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Construction Administrator - Brinshore Development (Chicago)

Who: Established in 1994, Brinshore Development is an innovative real estate company specializing in the development of residential communities that foster conservation, collaboration and affordability. Brinshore has undertaken dozens of developments, from large-scale master planned communities to the restoration of meticulously preserved historic properties. The Brinshore portfolio today encompasses more than 7,000 residential units valued at more than $1 billion. Brinshore has been repeatedly recognized and rewarded for its projects and is currently listed as the 26th largest affordable housing developer in 2018 by AHF Magazine.

What: The Construction Administrator will be responsible for working with the Controller, Director of Finance and Developers to facilitate construction draw and equity funding requests. This position requires a minimum of two years of experience in the funding side of real estate construction financing, specifically processing construction draws and/or bookkeeping. The Construction Administrator will need to have an intricate working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat. This position requires a very detail oriented person, who can manage draw requests and reports with a focus on precision and accuracy.

Job Duties:

  • Prepare Owner’s Sworn Statements for draw requests for project closings and monthly construction draws. 
  • Facilitate required information to funding partners (banks, equity providers, municipal funders) to accompany financial requests. 
  • Manage timing of draw requests, and monitor overall project timing against initial proforma. 
  • Assist with compiling information related to construction loan close outs and conversions to permanent loans. 
  • Assist in the preparation of project cost certifications and LIHTC basis calculations. 
  • Assist in the compilation of information required for equity installments. 
  • Other duties as required.

Salary Range: Negotiable plus benefits package, including health insurance, 401K, paid time off.

Resumes can be sent to hr@brinshore.com.