Real Estate Developer Project Manager Jobs in Cambridge, MA

2Life Communities has been at the heart of positive change in the affordable senior housing ecosystem since 1965. We

develop, manage, and advocate for high-quality, affordable housing and services that support aging in community, helping

older adults and their families enjoy stability, dignity, and peace of mind. Our mission is to ensure that every older adult

has the opportunity to live a full life of connection and purpose in a dynamic, supportive environment.

• The Real Estate Project Manager (REPM) will work closely with and under the supervision of the Director of Real Estate.
• As a valued member of the Real Estate Team, they will embrace 2Life's mission and work to facilitate the highest standards
• for affordable senior housing development and operations. 2Life’s Real Estate Team is uniquely collaborative and highly
• skilled in its approach to project management. We work closely with each other and with 2Life’s Finance, Facilities,
• Property Management, Compliance, Resident Services, and Programs teams to lay the foundation for successful long-term
• project operations.

The REPM will adhere to a flexible, creative, and value-driven approach to real estate development. They will develop and

maintain collaborative relationships with project teams, consultants, board members, volunteers, and 2Life's property

management, fund development, administrative, and resident service staff. The REPM will have specific project leadership

responsibilities and share the responsibility for 2Life's entire real estate portfolio. They will participate in Real Estate team

meetings, and activities focused on advancing 2Life's mission to preserve and expand the portfolio.

The REPM will support the Real Estate team on specific affordable housing development projects. They will have primary

responsibility for many of the following tasks depending on their experience level and project workload:

• Coordinate project management activities for one or more development projects.
• Assist with acquisitions, project zoning, and permitting, including managing community relations.
• Support project teams, including 2Life staff and consultants, utilizing best practices, supporting transparency and information sharing, and encouraging buy-in through collaborative decision-making whenever possible and practical.
• Help prepare, model, and manage complex development proformas and funding applications, secure pre-
• development, construction, and permanent financing.
• Facilitate financial closings, relationships with financial partners, and compliance with financing requirements during the construction period.
• Work with 2Life's Facilities team to manage construction, including the coordination of internal stakeholder input and the management of 2Life's contracts with the owner's representative, architect, and contractor.
• Collaborate with 2Life's program staff to seek, secure, and manage relationships with prospective program and service providers during the development phase to accomplish desired program goals.
• Prepare or assist with regular project updates and reports to 2Life's staff, Board of Directors, and Real Estate Committee.
• Participate in 2Life's public events and on external committees that benefit 2Life's real estate activities and support career growth and learning.
• Complete other duties as requested and assigned.

Our ideal candidate will be a highly motivated, flexible, and team-driven individual. They will be a creative problem solver

who can overcome challenges and bring a warm sense of humor. They will have many of the following skills and

experiences:

• Advanced degree in a relevant field or the equivalent in training and experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of work experience in real estate project management or a related field.
• Project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, attention to detail, and work independently.
• Familiarity with various affordable housing funding programs, such as the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), HOME, CPA, CDBG, Section 8, and Section 202.
• Experience creating and managing a complex development proforma, preferably for a LIHTC-funded affordable housing project.
• Excellent interpersonal, writing, and verbal communication skills, including experience in planning and facilitating meetings and managing working groups.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and work effectively under pressure.
• Experience working well on a team with a variety of personalities.
• Able to travel within Massachusetts and attend early morning and evening meetings.

We don’t just offer a job; we invest in your entire life. Our "Total Rewards" package adds an extra 27% to 30%+ in value on top of your base salary.

• Comprehensive Health: Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for you and your family.
• Future-Proofing: 401(k) retirement planning and employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance (Short & Long Term).
• Rest & Recharge: Generous paid vacation, official holidays, plus 2 floating holidays to use whenever you need a break.
• Family-Friendly: Inclusion for your "+1" and dependents, plus Pet Insurance for your furry family members.