Senior Project Manager/Owner's Representative

About the Role

This role serves as the Owner's Representative for real estate development projects, overseeing all phases from feasibility through construction and stabilization to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory requirements. The position requires strong experience in layered financing and the ability to coordinate across stakeholders, manage risks, and drive complex projects to successful completion.

Responsibilities

• Development & Project Oversight
  • Serve as the Owner's Representative across all phases of development, from feasibility through lease-up and stabilization
  • Manage project schedules, budgets, and scopes to ensure successful delivery
  • Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants to advance project milestones
  • Lead regular project meetings and provide updates to senior leadership
• Financial & Capital Management
  • Assist in project underwriting, budgeting, and financial modeling
  • Monitor project budgets, contingencies, and cash flows
  • Support capital structuring and closing processes
  • Review draw requests and coordinate with lenders and investors
• Construction Management
  • Oversee construction progress, budgets, and quality control
  • Review contractor bids, contracts, and change orders
  • Coordinate with general contractors and third-party inspectors
  • Ensure adherence to schedules and resolve construction issues
• Stakeholder & Community Engagement
  • Serve as a key liaison with municipalities, community stakeholders, and partners
  • Participate in public meetings, zoning hearings, and community outreach efforts
  • Support entitlement processes and permitting
• Risk Management & Reporting
  • Identify and mitigate project risks across development lifecycle
  • Maintain thorough project documentation and reporting
  • Provide regular status reports to ownership and investors

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Urban Planning, Construction Management, Finance, or related field
• 5-10+ years of experience in real estate development, project management, or owner's representation
• Demonstrated experience with affordable housing projects, particularly LIHTC
• Strong knowledge of development processes, entitlements, and construction management
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, and consultant teams
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience working for a real estate developer or affordable housing developer
• Experience with mixed-income, multifamily, or supportive housing developments
• Familiarity with public financing tools and layered capital structures
• Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, LEED, or similar)
• Experience working with public agencies or public-private partnerships

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $175,000 to $220,000 USD
• Comprehensive standard benefits package
• Opportunity to lead impactful projects that expand access to affordable housing
• Work on complex, mission-driven developments
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial team environment