Senior Project Manager for Planning

Overview

Senior Project Manager for Planning – Cambridge Housing Authority (CHA). Department:
Planning and Development. FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt. Union:
Teamsters Local 122. Grade: 17.

Reports to:

Deputy Director of Planning and Development.

About CHA:
The Cambridge Housing Authority is a leader in developing and maintaining affordable housing communities. CHA focuses on policy innovation and family economic opportunities, developing and managing safe, high-quality, affordable housing for low-income individuals and families. CHA provides long-term rental housing and rental assistance through Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Programs. CHA is accredited by the Affordable Housing Accreditation Board (AHAB).

Summary:

The primary purpose of this position is to direct the planning aspects of development and modernization programs at CHA developments and/or affordable housing consulting activities. All activities must support CHA’s strategic goals and objectives and produce results for the Planning and Development department.

• Pursues possible public and private funding sources including private financing, bonds, tax credits, foundation, etc., and prepares financial projections, funding applications and detailed submissions to secure funding and other regulatory approvals.
• Manages overall financial closings including providing and securing required due diligences, reports, approvals and documentation.
• Meets and maintains effective communication with CHA residents, community members and other stakeholders, providing information, updates, or decisions related to specific CHA modernization and development projects.
• Procures architectural and engineering firms, consultants, attorneys, etc., in accordance with CHA’s procurement policies, state and federal requirements, and good business practices.
• Acts as contract administrator for consulting contracts related to assigned special investigations or planning projects; prepares RFPs, drafts recommendations for award of contract, prepares modifications, and performs close-out functions.
• Meets with tenant councils and managers during development of Physical Needs Inventory to determine management and tenant council priorities for improvements.
• Develops annual Capital Improvement Plan and prepares funding submissions under local, state, and federal modernization programs.
• Meets with tenant communities and leadership and on-site management teams during development of specifications for modernization work items; reviews and approves final specifications prior to bidding.
• Meets with tenant communities and leadership and on-site management teams during construction to discuss progress or proposed changes to specifications.
• Coordinates the necessary approvals with state and federal agencies for modernization and development programs.
• Works with the CHA Management department to ensure management has training, warranties, etc., to properly maintain modernization improvements.
• Coordinates major planning or consulting assignments, schedules, and budget compliance; ensures reporting requirements and relocation regulations are met; conducts necessary planning research.
• Supervises a staff of 3-5 people, as well as various consulting Architects and Engineers and other outside consultants.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education And/or Experience: Bachelor’s Degree and at least four (4) years of experience in affordable housing finance, program administration, contract administration, or housing planning with supervisory experience. Master’s Degree in planning, business administration, or public administration preferred. Massachusetts driver’s license required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Technical Skills: Ability to comprehend and communicate technical real estate financing and building issues; strong organizational, written and oral communication and problem-solving skills; proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, and MS Outlook; ability to use financial, accounting, and file management software; willingness to learn other software as needed.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities: The…