Real Estate Development Officer

TL;DR

Real Estate Development Officer: Leading development projects from early site feasibility through financing, design, construction, and transition to operations with an accent on managing budgets, timelines, and navigating public approvals. Focus on delivering successful outcomes that support Avesta’s mission to improve lives by creating safe, stable, and affordable homes for people in need.

Location: This position will be in-person at Avesta’s Portland headquarters with an opportunity to move to a hybrid work setup in the future. Additional travel in Maine and New Hampshire will be required, and dependent on the location of development projects.

Salary: $80,000 - $90,000

Company

hirify.global is a local leader in housing development, property management, and assisted living solutions, serving individuals and families in need of quality affordable housing in Maine and New Hampshire.

What you will do

• Lead development projects from early site feasibility through financing, design, construction, and transition to operations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to manage budgets and timelines.
• Navigate public approvals and complex financing structures to deliver successful outcomes.
• Support Avesta’s mission to improve lives by creating safe, stable, and affordable homes for people in need.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree in real estate, urban planning, finance, business, or a related field preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of multifamily housing finance including proficiency with pro formas.
• Thorough knowledge of the real estate development process and relevant regulations, including land acquisition, municipal approvals, zoning, environmental review, design, and construction.
• Demonstrated ability to execute successful real estate development projects, manage multiple work streams simultaneously, and operate with a high degree of independence.
• At least 3 years of financial underwriting, project management, real estate development, or other relevant experience.
• Experience with LIHTC, HUD, RD, State housing finance agencies or other housing finance entities.

Culture & Benefits

• Employer-paid health and dental plans for employees.
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with immediate vested match of up to 6%.
• Generous earned time, starting with 22 days in first year of employment.
• Professional development assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• Committed to being an inclusive community that values diversity in people, backgrounds, and ideas.