Project Associate – Foster City or Oakland
Location : Foster City or Oakland, CA
The Project Associate supports the Development Department in creating affordable housing communities through tasks related to entitlement, financing, design, construction, leasing, and maintenance. Reporting to a Director of Housing Development, the role involves complex administrative, analytical, and project management duties requiring sound judgment and initiative.
Responsibilities
- Coordinates meetings and communications with internal teams, consultants, contractors, agencies, and financial partners during feasibility and due diligence phases
- Prepares presentation materials (e.g., slide decks, graphs, printed documents) for internal and external stakeholders
- Assists with tasks associated with all development phases, including contract preparation, draw reviews, loan closing due diligence, document reviews, and title coordination
- Supports project transitions to Asset Management by summarizing key issues and organizing critical documents
- Responds to development RFPs and manages consultant proposals, bids, and contract execution
- Organizes and maintains electronic project files and correspondence on the server
- Prepares planning and community outreach materials; supports logistics for meetings
- Completes research tasks and maintains department databases and reports as assigned
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Skilled in interpreting contracts, regulations, and zoning / building codesStrong written and verbal communication with internal and external stakeholdersAccurate and efficient in data analysis and report writingDetail-oriented and adaptable to evolving departmental needsCapable of multitasking under pressure in fast-paced environmentsDedicated to the mission and values of MidPen Services and MidPen HousingPassionate about affordable housing and committed to finding sustainable housing solutionsEducation and Experience
High School diploma (GED) with a minimum four years of experience in an office setting or an Associate’s degree with a minimum two years of experience in an office setting or a Bachelor's degreePay Range
Pay range : $27.19 - $33.99 per hour. Pay based on applicable experience and qualifications.
Benefits and Compensation (see here for full details)
Health InsuranceDental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance403(b) Retirement InvestmentEmployee Education Reimbursement ProgramPaid Parental LeaveFSA for Childcare, Medical, and Commuter BenefitsEAP ProgramPet InsurancePaid Time OffCompany HolidaysWellness DaysEqual Opportunity
MidPen Housing Corp. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Consistent with its obligations under the law, MidPen Housing Corp. will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
Seniority level : Entry level
Employment type : Full-time
Job function : Management and Manufacturing
Industry : Non-profit Organizations
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