Vice President of Development, New Jersey

Overview

Senior management position that has full responsibility for sourcing, managing, and executing through to completion new construction affordable housing projects in New Jersey (“NJ”). Directs development staff to achieve profitable implementation of NJ and any other assigned regional-managed affordable low-income and workforce housing developments and has overall responsibility for regional profitability. 

Position Details

• Full-time
• 37.5 Hours per Week 
• Monday - Friday
• 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
• 25% Travel Required

Location

• This position is not fully remote. Candidates must reside in New Jersey, or Greater Philadelphia Area, to ensure commuting accessibility for required in-person site visits and to maintain a consistent regional presence. While some remote work is permitted, regular travel within the region is an essential function of the role. Your home will serve as your base office, with weekly travel to your assigned portfolio of communities and apartment locations as needed.

Responsibilities

· VP will lead the development efforts in NJ and be the “quarterback” of the Conifer teams involved in the projects (Development, Construction, Legal, Accounting, Asset Management, Property Management). 

· Develop and report on annual regional profitability goals to meet overall company goals.

· Determine capacity and appropriate resources to address current and pipeline projects, including staffing and predevelopment expense budgets.

· Hire and manage Development Managers and Development Coordinators, including mentoring, coaching, training and succession planning.

· Represent Conifer at regional conferences and political events. 

· Will be responsible for profitable completion of new affordable (LIHTC) housing and workforce housing developments including sourcing, local approvals, funding applications, construction closings, construction and conversion/ 8609.

· Will oversee implementation of development projects in assigned region(s), principally financed utilizing low-income housing credits, from project inception to 8609 certification with the assistance of development staff to complete the following tasks:

1. Identifying and negotiating purchases of new project sites for pipeline 
2. Responsible for project feasibility and profitability and its related impact on the corporate budget through completion.
3. Develop and maintain professional relationships with local, state and federal funding agencies staying apprised of available programs and requirements and initiatives.
4. Develop and maintain professional relationships with joint venture partners, investors and municipal development planners.
5. State funding, or multi-state funding applications where applicable.
6. Work with the Development Managers to maintain project budget, complete sources and uses and monthly update of project cost to complete
7. Obtain local municipal project approvals. Travel required and evening appointments for local approvals
8. Select, direct and coordinate third party design professionals (i.e. architects, engineers, energy and environmental consultants) to include design review, adhering to the Conifer building outline specifications and standard floor plans
9. Coordinate completion of third-party Market Studies and Appraisals
10. Review and approval of third-party contracts and billings
11. Work with closing team on pre-syndication, equity, construction loan and permanent loan closings,
12. Represent the owner at construction meetings and resolve issues related to design implementation, schedule, local permits, third party professional’s responsibilities and draw reviews. Approve hard cost draws and change orders.
13. Review and approve soft cost draws and submission of hard and soft cost draws to funders.
14. Work with PM team and Construction team to determine all regulatory requirements for the issuance of C of O from the local municipality and direct the contractor and third-party professional to complete their required roles in the process
15. Assist preparing final job cost for 8609 issuance and regulatory agreement filings
16. Other development-related projects, duties as assigned.
17. Remote with some regional office attendance when needed/scheduled and travel to Project states and Project Municipalities. 

Experience

· Minimum fifteen (15+) years in affordable housing development or combination of experience in planning, real estate development and finance.

· Minimum 7+ years of experience in affordable housing project management, leading projects from start to finish, is required.

· Strong financial, budgeting experience required.

· Proficient computer skills and programs including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and project management programs such as Deal Path and Procore. 

· Staffing, performance management including coaching, mentoring, training experience is essential.  

Education/Training

· Bachelor’s degree required, with a major in Business, Law, Finance or Planning preferred.

· High School Diploma/GED equivalent required.

Skills

· Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills.

· Collaborates effectively to get things done, building and nurturing strong relationships—becoming a positive resource for our vendors, contractors, visitors and fellow employees.

· Is enthusiastic, highly motivated with a strong work ethic and has an intense focus on achieving results.

· Champions change and operational excellence.

· Demonstrates organizational, time-management, and multi-tasking skills to effectively manage several projects with daily activities at one time to meet required timelines set.

· Business Professional with excellent business judgment and practices.

· Thinks strategically and applies critical thinking to identifying and solving problems.

· Embraces the opportunity to work side by side with team and partners.

· Is willing to go the extra mile to resolve issues and complete tasks required, including any extended hours that might be needed.

· Strong interpersonal communication skills; ability to mentor, coach team members and provide training guidance as needed. 

· Displays a positive attitude; exercises self-control at all times

· Able to handle confidential matters.

· Flexible, able to multi-task; adaptable to change projects when needed.

· Ability to read and comprehend complex documents (regulatory agreements, contracts, others). 

· Excellent customer service skills with ability to effectively collaborate with fellow colleagues at all levels, contractors, vendors, visitors, local and state representatives, other officials as required.

· Light work that may require, walking, stooping, crouching and lifting up to 15 pounds on occasion.

· Travel required – frequency based upon projects, scheduled meetings, conferences.

· Evening hours required as needed.

 Equipment + Vehicles Required to be Used 

· Computer

· Telephone, Cell Phone

· Photocopies

· Scanner 

· Reliable transportation/vehicle with valid drivers’ license and valid auto insurance policy.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Conifer Realty is a professional, service-oriented organization offering a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, along with excellent benefits that include ongoing training and development, 13 holidays, 15 days paid time off, 401K with company match, medical, HSA, dependent care Flex account, dental, vision; company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurances; and a wellness program.   

The salary rage for this position is $185,000.00 - $215,000.00. The actual compensation may vary depending on a wide range of factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, location, etc. This range does not include additional forms of compensation such as bonuses.   

APPLY TODAY via our website link: http://www.careersatconifer. com complete our application process and attach your resume. You will hear directly from the hiring manager on next steps in the process. Thank you for your interest in joining the Conifer Team!   

Conifer Realty LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.