Real Estate Project Coordinator

Job Type
Planning
Organization
SMOC
Contact Name
Katie Turcot
Contact Email
kturcot@smoc.org
Contact Phone
Address

7 Bishop Street
Framingham, MA
United States

Job Description

SUMMARY

Support the Director of RE Development by directing, coordinating and tracking activities of SMOC’s micro-unit development project, as well as assist in advancing all construction and development activities on various projects.  This position is responsible for ensuring that goals and/or objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frames and funding parameters and will interface with SMOC’s property management and facilities and maintenance teams. The qualified candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in community development, specifically for low income individuals. Some of the responsibilities of this position are:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Serving as the point person in SMOC’s effort to create low income housing for chronically homeless persons
  • Assisting with the creation and submittal of financing and grant applications to public and private funders
  • Developing timelines and implementation strategies for various real estate projects
  • Monitoring of consultants, contractors and other stakeholders specific to individual projects
  • Corresponding and consulting with our legal representation on projects
  • Navigating site permitting and local approval process for micro-unit project
  • Determining work procedures, preparing work schedules and expediting workflow
  • Assigning duties and examining work for accuracy and compliance
  • Processing funding requisitions and managing relationships with multiple funding entities
  • Determining and reviewing applicable codes, regulations and requirements for project
  • Reviewing utility permits, street use permits, franchise utility permits, etc.
  • Engaging all clients by understanding and addressing their needs whether within or outside the scope of work.
  • Attending and participating in engagement team meetings as requested and communicating effectively with clients and staff in other areas.
  • Maintaining confidentiality of client, employee and agency information in accordance with federal and state laws and funder requirements.
  • Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's degree with three years of relevant experience or equivalent work experience.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently in a team environment. 
  • Proficiency with Word and Excel. 
  • Excellent writing skills and math skills. 
  • Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work at multiple levels within an organization
  • Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and ability to meet insurance standards.
  • Previous real estate experience related to construction, legal and or analysis is beneficial but not required
  • Qualified candidates have the ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently.