NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development

Project Manager for Conversions and Completions, Moderate Rehabilitation and Stabilization Loan Programs for the Division of Preservation Finance

NEW YORK, NYPosted 18 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development

  • Job overview

    The Project Manager for Conversions and Completions will oversee construction and conversion projects within the Moderate Rehabilitation and Stabilization Loan Programs, ensuring timely completion and loan closings to support affordable housing preservation.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves managing project progress, liaising with developers, tenants, and lenders, monitoring construction and conversion milestones, reviewing legal and financial documents, facilitating approvals, and representing the agency in meetings and community engagements.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates need a baccalaureate degree with two years of relevant community work experience or equivalent experience, financial analysis skills including modeling and statement analysis, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Excel and Word; knowledge of housing development and HPD programs is preferred.

  • Work environment and culture

    The agency promotes diversity, inclusion, and a commitment to affordable housing and neighborhood strength in New York City, fostering a collaborative environment with multiple city, state, and federal partners.

  • Company information

    NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development focuses on promoting quality, affordability, and safety in housing across New York City, managing significant capital investments to address housing crises through various preservation and development programs.

  • Team overview

    The position is within the Office of Development's Division of Preservation Finance, which administers multiple financing programs to support multi-family and single-family affordable housing preservation.

  • Unique job features

    The role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of capitally funded projects, including Mitchell-Lama and HDFC co-operative buildings, with significant stakeholder interaction and impact on affordable housing preservation in NYC.

Company overview

The NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development (HPD) is the largest municipal housing agency in the United States, dedicated to promoting the construction and preservation of affordable housing in New York City. HPD makes money through a combination of federal, state, and city funding, as well as through partnerships with private developers. Founded in 1978, HPD plays a crucial role in implementing housing policies, enforcing the Housing Maintenance Code, and ensuring the quality and safety of the city's housing stock. The agency's initiatives include affordable housing programs, tenant protection services, and community development projects.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to emphasize project management skills specifically related to construction monitoring, co-op conversions, and loan closings within affordable housing programs like HUD Multifamily and Moderate Rehabilitation.

  • Highlight your experience liaising with developers, financial institutions, and government agencies, showcasing your ability to facilitate approvals and troubleshoot construction and financing issues.

  • Apply through multiple channels including the NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development’s official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility.

  • Connect on LinkedIn with current employees in the Division of Preservation Finance or the Office of Development; use ice breakers such as commenting on the agency’s 'Housing Our Neighbors' initiative or asking about challenges in managing affordable housing projects.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords like 'project management,' 'affordable housing,' 'loan closing,' 'construction monitoring,' 'HUD Multifamily,' and 'co-op conversions' to ensure it passes automated screenings.

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