Real Estate Project Manager

Overview Real Estate Project Manager SamaritanDaytopVillage provides life-changing services in mental health, addiction recovery, housing, and more to help individuals and families across New York rebuild their lives. We serve over33,000 clientsannually at more than 60 locations throughout the five boroughs, as well as Suffolk, Rockland, Sullivan, Westchester, and Ulster Counties. The Real Estate Development Project Manager oversees the planning, financing, and execution of affordable and supportive housing projects primarily in New York City, with a portfolio that also includes projects in our other regions of New York State. Reporting tothe Vice President, Real Estate, this role manages development budgets, lender requisitions, financing applications, and construction-to-permanent loan closings while coordinating with contractors, consultants, property management, and public agencies such as HPD, HDC, HCR, HFA, and HUD. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in real estate development, affordable housing finance, or project management, strong financial and Excel skills, and a passion for advancing supportive housing and community-focused real estate initiatives. Responsibilities Manage real estate development budgets and track project expenses to ensure alignment with approved development and operating budgets Process lender requisitions, oversee contractor and vendor payments, andmaintainaccuratefinancial records and reporting Identifyand secure financing for affordable and supportive housing projects, including preparing applications for HPD, HDC, HCR, HFA, HHAP, OASAS, FHLB, HUD, and other public funding sources Develop and analyze pro forma budgets for capital development, operations, and supportive services Coordinate responses to RFPs and RFQs for real estate development opportunities Support complex transactions including construction and permanent loan closings, bond financing, lease negotiations, project cost certifications, LIHTC investments, and 8609 filings Collaborate with contractors, consultants, legal, property management, facilities, and social service teams to ensure successful project delivery, rent-up, and building openings Represent the Real Estate department with internal teams, lenders, public officials, and external stakeholders Assistsenior leadership in developing policies, procedures, and best practices for real estate development and operations Provideadditionalsupport to advance the organization’s real estate portfolio and long-term growth Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate Finance, Urban Planning, Business, or a related field (Master’sdegree preferred) Minimum 5 years of experience in real estate development, affordable housing, real estate finance, or project management Strong financial analysis and budgeting skills, with advancedproficiencyin Microsoft Excel and experience using project management software Knowledge of affordable housing finance programs and public funding sources (e.g., HPD, HDC, HCR, HFA, HUD, LIHTC) preferred Ability to manage multiple real estate development projects simultaneously and adjust development and operating budgets as needed Passion for supportive housing and alignment with SamaritanDaytopVillage’s mission Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively Excellent written, verbal, and email communication skills Ability to regularly travel throughout New York City andoccasionallyto other regions throughout NYS Additional Information This is a full-time exempt role witha salaryof $85,000-$105,000with a full benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance,25 daysof paid time off, access to a retirement account with an employerto match, and tuition reimbursement. ThisroleisbasedinBriarwood, Queens with an expectation of working fromthe officeor a real estate development site3 times per week. #J-18808-Ljbffr