Development Manager - Multifamily

The Quest Organization; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Quest Organization is looking for a Developer Manager to lead affordable housing projects from feasibility to financial closing. This role involves significant financial analysis, project management, and coordination with stakeholders to ensure timely and budget-friendly project delivery.

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant Bachelor’s Degree and have over 3 years of experience in real estate development, especially with LIHTC. Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in real estate development or project management required.
• Experience with LIHTC & Affordable Housing strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate potential affordable housing sites and assess alignment with funding requirements.
• Prepare and analyze project pro formas.
• Secure funding through various financial avenues.
• Coordinate third-party reports for financing and closing.

Skills

Financial analysis

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Regulatory navigation

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Public Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Project management tools

Job description

Developer Manager – LIHTC / Affordable Housing

Affordable Housing Developer is seeking a Developer Manager. The Development Manager will oversee development opportunities from early feasibility through financial closing and handoff to asset management. The role requires a mix of financial analysis, project management, regulatory navigation, and stakeholder coordination to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with community and organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate potential affordable housing sites and assess alignment with program and funding requirements.
• Prepare and analyze project pro formas, including LIHTC modeling, subsidies, and layered financing.
• Secure funding through tax credits, bonds, grants, loans, and public/private partnerships.
• Prepare and submit competitive LIHTC, HUD, and other affordable housing funding applications.
• Oversee zoning, land use, and permitting processes to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate third-party reports (environmental, engineering, market studies) to support financing and closing.
• Lead financial closings, coordinate with lenders and investors, and ensure a smooth transition to construction and asset management.
• Collaborate with municipalities, community partners, architects, engineers, contractors, and investors throughout project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Public Administration, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 3+ years of experience in real estate development, project management, construction management, or a related field.
• Experience with LIHTC & Affordable Housing strongly preferred
• Proficiency with financial modeling and Microsoft Excel; experience with project management tools a plus.
• Strong financial analysis and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Skilled in negotiation, problem solving, and stakeholder engagement.