Capital Project Manager jobs in Georgia

Make a difference and join the DCA Team!  DCA gives employees more to do than merely make a living.  We are serious about helping Georgia's families live more abundantly with a greater sense of hope and achievement.  If public service, a great environment, and the desire to enrich the lives of others motivate you to do your best work, you should consider joining the DCA Team.  

OUR MISSION

To help build strong, vibrant communities.

OUR VISION

For Georgians of today and tomorrow to have the opportunity to live and work in thriving communities.

OUR CULTURE

We are a diverse team of highly competent and committed professionals who strive to help people and communities thrive through technical expertise, innovative thinking, and a passion for making a difference.  Team members are at their best when collaborating and supporting each other as they perform challenging and dynamic work. 

General Description

The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) is a state organization dedicated to partnering with communities to help create a climate of success for Georgia's families and businesses. DCA offers a fast-paced, challenging, and dynamic environment that requires attention to detail, pride in quality of work, and the ability to work as a versatile team player. 

Overview of Job:

The Office of Housing Finance is responsible for the financing and development of multifamily affordable properties funded by the State of Georgia. Annually, the Office of Housing Finance funds the construction and preservation of thousands of affordable housing units through the Federal/State Housing Tax Credit program and its multifamily lending platform.

The Project Manager, Capital Markets will report to the Senior Capital Markets Manager.

Core Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and implementation of the Office’s Capital Markets strategy
• Research innovative multifamily financing strategies in Georgia and the US
• Research best practices in asset management in Georgia and the US
• Propose creative solutions for uses of various fund sources while ensuring all federal and state requirements are being met
• Coordinate Capital Markets Team presentations and agenda items for biweekly financing meetings 
• Manage the rollout of potential new multifamily financing solutions, including the FHA-HFA Multifamily Loan Risk-Sharing program and Bond Recycling program
• Work cross-collaboratively with Allocation, Tax Credit, Development, Construction, Compliance and Asset Management teams
• Analyze the effects of historic and current Capital Markets strategy
• Manage public input process to understand needs and gaps in Georgia’s multifamily financing industry
• As needed, review multifamily loan applications to ensure financial viability, compliance with federal and state funding requirements, and satisfaction of policy priorities
•  As needed, assist in the loan closing process
• As needed, complete other tasks by the Capital Markets Manager, Director of the Office of Housing Finance, and the Director of the Housing Finance & Development Division

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Professional or educational experience in multifamily development and/or underwriting 
• Knowledge of multifamily financing and partnership structures
• Experience partnering with or working for government agencies
• Experience writing and proposing policies
• Ability to research and project manage without significant direction
• Ability to read code, laws, or statute, including but not limited to IRS Section 42 
• Ability to identify, analyze, improve, and/or streamline problems and processes 
• Ability to maintain organizational and attention to detail 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while remaining adaptable and calm 
• Ability to be actively listen and learn from others 
• Advanced knowledge of database, programming, or spreadsheet software, including Microsoft  Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, Oral and written communication

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, real estate, or related field from an accredited college or university
• One to two years of full-time experience in underwriting, multifamily construction, finance, real estate, accounting, affordable housing development, or relevant policy work
• One year of research or project management experience.

Working Conditions (Travel, Hours, Environment)

This position is currently designated as a hybrid (part in-office and part remote/Telework) position.  This position is full time (40 hours per week) and may require occasional overtime. Periodic travel may be required.

NOTE: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to the large volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided.  Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps in the interview process.  Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.  This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

DCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need an accommodation for an interview, please contact the Human Resources Office at (404) 679-4845

Hiring is contingent upon satisfactory results of employment verification, background, criminal records investigation, and motor vehicle reports.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the business and requirement of the job change.  This job posting may close at any time upon gaining a sufficient applicant pool from which to select a qualified candidate.

All duties and responsibilities listed are considered to be essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  Marginal functions of the position (those that are incidental to the performance of the job duties) have not been included.   However, the omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.