Assistant Project Manager in Cambridge

Energy Jobline ZR; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A housing authority in Cambridge is seeking an entry-level administrative candidate. The role includes supporting the planning of affordable housing and coordinating with various stakeholders, including architects and engineers. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in social sciences and relevant experience in housing or planning. This position offers an opportunity to engage in meaningful work within the community.

Qualifications

• Experience in housing or planning and public administration required.
• A Master's Degree is optional.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Planner in planning and development of new public housing.
• Coordinate activities of consultant architects, engineers, and councils.
• Evaluate physical improvement needs of existing public housing.

Skills

Strong computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, and MS Outlook)

Ability to learn other computer software programs

Education

Bachelor's Degree in social sciences

Job description

GRADE: 11

DEPARTMENT: Planning and Development

REPORTS TO: Senior Project Manager

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt, Hourly

STANDARD HOURS: 37.5 per week

UNION: Teamsters Local #122

SUMMARY

The Cambridge Housing Authority seeks a responsible entry‑level administrative candidate dedicated to the planning of affordable housing with an emphasis on modernization and redevelopment of public housing. General responsibilities will include assistance with preparation of proformas, evaluation of physical improvement needs of properties, preparation of funding proposals and Requests for Proposals, and administration of contracts for consulting architect and engineers. Other responsibilities include coordination of activities involving consulting architects and engineers, resident councils, other CHA departments, and funding agencies. Occasional evening meetings with neighborhood groups are also responsibilities of this position.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The primary purpose of this position is to support the Senior Planner in the planning and development of new public housing or public housing modernization through coordination of activities of consultant architects, engineers, tenant councils, other Cambridge Housing Authority (CHA) departments, and funding agencies. Incumbent may supervise a small clerical staff.

All activities must support the CHA’s strategic goals and objectives and produce results that accomplish the goals of the Planning and Development department.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in one of the social sciences and experience in housing or planning and public administration required. A Master’s Degree is optional. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Technical Skills

• Strong computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, and MS Outlook)
• Ability to learn other computer software programs may be required by assigned tasks

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinates activities involving consulting architects and engineers, resident councils, other CHA departments and funding agencies.
• Coordinates and attends occasional evening meetings with neighborhood groups.
• Assists in the preparation of RFPs to architects and engineers for development of bidding documents for physical improvement work; evaluates RFP responses.
• Evaluates the physical improvement needs of existing public housing.
• Assists in the preparation of funding proposals from various federal, state and local funding sources.
• Prepares documentation for CHA, tenant councils and funding agencies for the awarding of contracts to architectural and engineering firms.
• Plans physical improvement of current housing units with tenant councils (some after hours work required).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

Behavioral Competencies

• Commitment: Sets high standards of performance; pursues aggressive goals and works hard/smart to achieve them; etc.
• Customer Service: Meets/exceeds the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; etc.
• Effective Communication: Ensures important information is passed to those who need to know; etc.
• Responsiveness and Accountability: Demonstrates a high level of conscientiousness; holds oneself personally responsible for one’s work; does fair share of work.
• Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Leadership: Provides direction by clearly and effectively setting course of action for department and subordinates; manages performance by providing regular feedback and reinforcement to subordinates.

Job Competencies

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of physical development.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations as applicable to public housing.
• Ability to carry out assignments efficiently and as requested.
• Ability to attune oneself to the method of operation of a superior and to work harmoniously with him/her.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to maintain a stationary position, operate computers and other office equipment, move about the office, attend onsite and offsite meetings, and communicate. The employee must be able to accurately exchange information in person, in writing and via e‑mail and telephone. The employee must occasionally transport up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

It is the policy of the Cambridge Housing Authority to give preference in employment to Section 3‑eligible individuals. The Cambridge Housing Authority is an equal‑opportunity affirmative action employer. Minorities, handicapped and others are encouraged to apply.