Development Project Manager - Real Estate

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Job description

COMPANY BACKGROUND: SoLa Impact is a family of real-estate funds with a double bottom line strategy focused on preserving, refreshing, and creating high-quality affordable housing in low-income communities. SoLa's proven track record leverages data-driven social impact strategies to deliver superior financial returns. SoLa Impact's most recent $100 million Opportunity Zone (OZ) fund invests in designated OZs in South Central Los Angeles, Watts, Compton, and other historically disadvantaged communities. SoLa Impact offers a fast-paced environment that is intellectually challenging, yet very rewarding for someone looking to work for a company with real purpose and profound social impact. SoLa Impact is positioned as a leader in the Opportunity Zones (OZ) sector, representing one of the most exciting new frontiers of real-estate and social impact investing.

JOB SUMMARY

The Development Project Manager leads the entire pre-construction process for assigned projects, including analysis of potential acquisitions, obtaining the appropriate reports/surveys, securing approvals/permits from city and other government agencies, and coordinating a smooth hand-off to Construction Project Managers for demo and construction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Obtain RTI (entitlements, permits, covenants, and other documents) for assigned projects in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Evaluate the feasibility of potential acquisitions, determine the scope of new developments, and make recommendations to the Acquisitions team based on the findings.
• Lead due diligence research on assigned development projects.
• Conduct site visits to assess benefits and obstacles of a particular property.
• Coordinate with architects; review and approve architectural plans and construction documents.
• Coordinate consultants and vendors (survey, environmental, geotechnical, etc.).
• Coordinate with Construction Project Managers for site demolition and hand-off to construction.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• 4+ years of real estate development experience.
• College degree in urban planning, real estate, architecture, project management, construction management, finance, or related field and/or equivalent experience is preferred
• Familiarity with zoning, building codes, plan check and the permitting process.
• Construction knowledge or experience.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Highly organized.
• Strong research skills and ability to process new information; ability to dig into technical details (zoning and building code, architectural plans, surveys, title reports, etc.).
• Very strong written and verbal skills.
• Strong follow-up.
• Familiarity with City of Los Angeles development is a plus, including TOC projects, Planning Dept., LADBS, HCID, etc.
• Detail oriented, quick thinking and resourceful.
• Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Excel, MS Project.
• Reliable transportation.
• Self-motivated; able to work independently to complete tasks and respond to department requests and to collaborate with others to utilize their resources and knowledge to identify quality solutions.

BENEFITS:

• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Training and Professional Development Program; Opportunity for growth
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Lunch provided weekly; Snacks provided daily
• Great Culture! Team building! Fun interactive company events and social activities!
• Collaborative team sharing a passion for social impact and Doing Well by Doing Good

SoLa Rentals is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SoLa does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
To keep our associates as safe as possible, we are working remotely to the extent the possibile until further notice.

Work Location:

• Multiple locations

Company's website:

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place