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Role Summary:

The Commercial Construction Administrators primary responsibility is to administer the commercial construction draw process for Gesa Credit Union. Additionally this individual will engage with third-party inspectors to review construction progress reports and provide sound recommendations for the approval of commercial draws. They will also manage and be the primary point of contact for other third-party engagements including appraisal appraisal reviews and environmental consultants. This position will demonstrate a strong understanding of Gesa Credit Union policies and guidelines focused on commercial construction to provide informed recommendations for the long-term safety and soundness of the commercial portfolio.

What You Will Be Doing:

1. Facilitate the commercial construction draw process through the review of applications for draws appraisals budgets and third-party construction budget reviews for new construction and development loans.
2. Ensure members equity requirements are met for each project through evidence of construction costs or equity contributions.
3. Monitor the accuracy of budget entries and reconcile invoices balancing of all construction projects within the Credit Unions construction management software.
4. Ensure compliance with all Credit Union guidelines and approval requirements for commercial construction draw requests including but not limited to invoices required signatures lien waivers or other documentation as required.
5. Engage third-party vendors as required to obtain construction budget reviews inspections title date downs or other documentation/resources as necessary.
6. Conduct thorough review of documents inspections and reports to identify potential issues or challenges.
7. Provide ongoing construction oversight throughout the project lifecycle including monitoring budgettoactual performance reviewing and evaluating change order requests and identifying and reporting any inconsistencies cost overruns or significant schedule delays.
8. Maintain accurate documentation of all construction disbursements and inspection reports to mitigate lending risk.
9. Request track and evaluate quarterly construction progress reports for each project to identify emerging issues or potential challenges.
10. Monitor timely completion and review commercial lenders site inspections for any potential issues or challenges.
11. Collaborate with commercial lenders on projects nearing completion or maturity to ensure timely review and transition from construction financing to permanent loan financing.
12. Manage third-party vendor requests including commercial and residential appraisals appraisal reviews appraisal recertification of construction projects and environmental reporting.
13. Maintain an approved list of third-party vendors for use by the commercial department including but not limited to environmental construction progress inspectors business valuations collateral examiners and appraisers.
14. Support the Commercial Credit Administrator to add or modify appraisers on the approved appraisers list.
15. Assist with internal file audits third-party audits state and federal safety and soundness examinations as needed.
16. Support credit union commercial members and staff with maintaining construction draw projects within commercial credit policies and procedures.
17. Maintain a working knowledge of the credit unions commercial loan policy and guidelines as well as state and federal laws.
18. Maintain and protect all sensitive data utilizing the highest standard of confidentiality and professionalism.

About You:

1. Possess strong organizational problem-solving research decision-making skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
2. Ability to work within defined timeframes and deadlines.
3. Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
4. Ability to be a self-starter set priorities and handle multiple tasks.
5. Must be able to manage workflow to provide a high level of service to both internal and external partners.
6. Maintain a professional work environment and work under restricted time constraints focusing on clear professional and efficient communication.
7. Continually evaluate processes for efficiency; propose solutions to increase department efficiency.
8. Participate in and support a team environment which focuses on treating people with respect and maintaining a high level of integrity.
9. Possess and display excellent customer service attributes.
10. Effectively communicate with immediate supervisor regarding matters of account or concern.
11. Maintain a positive and professional image through effective verbal and written communication.

What You Will Need:

1. Bachelors degree in Finance Construction Management Accounting Economics Mathematics or Business is strongly preferred. Equivalent related work experience may be substituted in lieu of education requirements.
2. Minimum of three (3) years of experience in banking real estate appraisal coordination or construction lending management required.
3. Strong understanding of real estate appraisal methodologies and construction loan structures.
4. Experience with third-party appraisal and construction management platforms.
5. Proficiency with standard office equipment MS Office and Outlook software construction management software and commercial lending platforms.
6. Some travel may be required to fulfill duties career development and/or responsibilities.

Our Team Member Value Proposition:

In exchange for bringing your talent to Gesa here are a just a few of the benefits and perks we offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical Dental Vision and Life Insurance
• 20 days/year of Paid Time Off Plus 10 Paid Holidays!
• 401(k) Match
• Incentive Program
• Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Repayment
• Commuter Benefits
• Paid Time Off to Volunteer in the Community
• Product discounts
• Engaging Work Environment
• Rewards and Recognition Programs

Full Salary Range:

*While our full pay range is listed most new team members typically start between the minimum and midpoint based on their experience and qualifications. This approach gives room to grow within the role as your career progresses with us!

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Gesa Credit Union reserves the right to revise or change the job description as the need arises. This job description is not all inclusive of total job responsibilities nor does it constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Selected candidate(s) must be able to pass a pre-employment credit/background check.

Gesa Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strong advocate of workforce diversity. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

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