Associate Director, Development

Our client is seeking an Associate Director of Development to lead and manage projects from inception through completion while providing mentorship and support to development staff. Additionally, the Associate Director will oversee feasibility analysis, financing, design, entitlement, and construction while coordinating with internal staff, consultants, community stakeholders, and public and private partners.

Why Join This Company? Lead impactful projects that create affordable housing solutions for communities in need.

Collaborate with a mission-driven, experienced, and supportive team.

Enjoy competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Responsibilities:

Mentoring and supporting junior development staff

Supervising one to two Project Managers overseeing 5–8 projects

Collaborating with property management, asset management, and resident services to ensure long-term project success

Contributing to strategic planning and organizational growth initiatives

Reviewing and ensuring accuracy of funding applications, legal documents, and proformas

Guiding design calls, project meetings, and closing calls

Overseeing and leading projects as needed, managing schedules, budgets, and teams

Preparing and submitting funding applications for local, state, and federal resources (e.g., LIHTC, HOME, CDBG, tax-exempt bonds)

Coordinating development teams, including architects, contractors, consultants, legal counsel, and lenders

Securing project entitlements and mitigating risks in the pipeline

Preparing and managing complex financial proformas

Conducting feasibility analyses and risk assessments for new and existing projects

Negotiating term sheets and loan agreements with lenders and investors in coordination with executive leadership

Building and maintaining relationships with public agencies, funders, community organizations, and stakeholders

Representing the organization at public meetings, hearings, and community outreach events

Facilitating community input into project design and development processes

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree

6 years of prior experience as Real Estate Project Manager, including at least 2 years as a Senior Project Manager

1 year of prior supervisory experience

Completion of 5 multi-family, senior, or special-needs housing development projects from inception to completion

Completion of 5 construction loan closings

Strong knowledge of affordable housing finance, including LIHTC, tax-exempt bonds, and public funding programs

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects through all phases of development

Excellent project management and organizational skills

Strong analytical and financial modeling abilities

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to navigate political and regulatory processes with diplomacy

Compensation:

*The below represents the lowest to highest expected salary range for this job opening. Our client ultimately may pay more or less than the posted salary range, and the salary range may be modified in the future. Our client will consider job-related factors including, but not limited to, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs when determining pay.