Real Estate Project Manager

At Avalon, housing is a human right. Our mission is to build healthy, safe and inclusive supportive housing communities as a long-term solution to homelessness.

 

Avalon Housing is a non-profit supportive housing provider. Supportive housing is a combination of affordable housing paired with services, such as case management. We don't just help people find housing, we help people stay and thrive in their homes.

If you are passionate about creating more diverse, inclusive, and equitable communities where all people are welcome, Avalon may be a good fit for you.

The Real Estate Project Manager reports to the Director of Real Estate Development and will have project management responsibility for identified real estate projects. The ideal candidate should be extremely comfortable with project management, financial analysis, and legal and real estate documents. They should have an inquisitive mind with a desire for learning, and a passion for innovative problem solving.

Here are some of the key benefits that Avalon staff receive:

Paid Time Off: Paid time off includes three weeks of vacation time plus additional sick and personal time allowances. There are additional paid days off that allow for at least one paid day off per month

Medical Benefits: Full-time employees can select from three medical insurance plans, including coverage options for you and your family. Plus, Avalon covers dental and vision insurance-with no per-payroll premium contribution!!

Life and Disability Plans: Employees working 16 or more hours per week receive life insurance and short-term disability coverage-Avalon covers the full cost of the premiums.

403(b) Retirement Plan: Avalon sponsors a 403(b) retirement plan through Vanguard, available to all employees.

Core Responsibilities:

Real Estate Development

For specific projects-manage all aspects of real estate development, including:

• Take the lead in tracking and satisfying project-related critical path benchmarks, such as purchase agreements, entitlements, third party reports, design documents and construction approvals.
• Creation and analysis of operating and development proformas for prospective projects
• Preparation of various funding applications, including grants and Low Income Housing Tax Credit applications, and including technical and financial information. Obtain and organize all necessary documentation, including preparing checklists and timelines, and completing funder-provided checklists
• Provide ongoing coordination and project direction across the development team, including architects, general contractors, funders, government officials, attorneys and others regarding ongoing and prospective projects
• Takes projects through from inception to closing
• Prepare development and construction draws while coordinating with our finance team.
• Complete on-going reporting and close-out activities and reports to funders and partner agencies
• Complete pre-acquisition due diligence activities.
• Assist in refining Development Manual covering project work from project identification through project close-out.
• Obtain input from other Avalon departments throughout the development process-including project concept development, financing structure, implementation and post-project hand-off to operations.
• Participate in strategic planning efforts with the Real Estate Development Strategy (REDS) Committee and Real Estate Development team.
• Prepare agendas and notes for Project Team Meetings, as needed.
• Understand the needs of the Clients we serve and our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work.

Desired Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum BA/BS (or equivalent), preference for finance, real estate, urban planning, or related field.
• Preference for at least 3 years of experience working in a project management capacity related to real estate development.
• Strong preference for experience preparing and submitting LIHTC, HOME and/or FHLB applications.
• Ability to read and understand complex formula-based electronic documents, such as development and operating proformas.
• Ability to develop and monitor multiple development schedules, tasks and budgets.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and Word.

The successful candidate will have the following traits and abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Understand the full real estate development cycle, including the closing process.
• The ability to effectively give and receive feedback
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent attention to detail, including both work with numbers and with legal or regulatory text
• Creativity and flexibility
• The ability to thrive in a varied and multi-tasking environment
• Proven ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including public sector staff members and officials, representatives from other nonprofits organizations, vendors, and our tenants.
• A high level of comfort with financial analysis
• Highly analytical mind and a commitment to continuous improvement

Avalon Housing is dedicated to being an anti-racist organization. Successful candidates will demonstrate their commitment and ability to work with a wide range of populations. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation is required.

Job Title: Real Estate Project Manager

Reports to: Director of Real Estate Development

Location: This position and office is based in Ann Arbor, MI.

Hybrid work schedule is possible with at least 2 days per week in the office

Status: Full-time position, salary $73,500

Avalon Housing is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks applicants from diverse backgrounds. This includes but is not limited to people living with disabilities or mental health conditions, and with lived experience with homelessness or recovery from a substance use disorder. Avalon also encourages those with criminal histories to apply. Avalon doesn't request information about criminal histories unless and until an offer of employment is extended. Avalon may exclude someone based on criminal history if it determines the criminal history is related to or directly conflicts with the responsibilities of the position.

BATTLE CREEK HOUSING COMMISSION

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

JOB POSTING

SALARY RANGE: $104,240 - $135,512

The Battle Creek Housing Commission (BCHC) Board of Commissioners is seeking to fill the position of Chief Executive Officer. Together with its community partners, BCHC provides housing assistance and services that improve quality of life, build community, enhance safety, and promote personal success for the citizens of Battle Creek and Calhoun County.

