Alexandria, VA based OR Remote for the right candidate!!!
ABOUT VOANS
Come make a difference at Volunteers of America National Services! We are one of the nation's largest and most comprehensive human services organizations. Since 1896, our ministry of service has supported and empowered America's most vulnerable groups, including at-risk youth, the frail elderly, men and women returning from prison, homeless individuals and families, people with disabilities, and those recovering from addictions. We are also one of the nation's largest nonprofit providers of quality, affordable housing for low and moderate-income households and persons with special needs.
About the Role:
To provide effective guidance to management and development staff on new and renovation construction projects, the priorities for rehabilitation of properties in the Volunteers of America portfolio, and due diligence on renovations and potential acquisitions and construction projects directly and through subordinates.
Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities:
Provide construction management and oversight for new housing development and renovations of existing properties.
Oversee new construction or renovation/rehab on low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC)/other sources affordable housing and healthcare developments.
Review new affordable housing sites and associated due diligence materials.
Assist with due diligence on potential architects, contractors, and other development related third parties for inclusion in development projects.
Assist with development of Architecture/Engineering and General Contractor Agreements with Development Directors and in house legal staff.
Review design and construction scopes of work, plans, specifications, documents, and budgets for internal approvals and external communications.
Assist Development Directors and Architects in expediting of plans towards receipt of building permits.
Retain outside construction or project managers where appropriate and supervise their work, receiving reports at least weekly.
Work with development staff to provide scope of work and budgets for financing applications and lender requirements.
Manage and participate in the approval of construction draws.
Assist in site and quality of work inspections to ensure Volunteers of America quality standards are being met by subcontractors and general contractors.
Assist the Development Director in all aspects of close out of construction projects - Certificate of Occupancy, punch-out, operations/maintenance training, turnover to management/operations, close out of the general contractor, and warranty items.
Coordinate relocation efforts at projects undergoing renovations with operations staff, contractors, and architect.
Provides assistance in research and recommendation on new products, processes, industry best practices, etc.
Assist in developing a procedure for timely evaluation of the physical condition of the organization's affordable housing. Directs major capital improvements at Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS) housing properties.
Review and approve specifications, bids, purchase orders, draws and contractual agreements.
Travel to properties for review and inspection of work for major contracts, resulting from approved renovation or required because of natural disaster.
Assist with the process to ensure properties have current and ongoing Capital Needs Assessments (CNAs), Energy Audits and ADA/Fair Housing/section 504 Assessments.
Track and assess completion of identified capital programs.
Provide guidance to Housing Services related to a national purchasing program with standards for such items as carpet, paint, appliances, fixtures, furnishings, HVAC, hot water heaters, signage, maintenance, and cleaning supplies.
Training
Assist in developing and providing training to Housing Services and affiliates regarding maintenance systems and capital program policies and procedures on new construction and rehab projects.
Work closely with the asset management, finance, operations, and legal teams on physical condition issues at troubled properties.
Identify physical plant problems with properties and propose solutions.
Review and exercise approval and oversight authority on capital expenditures.
Foster relationships with relevant government agencies and officials.
Assist in due diligence regarding the physical plant on potential acquisitions for both housing and healthcare facilities.
Obtain and review third party reports.
Work with architect and contractor to consider renovation/rehab options and scopes of work.
Make recommendations regarding potential acquisitions and new development sites to housing staff and internal investment committee, working closely with the Vice President or Development Director in charge of the development.
Job Requirements:
Experience andRequirements for the Construction Manager Position:
Required:
Eight years' experience in construction.
Strong knowledge of site planning andconstruction.
Knowledge inADA / 504 andFair Housing.
Ability to work flexible hours and travel is required.
Administrative self-sufficiency.
Experience in Affordable Housing
Preferred:
Degree in, construction, architecture, real estate, engineering, or related field.
Knowledge in low-incomehousing tax credit program, tax exempt bond financing, and other programs supporting affordable housing..
Contractor license.
Multi-site, or multi-state experience.
Successful experience in leadership, time management, negotiating, multi-project/multi-tasking skills and an evenhanded demeanor for dealing with a variety of tasks performed by a variety of staff and retained professionals.
Strong construction management skills.
Experience/commitment to the development of buildings and social service programs as they relate to senior and multi-family housing.
Collaborative team player attitude essential.
Proficient in use of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and Access.
At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.
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Job Snapshot
Employee Type
Full-Time
Location
Alexandria, VA
Job Type
Nonprofit - Social Services, Real Estate
Experience
Not Specified
Date Posted
06/23/2022
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