Senior Project Manager/Owner's Representative

Property Management Development Role

This role offers end-to-end ownership and meaningful stakeholder engagement. Lead complex, high-impact projects in a mission driven development team.

About Our Client

This growing property management firm has built a strong reputation for executing large, complex transactions and managing significant real estate investments across diverse asset classes. Known for its disciplined approach and institutional-quality operations, the company is equally recognized for fostering a supportive culture that prioritizes work-life balance, professional development, and long-term employee satisfaction.

Job Description

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

The Successful Applicant

Required

• 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

• 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

What's on Offer

• 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
• Competitive compensation and benefits package