Senior Project Manager

Summary This position manages all aspects of the development process, from site acquisition and project conception through construction completion and lease-up for multiple projects. The Senior Project Manager is also responsible for ensuring a smooth transition of the process from development through occupancy and into operations. Responsibilities Project Inception and Feasibility

Identify and test feasibility of potential development opportunities through coordination of physical and financial due diligence activities ( entitlement probability, financial and market analysis, initial product identification, overseeing CEQA/EIR environmental studies, architectural, engineering and land use studies, etc. )

Maintain current knowledge of debt and equity underwriting standards and of the apartment and related residential housing markets in the region to identify development opportunities for both direct and joint venture developments

Act as BRIDGE’s representative in the marketplace, working with investors, contractors, city officials, brokers, lenders, peers, and others

Negotiate for acquisition of property, conceptualizing a development program and process that fits with BRIDGE’s mission and business strategy

Work with supervisor and other divisions within the company to gain approval for acquisition, initial development concept and funding of initial feasibility and subsequent activities

Ensure proper coordination with property managers and other departments and resources within BRIDGE to assure compliance with underwriting and development goals

Planning Approvals/Entitlements

Manage team of consultants and process of obtaining required planning approvals

Coordinate with Asset and Property Management department s to ensure that programmatic issues with respect to maintenance, operations and provision of services are adequately addressed

Coordinate company resources to ensure political support of the project, including:

Managing and overseeing the entitlement process, including representation before municipal and other regulatory boards, working with land use attorneys, land planners, architects, engineers and other c onsultants, and local officials

Managing community outreach programs to build supp ort for the development program

S election and management of the design development team responsible for design conceptualization and programming

Working as an asset team member and leader with other company disciplines

Working closely with the external General Contractor and with the property management group during marketing and lease-up through stabilized occupancy

Project Design and Construction

Manage the design and construction team to ensure a financially and operationally viable development in a timely and cost-efficient manner

Manage construction draw process and maintain lender/investor relationships

Financial

Create and maintain up-to-date pro forma that accurately reflect the project budget and financing plan

Obtain financing for completion of the development, including taking the lead in negotiating the terms of financing

Manage project costs throughout the development process

Obtain formal approval of budget prior to implementation, including those that require expenditure of BRIDGE internal resources

Ensure long term viability by budgeting adequate reserves and operating expenses in consultation with Asset and Property Management departments

Ensure the protection of BRIDGE’s assets and resources through conservative assumptions and clear documentation of loan and partnership terms

Quality

Ensure the highest quality development that reinforces BRIDGE’s commitment to long term viability and contextual design

Initiate and maintain ongoing interaction with Property Management department to ensure long term quality

Treat all members of the BRIDGE team with respect and consideration

Preserve BRIDGE’s ex isting relationships and build new ones through professional conduct with outside entities

Collaborate with other members of the division and the company on special initiatives that will continue to keep BRIDGE at the forefront of the industry

Mentor junior staff as appropriate

Qualifications

7 to 10 years of experien ce in real estate development, including affordable and m ultifamily/ attached res idential experience

Strong academic background with a college degree

Five or more year s of on-the-job experience in the development of complex projects such as urban and transportation-oriented multi family housing

Experience in conceptualizing, site planning, and programming multifamily develop ments

Proven experience in all phases of the new c onstruction development process from site control through entitlement, design, construction, lease-up, and stabilization

Ability to develop and execu te community outreach programs, build relationships with civic and political leaders/influencers to build awareness and support fo r proposed development projects

Proven real estate finance expertise in rental an d low- income housing tax credit s

A bility to create pr oject pro forma and articulate the case for a specific project

Experience managing internal and externa l teams on development projects

Ability to work with time sensitive material and meet m ultiple deadlines

Proficiency in MS Office

Preferred

MBA or equivalent degree in business, real estate, arc hitecture, planning, or finance

Strong knowledge of market dynami cs and real estate values in Southern California market

Experience taking several projects through the entire development process

BRIDGE Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for our diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act , we will consider qualified applicants with arrest records.