Project Manager

I am currently working with a market leading multi-family specialist in New York City, who focus on the Affordable side of the market on both Ground Up Construction and Occupied Rehab's.

As the Project Manager is responsible for the overall success of affordable housing real estate development and construction projects in New York City, managing both ground-up new construction and occupied rehabilitation initiatives from initial concept through permanent conversion.

Key Duties:

• Serve as the primary liaison between the General Contractor/Superintendent, the Project Team, and the development/finance teams.
• Track the construction schedule and budget rigorously. Review, process, and approve monthly payment applications ( draws ) and change orders, ensuring costs align with the approved scope and funding requirements.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, enforce quality control standards, and ensure strict compliance with architectural plans, NYC Building Code, and the specific program requirements of affordable housing agencies (HPD, HDC, NYCHA).
• Oversee the final construction phases, including managing the punch list, ensuring timely issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy, and coordinating project closeout documentation.
• Oversee the design process, coordinating architects, engineers, and consultants. Manage all city approvals, including zoning, land use applications (ULURP, CEQR/NEPA), and securing permits from the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB).
• Prepare and submit comprehensive applications in response to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and secure all necessary financing commitments from public and private sources.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in real estate development or construction Project Management, with a significant focus on NYC affordable housing projects (LIHTC, HPD/HDC, NYCHA/RAD).
• Proven ability to manage both complex ground-up multi-family construction and substantial rehabilitation projects.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, real estate underwriting, and navigating complex capital stacks and funding requirements specific to affordable housing.
• Deep understanding of the New York City regulatory environment, including DOB permitting, zoning, CEQR/NEPA, and TPP mandates.