BCHC was established in 1960 under the federal Housing Act of 1937, and is primarily funded and regulated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). BCHC provides long-term affordable rental housing and rental assistance to more than 1124 low-income families, seniors and disabled individuals through its Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Developments and the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program.

BCHC owns and manages 320 rental units at four developments, employs 15 administrative and maintenance staff members, and manages an annual operating budget of $4.3 million.

BCHC is a partner in its local Continuum of Care and administers homeless housing programs for Veterans in the form of a fourteen-bed congregate Veterans Administration Transitional Living program, and has recently partnered with a Permanent Supportive Housing Developer to construct a new 55-unit apartment building for unhoused individuals.

Battle Creek Michigan, well known as the Cereal Capital of the World, is conveniently located between Detroit and Chicago in South West Michigan. It is a vibrant, diverse, and dynamic community full of restaurants & breweries, historical sites, museums, art, parks, and sporting & community events. Battle Creek is home to the state’s largest contiguous industrial park representing multiple international companies and nearly 14,000 employees and includes a strong military presence (Air National Guard, Army National Guard, Marine Corp Reserve, Defense Logistics Agency and more).

The salary compensation for this position is $104,240 - $135,512 to include an excellent benefits package - Michigan Employees’ Retirement System (MERS) Defined Contribution Plan (BCHC 6% Match); Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Health & Dental insurance; Life, Dependent Life, and Accidental Death Insurance; Longevity Pay; Annual Holidays and generous Vacation leave. A variety of voluntary optional benefits including Vision are also available.

Please contact Lee Talmage for more information. lee@battlecreekhousing.org

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Chief Executive Officer of the Battle Creek Housing Commission is appointed by the Board and is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and management of all activities, ensuring that all activities support the Housing Commission’s mission, strategic goals, and objectives.

The Chief Executive Officer serves the Commission’s mission by providing opportunities for affordable quality housing to assist individuals and families and to encourage independence within the community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws, overseeing organization

operations and long-term planning, while managing relationships with residents, public agencies, private partners, and the community.

• Responsibly lead and execute the business of the Battle Creek Housing Commission and its associated Non-Profit Entities under the general direction of the Battle Creek Housing Commission Board of Commissioners, Federal and State laws, formal agreements, by-laws, regulations, internal policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with the Board to lead strategic planning and implement goals and strategies that further advance the agency’s mission. Maintain a close level of contact with members of the Board keeping them informed of current matters and consulting with them as needed on matters of policy and operations.
• Responsible for the development and management of personnel and the $4.3M annual operating budget.
• Skillfully balance the needs and expectations of the Authority’s three core stakeholder

              groups:

○        The Public – including all taxpayers, the broader Battle Creek community, and neighbors – ensuring land and resources are used responsibly, beautifully, and in ways that enrich the city, neighborhoods, and economy.

○        Residents – providing safe, clean, well-designed housing and services that foster integration, opportunity, and long-term success.

○        Team Members – cultivating an empowering workplace where staff grow skills, contribute meaningfully, and thrive in a culture of curiosity, humility, initiative, and service.

TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK: An employee in this class may be expected to perform directly or indirectly any of the following:

• Serve as the Secretary of the Battle Creek Housing Commission, preparing the meeting

              agenda, minutes, and related duties in accordance with by-laws of such commission.

• Develop, monitor, modify and supervise the execution of organizational policy and
• procedures.
• Enforce/adhere to applicable laws, guidance of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban

              Development, and resolutions of the Housing Commission.

• Implement an inspection and maintenance program to determine property maintenance

              requirements, both routine and non-routine, for all developments.

• Responsible for correspondence between all governmental agencies, including the US

              Department of Housing and Urban Development.

• Support citywide initiatives for housing infrastructure, and sustainability.
• Maintain communication and working relationships with other local housing authorities,

NAHRO, PHADA, MHDA, and advocate legislatively as determined to be beneficial to the

Battle Creek Housing Commission.

•                    Participate in area, regional and national conferences as related to the activities of the   

 Housing Commission and any subsidiary entities that may be formed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: An employee of this class, upon appointment, should have the equivalent of the following training and experience:

•                    Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with concentration in business

administration, social science, urban planning and/or related field. Master’s degree

preferred.

•                    Minimum 5 years of experience management of enterprise, funds, personnel, material and    

              property.

•                    Demonstrated experience in financial management techniques and procedures, including

              preparation and execution of budgets and attendant controls.

