Project Management Associate
Job Location:
Los Angeles, CA - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 65000 - 75000
Posted:
13 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline:
11 December 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Project Management Associate
Venice Community Housing (VCH) is a community based nonprofit organization engaged in a variety of housing and community development programs. VCH owns and manages 343 units of affordable and supportive housing and is in a period of growth with an additional 374 units in predevelopment/construction stages. Its mission is to support and build equitable and inclusive communities by providing affordable housing with supportive services education employment programs and public policy advocacy that advances racial and economic justice.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Project Management Associate has primary responsibility to support the project management team in making projects happen by coordinating and assisting a full range of real estate development activities related to the financing construction and lease-up processes of new construction and rehabilitation projects that produce affordable and supportive housing.
This position will report directly to the Senior Director of Housing Development and take directions from the Senior Project Manager and Project Manager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Coding tracking and processing invoices through a monthly draw process.
- File and record construction documents including preliminary lien waivers requests for information and submittals.
- File and record broker offer memorandums and support early site analysis.
- Provide support to Project Managers for all phases of a projects development including:
- Selecting and building the consultant team.
- Initial feasibility analysis (financial & physical).
- Design development (concept through construction drawings).
- Community outreach / engagement strategy.
- Researching and securing entitlements.
- Financing.
- Predevelopment and construction draws.
- Construction oversight.
- Service plan definition & development in coordination with services team.
- Lease-up in coordination with property management and services team.
- Preparation and maintenance of project financial proforma models including defining development operating and supportive service budgets.
- Assist with and coordinate many aspects of project financing including:
- Identification of acquisition predevelopment construction and permanent funding sources
- Preparation of funding applications.
- Loan closing administration including coordinating the delivery of due diligence legal and financial documents.
- Collaborate with asset management property management and resident services during the predevelopment construction and lease-up phases to ensure smooth transitions to the operational phase.
- Evaluate reports decisions and results of the Housing Development team and recommend new approaches policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in operations and efficiency.
- Complete administrative tasks as needed to complete essential duties and responsibilities.
- Perform well under stress and interact well with others.
- Some evening and weekend hours will be required.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- One year of professional experience (or equivalent education) in accounting legal insurance real estate business finance construction urban planning or similar.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and team-building spirit.
- An entrepreneurial and creative approach to problem-solving.
- Resilient versatile and flexible.
- Commitment to the mission of providing affordable homes and supportive services to people with very low incomes and/or experiencing homelessness.
- Well-organized and detail-oriented with excellent analytical skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse community groups (including VCH tenants) and respond to community input and concerns.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software (Word Outlook and Excel).
- Must pass criminal and driving background checks have valid California drivers license auto insurance and have access to reliable transportation to travel to off-site properties meetings training and events.
- Notary public or willing to seek a California notary license.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Job frequently requires sitting for extended periods of time entering data into a computer and handling objects with hands. Job occasionally requires standing walking reaching talking driving hearing and liftin up to 25 pounds. Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.
SALARY:
Salary ranges from $65000 - $7500.00. This is a full-time exempt position. Benefits include medical dental and life insurance long-term disability optional Aflac insurance and vision coverage 403(b) retirement plan professional development budget vacation and sick time 2 personal days and 15 paid holidays. Some hybrid availability may be offered as well as a modified work week scheduling allowing for an additional day off every 4 weeks.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Please email your resume with a cover letter describing your qualifications to Human Resources at: . You can also fax your resume to or mail it to Venice Community Housing Corporation 200 Lincoln Blvd Venice CA 90291. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Job frequently requires sitting for extended periods of time entering data into a computer and handling objects with hands. Job occasionally requires standing walking reaching talking driving hearing and liftin up to 25 pounds. Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Please email your resume with a cover letter describing your qualifications to Human Resources at: . You can also fax your resume to or mail it to Venice Community Housing Corporation 200 Lincoln Blvd Venice CA 90291. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
Venice Community Housing (VCH) is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. If you need an accommodation due to a disability contact us at .
09/2026
VCHC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Required Experience:
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