Development Associate

DescriptionFitch Irick Corporation, an industry leading affordable housing developer, is looking to expand the Development Team with a Development Associate. The ideal candidate will have a formal real estate education and/or relevant experience with a desire to learn more about the development process and a passion for working within a collaborative team in creating affordable housing.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING| THE ROLE

The Development Associate will be involved in the entire Real Estate Development cycle, including acquisition, financing, and construction and will work on tasks related to the development of affordable multi-family housing. This individual will support the real estate development team in accomplishing various goals and objectives with regards to applications, preconstruction, design, financial underwriting, permit coordination, construction oversight, asset reporting, and project transition to operations.

Responsibilities include:

Support Developers with project assessments and report on initial feasibility related to financing, marketability, operational and physical viability.
Research applicable Qualified Allocation Plans and related materials for underwriting criteria and competitive point-scoring criteria
Assist with development and operational underwriting including the preparation of complex Excel financial models
Support Developers and Closing Department in execution of acquisition, construction, and permanent financing
Assist Developers with a variety of development activities including but not limited to, monitoring, and coordinating development/design activities; coordinating with general contractors, architects, and other third-party providers; coordinate transition to operations
Monitor development budgets during construction to review contingency, budget adjustments, and potential savings/overages
Prepare complete and successful applications for LIHTC and other funding sources
Setting meetings and coordination of agendas
Assist in the preparation and submission of project funding draws
Support the preparation of responses to RFP’s and RFQ’s and other presentations to the public, community organizations, and governmental entities
Collaborate with property management on lease-ups for completed developments
Coordinate project close-out process
Coordinate submission of due diligence for Equity Installments
Prepare regular reports on project status, activity and progress related to both funding goals and construction timelines
Work on numerous transactions at any given time while maintaining development budgets, timelines, and reporting; Detail and process oriented
Manage, file & organize project documents
Special projects as needed and directed

WHAT YOU BRING| THE PERSON

Education, Certifications/ Licenses, Related Experience, and preferred skills

Bachelor’s Degree in related fields (real estate, business or finance)
Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, preferably in affordable housing development, but similar experience in a related field will be considered.
Strong financial analytical skills including Excel spreadsheet creation and maintenance.
Familiar with the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program, Tax Exempt Multifamily Bonds and knowledge of HUD / USDA programs is a plus
Advanced Excel experience
Strong financial acumen
Microsoft products including Project, Outlook, Teams, etc.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Project management experience is a plus

Travel Requirements

This position is primarily in an office setting with the occasional need for travel

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU| THE BENEFITS

Mission-Driven Work: Contribute to providing affordable housing and making a difference in communities.
Comprehensive Benefits:
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Short-term & long-term disability.
Life insurance & AD&D coverage.
Pet insurance.
PTO
Paid company holidays & floating holiday of choice.
Employee Assistance Plan for you and your family.
Culture of Growth: Enjoy a workplace that celebrates milestones, rewards high-quality work, and offers professional development opportunities.