Housing Rehab Program Lead

Olmsted-County,-Mn; Minnesota; On-site; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Olmsted County is seeking a coordinator to manage property rehabilitation programs and related funding. Under supervision, you will coordinate HUD-backed projects, evaluate properties, prepare cost estimates, and liaise with property owners and contractors to ensure compliance with plans and codes.

The role requires a degree in architecture/engineering/construction or related field (or equivalent experience), and a mix of education and experience to meet five years of work in rehab programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction science or related field plus 1 year experience in a similar role.
• Associate's degree in building trades plus 3 years experience in a similar role.
• A combination of education and experience equal to five years in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Determine client eligibility, evaluate property, and analyze cost of work required.
• Prepare construction specifications and cost estimates.
• Inspect work for compliance with plans, materials, and quality.
• Explain programs to the public and assist with bids from contractors.
• Write grant and loan agreements and assist with funding applications.
• Prepare summary reports with photos, descriptions, cost analysis and financing.
• Process payments, inspection reports, certificates of acceptance, and lien waivers.
• Train staff on documentation and processes.
• Assist with surveys to locate low-income property owners.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Housing rehab knowledge

Building code knowledge

Computer literacy

Problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Project management

Plan/spec interpretation

Organizational skills

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture/engineering/construction science or related field

Associate's degree in building trades

Combination of education and experience equal to five years

Job description

Olmsted County is seeking a coordinator to manage property rehabilitation programs and related funding. Under supervision, you will coordinate HUD-backed projects, evaluate properties, prepare cost estimates, and liaise with property owners and contractors to ensure compliance with plans and codes.

The role requires a degree in architecture/engineering/construction or related field (or equivalent experience), and a mix of education and experience to meet five years of work in rehab programs.