Construction Loan Closer

Firstrust Bank; Conshohocken (Montgomery County); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Firstrust Bank is seeking a Construction Loan Closing Specialist to manage the end-to-end process of construction loan closings. The role requires reviewing approvals, assembling closing documents, and coordinating with Relationship Managers and title companies.

A strong background in banking and real estate lending is essential. The position offers a hybrid work schedule with opportunities for growth and exposure to regulatory-compliant real estate financing workflows.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of banking and commercial lending experience.
• BS or BA Degree in Business Administration or related field experience.
• Extensive knowledge of Construction Real Estate closing requirements.
• Ability to analyze a loan approval and loan file to ensure all necessary documentation.
• Experience working with Real Estate Finance lending team is strongly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates all aspects of construction loan closings from approval through funding.
• Review loan approvals/memos to ensure all terms and conditions are reflected in closing documents.
• Assemble, review, and verify closing documentation (notes, mortgages, contracts).
• Verify all required approvals and conditions before closing.
• Confirm insurance coverage (hazard, builders’ risk, flood, etc.).
• Coordinate with Relationship Managers and title companies for closing items.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Manage daily workflow to meet closing deadlines.

Skills

Banking experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Hybrid work adaptability

Education

BS/BA in Business Administration

Tools

Closing documents

Real estate finance knowledge

Job description

Recognizes the leader in you

As one of the region’s foremost community banking institutions, we take pride in fostering leadership.

FIRSTRUST BANK

Recognizes the leader in you

As one of the region’s foremost community banking institutions, we take pride in fostering leadership.As a Firstrust employee, your growth is our growth.For you, that means great benefits, performance-based pay, a meaningful role, and resources to help your success.For us, that means employees who offer exemplary customer service with a commitment to our values - honesty, integrity and accountability.

• Hybrid Position*

The Construction Loan Closing Specialist requires in-depth knowledge and experience in the review process for Ground up Construction Financing loan files and closing settlements.

Responsibilities

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates all aspects of construction loan closings from approval through funding.
• Review loan approvals/memos to ensure all terms and conditions are accurately reflected in closing documents.
• Assemble, review, and verify closing documentation, including notes, mortgages, and construction loan agreements.
• Verify that all required approvals and conditions have been satisfied before closing.
• Confirm hazard, builders’ risk, flood, and other required insurance coverage.
• Engages communication with Relationship Managers, Portfolio Managers, title companies, for required closing items.
• Ensures compliance with internal lending policies and regulatory requirements.
• Manages the daily workflow to ensure that loan closing deadlines are met.
• Track the settlement disbursement process, file maintenance, adjustments, reconciliations and other loan system set up functions.
• Monitors the closing pipeline and may participate in new loan meetings with Relationship Manager.

Other Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintains superior customer service when obtaining all Real Estate Finance documentation.
• Assume other responsibilities or special duties associated with the function of the department as delegated by Manager.
• Oversee and collaborate with team members to ensure accuracy on all loans.
• Assists in the development of new business for Firstrust. Is alert to expressed customer/prospect needs to suggest appropriate services. Directs customers to appropriate person to establish business relationships.

Physical And Sensory Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Potenital On-the-job-risks

• None identified.

Education, Training And Experience

• 5-10 years of banking and commercial lending experience
• BS or BA Degree in Business Administration or related field experience
• Extensive knowledge of and experience with Construction Real Estate closing requirements
• Ability to analyze a loan approval and loan file to ensure all necessary documentation is obtained during the closing process
• Prior experience working withing with Real Estate Finance lending team is strongly encouraged.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good oral written communication skills.
• Proven history of managing high volume workflows.

Work Schedule

• Hybrid work schedule

Firstrust Bank provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy), age, gender, (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), physical or mental disability, religion, national origin, genetics, marital status, veteran’s status, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including, without limitation, recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, compensation, benefits, and all other conditions and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Firstrust Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you have a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email Firstrust Bank Human Resources Department [e-mail]. Include your full name, best way to reach you, and the accommodation needed to assist with the application process.Firstrust provides reasonable accommodations so that disabled individuals may participate in the application and selection process. Please state your reasonable accommodation request for assistance in your message.Only reasonable accommodation requests related to applying for a specific position within Firstrust will be reviewed at the email address and phone number supplied.Please advise Firstrust of any accommodation you require to express an interest in a specific opening by emailing or calling: [e-mail] or 215-728-8265.