DESIRABLE QUALITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

•                    Executive level skills in leadership, management, and direct supervision

•                    Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills interacting with residents, community

              partners, elected officials, city, state, and federal partners, and the Board of Commissioners

              (oral, written, and presentation skills)

•                    Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with constituencies,

              including applicants/residents, employees, board members, regulatory agencies, and the

              community at large

•                    Outstanding initiative, resourcefulness, dependability, business judgment and the ability to

              assume a high level of public responsibility

•                    Ability to cultivate a positive work environment and inspire staff to the highest level of

professional excellence where coaching and mentoring cultivates leadership at all levels

•                    Superior tact, diplomacy, and judgement

•                    Time management, organization, and prioritization skills

•                    Skilled delegator who balances oversight with empowerment and trust

•                    Thorough knowledge of HUD programs including conventional public housing/RAD PBV/

Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, VASH, Homeownership, and the investment of funds,

purchasing, property management, real property acquisition, working with government

representatives, public agencies and the general public.

•                    Thorough knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws and ordinances and procedural

requirements as they relate to all aspects of Housing Commission responsibilities, including

housing management and maintenance, resident management, collections, accounting,

budgeting, processes and procedures for complaints in tenancy proceedings, community

development, development of human resources among residents, providing social and

community services and related activity as may be necessary in the execution of goals.

The Mission of the Battle Creek Housing Commission is to promote and provide housing opportunities while collaborating with community partners to strengthen neighborhoods, foster dignity, and encourage economic independence.

Revised 1/13/26

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

For

AUDIT SERVICES FOR PUBLIC HOUSING PROGRAMS FUNDED BY THE

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT

For the

Request for Proposal Issued:     January 8, 2026

Questions Due:                                January 16, 2026

Proposal Due:                                   January 23, 2026

This Request for Proposal includes the following documents:

• 1)    Instructions for Submitting Proposal
• 2)    Background Information of the Jackson Housing Commission
• 3)    Scope of Work and Other Terms
• 4)    Exhibit A---Form of Proposal
• 5)    Exhibit B---Section 3 and W/MBE Information and Certification
• 6)    Exhibit C---Profile of Firm Form

7) Exhibit D---Fee Proposal

Click here for more information!

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – Manistee Housing Commission (MI)

Manistee, MI (Manistee County)

 

Manistee (pop. 6,241) is looking for a highly-motivated individual to be responsible for assisting in all aspects of the general operations of the Housing Commission. An Executive Director with experience in property management, affordable housing and/or LITHC management who can provide administrative, financial and technical leadership to the Commissioners, employees, and Manistee is highly desirable!

 

Past Directors: 2 in the past 25 years

 

Experience: 5+ years in Housing Management, HUD programs and some Strategic Planning. 

 

Education: Bachelors + Public Housing Certificate or Certified Management Executive (w/in 1 year). 

 

Salary: $86,000-$135,000 (total compensation may exceed $150,000). 

 

Express Interest or Questions to: ExecutiveDirectorMI@municipalsolutions.org

Recruitment Profile: http://municipalsolutions.org/media/Executive_Director_FINAL.pdf

 

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Montcalm County Housing Commission (MCHC) and Montcalm Housing Corporation (MHC) are seeking an Executive Director who will be responsible for planning, organizing, and directing all operations and activities of the Housing Commission.  This position is responsible for advising the Board of Commissioners on policy formation and developing programs to carry out these policies.  Activities associated with the job include overseeing all aspects of the Project Based Voucher and Housing Choice Voucher Program, preparing and monitoring annual operating budgets, coordinating all staffing and human resource activities, and development of the five-year plan and annual plan, budgeting and funding initiatives.  Activities associated with the position require the exercise of independent judgment and initiative and the application of extensive knowledge of the regulations governing Project Based Vouchers and the Housing Choice Voucher Program and procedures.  Supervision is exercised over a group of administrative and maintenance staff and is responsible for overseeing daily housing commission operations and activities.  Job responsibilities require excellent interpersonal, organizational, analytical and communication skills, extensive knowledge of the federal, state and local regulations pertaining to public housing authority operations and thorough experience supervising support staff.  The Montcalm County Housing Commission and Montcalm Housing Corporation are two programs with a combined total of 40 Project Based Voucher units and 318 housing choice vouchers.  MCHC/MHC offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, salary commensurate with experience and education.   A complete job description and application is available on our website at www.montcohsgcomm.org.   The deadline for Applications and Resumes is September 30, 2025, and must be mailed to: Montcalm Housing Corporation, ATTN: ED Position, 335 Pine Street, Howard City, MI  49329.

Occupancy Specialist-The Montcalm Housing Corporation, MHC, under Montcalm County Housing Commission, MCHC, is seeking a highly motivated individual that will be responsible for all aspects of the leasing process and assisting in the general operations of the Housing Commission.  Experience in property management, affordable housing and/or Project Based Vouchers, PBV, and Housing Choice Voucher, HCV, management is highly desirable.  This is a regular full-time position including a benefit package with an anticipated starting salary of $41600 dependent upon experience and qualifications.  Interested applicants are required to send a cover letter, resume and 3 employment related references to: Executive Director, Montcalm Housing Corporation, 120 Mulberry Street, Howard City, MI  49329.    For more information or a detailed position description, please send an email to director@montcalmhousing.org. MHC/MCHC is an equal opportunity employer.

