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Project Manager, Lawndale CDC

Real Estate Development
Project Manager
Job Description
Lawndale Christian Development Corporation (LCDC) is a faith based organization whose mission to impact the lives of the residents education, housing, economic development and community advocacy.
Job Title: Project Manager
Reports to: Community Development/Project Manager
Job Overview:
The project manager will independently manage real estate development process/projects and economic development plan. The position involves the managing the team of internal and external professionals for successful project execution, while assuring adherence to established administrative process and procedures. The position involves all phases of real estate dev. Process including community engagement, predevelopment, project funding, planning and community outreach. Community outreach will include participating in the organizing and formation of a business owner’s organization within a specified corridor.
Duties and Responsibilities:
 Oversee Real Estate Development
 Manage feasibility studies/conception plan for new projects. Research and compile information for presentation to ED and Assoc. Director, Board, community, and stakeholders
 Indentify funding sources determine, define, and implement financing for development projects by producing pro forma analysis and developing relationships with financial partners (public & private).
 Oversee all aspects of managing development team
 Manage development of the scope of work and financial planning for major renovations
 Oversee day to day construction management of all projects.
 Communicate and work with all staff, board members, community stakeholders, financial contributors, consultants, local, regional, and national interests’ parties
 In collaboration with the Associate Director, develop and manage the budget and schedule for the project. Track all spending and ensure project is completed within budget and on schedule.
 Establish and strengthen relationships with residents, businesses, and organizations in the community
 Moves forward the next phase in corridor development and beautification plan.
 Implement Green Zone community development plan
Required Skills
2 -3 years in urban planning, real estate development, or real estate or commercial finance related. Demonstrated competence in the development field, the preparation and analysis of project budgets and management of government contracts is required. Must have LIHTC experience. Own transportation is required. Experience with city, state, and federal programs helpful. Minimum of four years experience preferred. Knowledge of: Database programs, Internet, Microsoft Office for Windows, Supervisory and management skills, program and budget planning and evaluation.
Please submit a resume and cover letter to Ms. Patricia McGhee at pmcghee@lcdc.net.