Senior Program Manager, Real Estate Development

HR Strategy Group, LLC

  • Baltimore, MD
  • $77,800-86,500 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
Senior Real Estate Development Manager/Senior Program Manager, Real Estate DevelopmentAre you looking for a hands-on, high-impact position where you can use your urban real estate development and finance experience to make a difference in South Baltimore? If you are innovative, strategic, and forward-thinking with a passion for serving disinvested communities, we invite you to keep reading to learn more about this exciting opportunity at the (SBGP) in Baltimore!The Senior Real Estate Development Manager is responsible for attracting, supporting, and funding a new generation of catalytic investment in historically disinvested neighborhoods. Although SBGP does not directly acquire and develop properties, this position is actively engaged in bringing projects to fruition through our many development partners. This work includes providing technical support to developers, community groups, and local Community Development Corporations (CDCs); managing SBGP’s Community Development Fund; and seeking outside funding for strategically important projects. This position also manages long-term partnerships with community organizations, City agencies, and other important stakeholders.If you’re a creative, polished, collaborative, organized, and motivated community investment and development professional who’s energized by South Baltimore – you’re in the right place. This is an amazing opportunity to advance your career, and work with fantastic colleagues and community members to showcase the growth of South Baltimore. This is a hybrid position, working primarily in an office environment, and you will need to attend meetings at the office as well as in the community, including at construction sites, parks, or other non-climate-controlled environments (with the occasional evening or weekend meetings/events). Please keep reading to learn more and apply today.Here's a Snapshot of the Position:Catalyze Community-Supported Development:
  • Develops a detailed understanding of neighborhood needs, opportunities, and priorities.
  • Builds a pipeline of development opportunities by tracking sites and working with Baltimore City DHCD to support In Rem acquisition.
  • Provides the vision, technical support, and collaborative partnerships needed to envision new development projects and bring them to fruition.
  • Unifies development teams and community leadership into respectful partnerships with a shared vision.
  • Aligns investment activity with the major quality-of-life improvements now being implemented by SBGP.
  • Supports project finance by developing financial models, connecting developers to financing sources, directly applying for grants, and providing funding directly through the SBGP Community Development Fund.
  • Supports the existing nonprofit and for-profit developers working in the South Baltimore Gateway District, while also attracting new developers.
SBGP Community Development Fund Administration:
  • Supports nonprofit applicants in applying to the SBGP Community Development Fund.
  • Manages the application process as it is reviewed by a third-party consultant and the SBGP Strategic Planning Committee.
  • Drafts grant agreements with successful awardees and manages those contracts to successful completion.
  • Updates and maintains the written program manual, application portal, and program materials.
Grants and Contracts Management:
  • Coordinates with Executive Director, Deputy Director of Programs, and Operations team to ensure projects meet compliance and other requirements (e.g., City MBE/WBE participation, competitive procurement). Collaborate with other SBGP departments to integrate efforts across all areas of the organization.
  • Manages incoming or outgoing grant agreements to ensure effective use of funds and compliance with all grant requirements.
  • Reviews agreements and payment requests for accuracy and payment processing.
  • Confirms receipt of requests for funds and analyzing strategic value and economic feasibility.
  • Coordinates with Baltimore City regarding projects funded out of City funds.
  • Follows Contract Approval and Disbursement of Funds, Monitoring of Contract Execution, maintains appropriate files.
Special Projects:
  • Identifies, develops, manages, secures funding for, and otherwise supports a small portfolio of high priority economic development projects that further SBGP’s economic development goals.
Community Engagement and Technical Assistance:
  • Attends community meetings and events to promote relationship building with community stakeholders.
  • Connects neighborhood leaders and residents to the appropriate city agencies or private sector entities on issues related to housing, homeownership, neighborhood investment, code enforcement, permits, and 311 service programs.
  • Assists community stakeholders in project planning and implementation.
  • Identifies and recommends stories and grantee spotlights to the Communications and Outreach Manager, as appropriate.
  • Coordinates and supports SBGP communications, community engagement efforts, and events by building relationships with community leaders.
Events Support:
  • Represents SBGP at community meetings across the District to disseminate information and gather useful feedback and information for SBGP.
  • Supports SBGP events with necessary pre- and post-event preparations.
  • Collects feedback and information.
Is This You?:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in work experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in urban real estate development, real estate finance, housing, affordable housing, and/or program management relevant to urban real estate projects.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills when dealing with diverse groups and individuals, including stakeholders, partners, business leaders, residents, neighborhood leaders, government leaders, state/local officials, etc.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in project management and building spreadsheets.
  • Strong organizational and planning skills and attention to detail, with ability to anticipate, initiate, and advance multiple priorities and projects concurrently.
  • Demonstrated project management experience.
  • Knowledge of digital accessibility (a11y) tools and concepts is a plus.
  • Software proficiency including:
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, with particular emphasis on building spreadsheets
  • Google Suite (Calendar, Docs, etc.)
  • Grant Management Software (Submittable)
  • DocuSign
  • Adobe Acrobat Pro
  • Asana
  • Video Conferencing to conduct meetings and events via Teams, Zoom, or other video conferencing technology
  • Available to work occasional evenings and weekends.
Terrific Total Compensation Package:
  • Entry annual salary range of $77,800 to $86,500.00, commensurate with experience.
  • Competitive benefits: health insurance; retirement with match; generous paid time off; other.
  • A cohesive, mission-oriented, value-driven philosophy.
  • Career development opportunities within South Baltimore Gateway Partnership.
About South Baltimore Gateway Partnership:
When slot machine gambling came to Maryland, South Baltimore residents were promised the resources to improve their communities. South Baltimore Gateway Partnership (SBGP) is fulfilling that promise. Guided by our Strategic Plan, SBGP focuses on three crucial elements of the South Baltimore Gateway Master Plan: Environmental Sustainability, Health and Wellness, and Community Development and Revitalization. SBGP has divided our work into three program areas: Community Grants, Enhanced Services, and Transformational Projects.Sound like a good fit? Apply today!TO APPLY: Please click “Apply” to submit a cover letter (seriously, this is important and required) and your resume. For additional information about South Baltimore Gateway Partnership, please check out our website: .South Baltimore Gateway Partnership believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical to our success. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.At South Baltimore Gateway Partnership, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, ancestry, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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