Senior Vice President, Construction, Development & Planning
5 days ago
Philadelphia
The construction and development division is central to PHA’s “Opening Doors” initiative, a multi-billion dollar plan to address the city of Philadelphia’s affordable housing needs by both preserving existing units and building new residences. Reporting to the Executive Vice President, Construction, Planning and Development, the Senior Vice President, Construction, Planning and Development, oversees the planning, development and construction departments; leads affordable housing development, real estate planning, environmental review and special projects, and ensures compliance with PHA goals, HUD regulations, and local, state and Federal laws. This position is responsible for management of PHA’s real estate planning and development functions and for oversight of vacancy rehabilitation and other capital projects. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Essential Functions • Provides strategic guidance and recommendations regarding proposed development and capital projects to advance PHA’s affordable housing preservation and expansion mission and objectives., • Develops and maintains multiyear capital projects and development work plan and budget for all planned and ongoing projects., • Oversees all phases of development including initial financial feasibility analysis, proformas, overseeing design development, securing all necessary financing, procuring and contracting with all third party consultants, overseeing construction efforts and timeline., • Ensures projects timelines, budgets, technical plans and specifications are defined and met through regular interaction with staff and external contractors., • Ensures that the capital needs assessments are updated regularly for housing and other facilities owned by PHA or PHA affiliates., • Oversees real estate planning, disposition and environmental review functions in conformance with all applicable federal, state and local requirements and PHA policies., • Proactively identifies and advises PHA executive team regarding potential funding and other opportunities to leverage agency resources with the goal of preserving and expanding affordable housing, • Proactively advises PHA executive team regarding issues and risks impacting development and capital projects., • Represents and negotiates with community organizations and development entities related to proposed development projects, affordable housing strategies and initiatives., • Coordinates PHA’s affordable housing efforts with partner organizations to ensure that the Authority meets the projected housing goals under the PHA Annual Action Plan., • Provides technical assistance on housing programs (i.e. HUD) to PHA staff, developers, non-profit service providers and the general public., • Oversees and coordinates relationships and communications with HUD, Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (“PHFA”) and banks and other financiers on development projects., • Answer questions on PHA financing tools and present deals for approval to loan review committee., • Monitor and evaluate, in conjunction with private/public providers, management systems and budgets for compliance, and reviews and analyzes reports and site plans for compliance., • Make presentations and provide information to Management, Executive Management, and Loan Review Committee., • Negotiate the terms of public service contracts and/or development proposals., • Evaluate multiple affordable housing development goals for appropriateness to Philadelphia Housing Authority’s goals and objectives., • Review funding applications and underwrite financing requests., • Coordinate financing with external funding agencies and organizations., • Administer federal and local funding programs per established rules and regulations., • Make recommendations regarding the use and funding level of federal and local loan and grant programs. Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Real Estate, Public Administration, or public finance, or a related field; AND at least eight (8) years of experience in working with large scale multi-family housing and commercial development, multi-family housing modernization, construction management, public financing; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Master’s Degree in Finance, Business, or Engineering preferred. Required Knowledge of: • Federal, State, and local statutes, codes, and regulations governing public sector housing, construction, development, and finance., • Federal, State, and local public housing program regulations and reporting requirements, including Code of Federal Regulations, and Department of Housing and Urban Development., • Affordable housing preservation and development programs, strategies and financing tools., • Low Income Housing Tax Credits, Historic Tax Credits, New Market Tax Credits, HOME, Pennsylvania RCAP and other federal, state and local financing programs., • Federal, State, and local environmental review requirements, construction requirements and building codes., • Project management, engineering, and cost containment standards and practices., • Construction and construction inspection methodologies, standards, and practices., • Methods, procedures, and standards for Public Housing record keeping and records management., • Principles and practices of public sector administrative management, including cost accounting, budgeting, purchasing, contract management, customer service, and employee supervision., • Methods and procedures for managing performance and productivity, and directing the continuous improvement of Department operations and work products., • Local community issues and regional community resources available to citizens. Required Skill in: • Interpreting and applying Federal, State, and local housing rules and regulations., • Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines., • Reviewing and analyzing operational and financial records and reports., • Developing, reviewing and analyzing financial proformas, development terms and conditions and related materials., • Construction document handling, interpretation, and administration, including, but not limited to contracts, drawings, and specifications., • Organizing and managing cost estimating, bidding, buyout, and scheduling procedures., • Documenting and assessing field conditions, Requests for Information (“RFI”), and change orders., • Creating and aggressively managing construction schedules., • Evaluating policies and procedures and making recommendations for improvement., • Presenting and defending operational reports and information in public meetings., • Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands; and planning and coordinating the work of others., • Interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds., • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, residents, regional community service agencies, and advocates., • Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software., • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. License Requirements • A valid Driver's License is required.