Impactful Housing Development & Projects Specialist

Albuquerque Housing Authority; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

11 paid holidays

Paid leave

PERA pension

Life insurance

STD & LTD

457 retirement plan

Job summary

Albuquerque Housing Authority is seeking a Housing Development Specialist to support renovation and new development projects in Albuquerque, NM. You will help with planning, inspections, budgeting, schedules, and funding applications, coordinating staff, consultants, and external partners.

The role requires coordinating with architects, contractors, and departments, ensuring HUD compliance, and maintaining detailed project documentation.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree, or equivalent, in construction management, project management, or related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in planning, medium-large project construction management, finance, housing development, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering the Capital Fund Program, including developing annual and 5-year capital plans, monitoring budgets, HUD compliance, and deadlines.
• Manage assigned capital projects, design inspections, scheduling, and coordination with architects, contractors, and staff to keep projects on time and compliant.
• Prepare project status updates and schedules; maintain project documents, logs, and audit trails compliant with HUD regulations.
• Support funding efforts by assisting with applications, budgeting, and lender/investor closeings.
• Participate in planning and oversight of housing projects, including renovations and new construction; help develop short- and long-term housing strategies.
• Assist with department goal-setting, policy development, and program administration; resolve project conflicts to save time and resources.
• Liaise with departments, agencies, and the public; coordinate meetings and site tours; respond to inquiries and complaints.
• Assist with annual budget preparation and administration; ensure proper logs and records are maintained.

Skills

Budget management

Project coordination

Construction oversight

HUD programs knowledge

Excel

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Associate's degree or related field

Tools

MS Excel

Project management tools

Job description

Albuquerque Housing Authority is seeking a Housing Development Specialist to support renovation and new development projects in Albuquerque, NM. You will help with planning, inspections, budgeting, schedules, and funding applications, coordinating staff, consultants, and external partners.

The role requires coordinating with architects, contractors, and departments, ensuring HUD compliance, and maintaining detailed project documentation.