Executive Project Manager II

Glendower Group Elm City Communities

Lead Transformational Projects. Shape Communities. Grow Your Impact.

The Glendower Group an innovative 501(c)(3) real estate development arm of Elm City Communities is a mission-driven organization at the forefront of affordable housing development in Connecticut. For more than two decades Glendower has been redefining what high-quality community-centered housing can look like by delivering integrated sustainable and financially sound development solutions that strengthen neighborhoods and expand opportunity.

We are seeking an Executive Project Manager IIa strategic collaborative and solutions-oriented professional who thrives in complex environments and is energized by work that directly improves lives. If you excel at navigating multifaceted development projects building trusted partnerships and turning ambitious ideas into tangible outcomes this is a chance to do meaningful visible and lasting work in affordable housing.

The Opportunity

As the Executive Project Manager II you will be the trusted right hand to Glendowers executive leadership helping to shape major development initiatives ensure operational excellence and create the conditions for projects to move seamlessly from concept to completion.

You will manage some of Glendowers most critical real estate development efforts guiding cross-functional teams tracking milestones ensuring compliance and anticipating both challenges and opportunities. This is a role for someone who is energized by being at the center of activity connecting people systems budgets partnerships and timelines to drive forward mission-aligned results.

You will also help expand Glendowers footprint by identifying new development opportunities and cultivating relationships both within and beyond this role your leadership will directly support the growth sustainability and long-term impact of Glendowers real estate portfolio.

This is a position for someone who enjoys autonomy accountability and the opportunity to lead meaningful high-impact work.

What Youll Do

Leadership & Collaboration

• Serve as a liaison between executive leadership and department directors helping to translate vision into action through collaborative project delivery.

• Lead assigned projects with clear work plans measurable goals and disciplined execution.

• Support the Executive Vice President on capital initiatives long-range planning and the design and rollout of major development efforts.

Project & Portfolio Management

• Oversee complex real estate development projects from concept through construction completion and conversion.

• Create monitor and manage integrated project plans including cost estimates schedules resource needs and compliance requirements.

• Track day-to-day progress to ensure goals are met budgets are honored risks are mitigated and outcomes are delivered efficiently and effectively.

Compliance & Funding

• Prepare applications for competitive funding and ensure alignment with HUD CHFA DOH DECD IRS Section 42 and other regulatory requirements.

• Review developer financials underwriting analyses capital needs assessments and documentation needed for major financing opportunities.

• Advise leadership on regulatory changes compliance expectations and impacts on current or future projects.

Strategic Growth & Innovation

• Identify new business opportunities partnerships and potential development strategies within and outside Connecticut.

• Research funding pathways and creative capital structures for both new and ongoing projects.

• Build underwriting models recapitalization analyses and financial plans supporting sustainable development.

Operations & Communication

• Maintain organized project files databases and reference materials.

• Develop and edit high-quality reports correspondence presentations and board materials.

• Communicate with tact clarity and professionalism while managing confidential information with discretion.

What You Bring

We welcome candidates who bring a mix of formal education on-the-ground experience and a genuine commitment to community-centered development. Successful candidates will have:

• A degree from an accredited college or university related to real estate planning finance public administration or another relevant field.

• At least five years of experience leading complex public housing or multi-family development projects (a Masters degree may substitute for one year).

• Direct experience managing multi-million-dollar real estate transactions.

• Strong leadership presence and the ability to navigate high-level issues with executive stakeholders.

• Comfort managing multiple concurrent projects with shifting priorities.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to build underwriting models and support full development cycles.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint).

• A valid Connecticut drivers license.

Most importantly were looking for someone who can think strategically act decisively and lead collaboratively in a mission-driven environment.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $87000$114000 depending on experience and qualifications.
We offer generous comprehensive benefits professional development opportunities and a workplace culture grounded in community impact continuous learning and shared success.

Equity & Inclusion

Elm City Communities/Glendower Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diverse perspectives and lived experiences and encourage candidates of all backgroundsincluding women people of color LGBTQ individuals veterans and people with disabilitiesto apply. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member is respected supported and empowered to thrive.

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