Assistant Director-The City of Manistee Housing Commission (CMHC) is seeking a highly motivated individual that will be responsible for assisting in all aspects of the general operations of the Housing Commission.  Experience in property management, affordable housing and/or LITHC management is highly desirable.  Applicants should have three years of post high school education majoring in office management, accounting or a related field.  This is a regular full-time position including a benefit package with an anticipated staring salary range of $50,000 to $60,000 dependent upon qualifications.  Interested applicants are required to send a cover letter, resume and 3 employment related references to:  Executive Director, City of Manistee Housing Commission, 273 6^th Avenue, Manistee, MI, 49660.    For more information or detailed position description, please contact the CMHC at 231-723-6201, or email lhatchew@manisteehousing.com.  This position is open until it is filled. The CMHC is an equal opportunity employer.

Deputy Director of Development

The Battle Creek Housing Commission (BCHC) is seeking a Deputy Director to provide professional assistance to the BCHC Executive Director (ED) to oversee operations and development. The classification provides policy direction to senior management; monitors and evaluates the activities and services of all agency departments and divisions; and serves as Acting CEO in the absence of the CEO.

Prerequisites include a bachelor’s degree, MBA or comparable Master’s degree from an accredited 4-year college or university. Requires planning, accounting, administrative, public relations, & verbal/written communication skills, and the ability to maintain excellent working relationships with residents, landlords, staff, Board of Commissioners, government officials, and the public. Minimum of ten years experience in the management or administration of housing, HUD rental assistance, other affordable housing programs, or equivalent experience. Minimum of five years of experience working with federal procurement and grant administration experience. Minimum of ten years general staff management experience. Property management of non-subsidized properties may substitute for some of the qualifications. Developer experience is a plus.

The BCHC owns 150 RAD PBV, 170 public housing/pre-RAD Section 18 Blend units and 20 Turnkey III Homeownership units.  It administers 815 Housing Choice Vouchers, including VASH and EHV, and the following programs: Family Self-Sufficiency, Resident Opportunities Self-Sufficiency, homeownership, lease-to-own, and Permanent Supportive Housing.  The agency functions with a $ 9,711,417 million net position as of 9/30/2022 and a staff of 13 employees. 

If you meet these qualifications, please mail: cover letter, resume, application, and three (3) verifiable work references, to the attention of: Lee Talmage, Executive Director, Battle Creek Housing Commission  Administrative Office, 250 Champion Street, Battle Creek, MI 49037. You may also fax or email to 269 965-8847 or lee@battlecreekhousing.org.  Applications and job description are available on the BCHC website at www.battlecreekhousing.org. MINIMUM STARTING SALARY RANGE - $ 74,000- $90,000.                        BCHC OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS.  Successful candidate must pass a criminal background check. THE POSITION WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

Highland Park Housing Commission (HPHC) is soliciting a management agent, per the attached RFP

Questions: Submit any questions regarding the RFP no later than 5/2/2024 to: cloos@highlandparkhc.org

Submission deadline: electronic only submissions are due no later than 4pm EDT, May 6th, 2024 in the format and manner described within the RFP.

Contract term: One year, with 4 1-year options at the discretion of HPHC.

Effective date of contract: June 15th, 2024

INVITATION TO RFP

Human Resource Consultant Services for Lansing Housing Commission

Project No.: 022024

Release Date: February 1, 2024

Due Date: February 22, 2024

Due Time: 2:00 PM EST

The Lansing Housing Commission (LHC) is soliciting a proposal from a qualified firm or consultant for professional and technical services to provide human resource consulting services for LHC.

Proposals must be received no later than 2:00PM EST on February 22, 2024. After this deadline, no other proposals or modifications will be accepted. One electronic copy of the proposal package must be delivered by email to Karen Chase at Karenc@lanshc.org. One bound copy must be mailed or dropped off at LHC offices Attention Karen Chase 419 Cherry Street Lansing, Michigan 48933.

Questions concerning the RFP submittal requirements should be directed to Karen Chase, Executive Assistant, at Karenc@lanshc.org. The deadline for questions is February 15, 2024.

Proposal packages submitted will be evaluated by an evaluation committee selected by LHC and ranked by the evaluation factors outlined in the Evaluation Criteria section.

This project is federally assisted and will obligate the ultimate awardee not to discriminate in employment practices; adhere to Department of Labor requirements and otherwise to adhere to applicable federal requirements. Minority and women owned business are encouraged to respond. LHC reserves the right to retain all proposal packages submitted and use any idea in a package regardless of whether the package is selected. LHC reserves the right to waive irregularities and to reject any and all proposals.

Click link below for more information.

012024-RFP-Human-Ressources-Consulting-Services - SFS.pdf