Consultant - Housing and Community Solutions

Job Family: Capital Projects & Infrastructure Consulting Travel Required: Up to 50% Clearance Required: None What You Will Do Supporting affordable housing finance and program implementation engagements for public‑sector clients. Evaluating affordable housing development proposals, including 4% and 9% LIHTC projects. Developing and analyzing project budgets, sources and uses, and financial pro formas. Conducting feasibility analyses, benefit‑cost analyses, and subsidy layering reviews. Assisting with project due diligence, including review of development, financing, land use, and regulatory documentation. Supporting client use of HOME, CDBG, ARPA, and other public funding sources. Researching and interpreting HUD regulations (24 CFR), QAPs, and program guidance. Developing supporting deliverables such as memos, reports, tools, templates, Standard Operating Procedures, and presentations. Conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis and synthesizing findings into clear, client‑ready outputs. Supporting stakeholder engagement activities, including interviews, workshops, and coordination with partner agencies. Managing assigned tasks, timelines, and deliverables in coordination with project leadership. What You Will Need Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university 1+ (ONE) years of experience in affordable housing finance, housing policy, public‑sector consulting, government, nonprofit or mission‑driven organizations Experience supporting affordable housing development, finance or program implementation projects Experience developing or analyzing project budgets, financial models or pro formas Familiarity with LIHTC, HOME, CDBG and/or other housing and community development funding sources Working knowledge of HUD multifamily programs and relevant federal regulations Strong Excel skills (including pivot tables and lookup functions) Strong analytical and research skills with attention to detail Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a consulting environment Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint No sponsorship available for this position What Would Be Nice To Have Preference will be given to applicants who reside within a 50-mile radius of a Guidehouse office Master’s degree in a related field HOME Compliance Specialist (HCS) or similar certification Experience with housing‑related data analysis, monitoring, or evaluation Exposure to syndication, underwriting, or housing finance software systems Experience with GIS platforms, such as ArcGIS, and data visualization tools such as Power BI The annual salary range for this position is $74,000.00-$124,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. What We Offer Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance 401(k) Retirement Plan Basic Life & Supplemental Life Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Student Loan PayDown Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities Skills Development & Certifications Employee Referral Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program Mobility Stipend Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco. #J-18808-Ljbffr Guidehouse