opportunities
Determination of the financial feasibility for a viable project
Determination of the suitability of a site
Direct report to Pennrose Properties Chief Financial Officer for predevelopment expenditures expectations, development cash-flow, and development capital requirements
Drafting and finalizing multiple, professional RFPs and RFQs
Establishing strong public private partnerships
Delivery of professional Powerpoint presentations before both large and small groups of financiers, municipalities, and community constituents for the purpose of marketing Pennrose Properties to groups potentially skeptical and occasionally adverse
Development of realistic project budgets
Coordination of efficient land-development approval process
Assembly and leadership of superior development team
Coordination of legal team
Responsibility for all site control documentation, loan agreements, equity documents and partnership agreements
Collaboration with architects and engineers in designing proposed developments
Determination of realistic project schedules
Meeting design, funding and construction deadlines throughout the project
Meeting project budgets
Oversight of contractors and other professionals to build proposed developments
Efficient project management through superior team management
Delivery of on-time, on-budget real estate development projects
Coordination of lease-up of completed development with full flow of information concerning limiting criteria
Management and motivation of in-house development team
Maintenance of calendars
Providing direction for the scheduling and coordinating of the logistics for all development meetings
Balancing the opinions of internal staff with external participants in a timely and diplomatic manner
Demonstrating an understanding of the workload and priorities of all development team members
Keeping the Team Leaders well-informed of all project issues

Qualifications

Performance Metrics

Agreement of Sale/ Development Agreements and site control secured
Ensure 100% construction completion and receipt of all funds within established time frame
Achievement of financial closings within established timeframes.
Project lease-up at pace expected as of closings
Achievement of fully approved project entitlements with established time frames.

Required Education and Experience:

BA or BS required
At least four years of experience as an associate developer or equivalent position
Strong entrepreneurial instincts
Solid analytical skills
Documented well-rounded real estate background
Demonstrated ability to sell an idea through exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Confidence in delivering on-message PowerPoint presentations before possibly contentious groups
Considerable interpersonal skills including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; being both responsive and thoughtful
Discretion in handling confidential information
Demonstrated organizational skills, including the ability to set priorities in concert with the development team yet able to work independently
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure exercising sound judgment, prioritizing demands and responding with composure to a fast-paced environment with high-energy leadership
Demonstrated understanding of project proformas for both market-rate and public housing developments
Profound understanding of HUD and Housing Finance agency budget requirements
Experience in filing applications requesting Low Income Housing Tax Credits, Federal Home Loan Bank Affordable Housing Program funds and a multitude of other soft resources
Demonstrated ability to respond to and resolve problems rapidly and efficiently
Proficiency in Outlook, Microsoft Office including Word and Excel
Demonstrated punctuality and respect for other’s time
Accuracy – with an attention to detail - and speed in task execution
Strong work ethic and exceptionally high work standards
Maturity, good judgment and professionalism
At least four years experience as an Associate Developer or equivalent position
Requires a valid driver’s license, an insured vehicle, and the ability to travel (between properties, on-call emergencies, training, etc.)

Working Conditions:

Ability to work periodic flexible hours is required. Ability to travel by plane and automobile is required.
Ability to work at property locations within or near transitional neighborhoods – again with the support of PMC.
Ability to climb stairs, take elevators, bend, squat and reach over head.

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