Volunteers of America–Greater New York (VOA–Greater New York) is a leading anti-poverty organization serving neighbors in need across New York City. The Project Manager will support the management of the real estate development pipeline and work closely with senior staff to ensure developments are high quality and aligned with the organization's mission.
Responsibilities
- Manage assigned development projects across all phases — site control, due diligence, pre-development, design, financing, construction oversight, lease-up, and conversion — in coordination with the Director of Real Estate Development and subject-matter experts within RED and consulting partners
- Support the development of project budgets, including sources and uses and pro forma operating models. Prepare and submit funding applications to City, State, and federal programs with the support and guidance of the Director of Real Estate Development
- Coordinate due diligence materials and logistics for construction and permanent financing closings with lenders, equity investors, and government agencies
- Support the design process, coordinating with architects, engineers, and consultants to ensure timely, cost-effective, and program-compliant outcomes
- Support regulatory, land use, and governmental approval processes for assigned projects, escalating issues to the Director of Real Estate Development as needed
- Develop responses to potential partners and government agencies for new project opportunities, as well as competitive Requests for Proposals
- Engage with external partners — government agencies, elected officials, community boards, lenders, and service providers — under the direction of the Director of Real Estate Development
- Perform other related duties as requested
Skills
- Bachelor's degree with 1-2 years of direct, full-time experience in affordable, supportive housing development and/or preservation in New York City
- The candidate must have some experience with the affordable and supportive housing finance landscape
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial modeling is required
- Strong written and oral communication skills are required, with the ability to synthesize complex information clearly and concisely for internal and external audiences
- Excellent project management, organizational skills, and attention to detail are essential
- A Master's degree in urban planning, public policy, real estate, or a related field is preferred
- Knowledge of supportive housing service funding (e.g., ESSHI, 15/15) is a plus
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
- Prescription Coverage
- Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday
Company Overview
Volunteers of America-Greater New York is a non-profit organization that provides housing and social services in the Greater New York area. It was founded in 1896, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.voa-gny.org.