Head of Project Management
On-siteChicago, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Lead and develop the underwriting and closing organization through Managing Directors, establishing accountability, performance expectations, and talent development across all levels. Align staffing, resources, and organizational structure to support business objectives, transaction volume, and evolving market conditions. Assign transactions strategically based on capacity, expertise, investor requirements, and deal complexity. Oversee underwriting and closing activities to ensure timely, accurate, and consistent execution across LIHTC, Structured Finance, and Predevelopment business lines. Establish and maintain quality assurance standards, operating procedures, and internal controls that minimize risk. Serve as the primary operational liaison between Project Management and Originations, Credit, Legal, Investor Relations, Asset Management, and other business partners to ensure effective communication and seamless transaction execution. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, scalability, and technology utilization while overseeing the transition of closed transactions to Asset Management.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Real Estate, or related field
- Minimum 10 years of real estate underwriting experience
- At least 5 years in the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit industry
- Deep knowledge of LIHTC investments, underwriting, compliance, and transaction structuring
- Demonstrated success leading large professional teams and developing senior talent
- Strong executive communication, analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage multiple complex transactions
- Advanced Excel proficiency
- Willingness to travel as needed
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree
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