Real Estate Development (RED) Project Manager

Create Housing Opportunities in Our Communities
DevNW is seeking a Real Estate Development (RED) Project Manager to help bring impactful community development projects to this role you will support the planning and execution of affordable housing and community development projects across our service region helping create stable homes strengthen neighborhoods and expand economic opportunity.

About DevNW
DevNW is a family of three mission-driven nonprofits helping families achieve financial stability and build generational assets. Our organizations include:

• DevNW: Connects individuals families and communities with financial counseling homeownership education affordable housing development and neighborhood revitalization to build lasting economic opportunity
• Community LendingWorks (CDFI): Provides affordable loans to individuals small businesses and housing projects underserved by traditional banks
• Neighborhood Building Corporation: Builds and renovates affordable housing

Together we work across affordable housing development construction and community lending to build wealth and opportunity in the communities we serve while maintaining strong stewardship of public and private funds.

Position Overview
The RED Project Manager plays a key role in bringing affordable housing and community development projects to life across our service region. This includes affordable rental housing Community Land Trust (CLT) homeownership developments and neighborhood commercial projects spanning all stages from early concept and site acquisition through design financing construction and lease-up or sale. Working with internal teams and external partners including lenders public agencies consultants and contractors you will help coordinate complex development processes and keep projects moving forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate affordable housing and community development projects from concept through completion
• Support site acquisition feasibility analysis and due diligence
• Track project budgets schedules and contracts under senior staff supervision
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners throughout the project lifecycle
• Prepare funding applications and manage compliance requirements
• Track project milestones and maintain organized documentation
• Support land-use approvals permitting and regulatory processes
• Assist with construction oversight and project close-out
• Coordinate project handoff to internal teams

Required qualifications:

Experience

• At least 2 years of experience in real estate development or project management
• Experience working on affordable housing or community development projects preferred
• Experience coordinating with public agencies consultants and community partners

Education

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) required
• Related education or training in real estate construction management planning finance or a related field preferred

Technical Expertise

• Affordable housing finance tools (e.g. LIFT LIHTC HOME CDBG)
• Project budgeting scheduling and financial tracking
• Land-use permitting and development processes
• Project documentation and compliance tracking

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organization and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
• Independent problem-solving and follow-through

Additional Requirements

• Ability to safely operate a company vehicle; clean driving record and eligibility for coverage under the companys auto insurance policy.

Why Join DevNW
Youll join a collaborative and entrepreneurial organization committed to innovation community impact and professional growth. DevNW offers generous benefits including generous employer contributions to health dental and vision coverage 11 paid holidays and paid vacation sick and other leave. Our hybrid work model balances flexibility with meaningful in-person collaboration across our four regional offices.

Application and Selection Process
To apply please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing how your experience makes you the best candidate for this position through this posting or via email to . Priority will be given to applications received by March 30 2025.

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