CHIEF OF PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND MODERNIZATION

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) or Designee, the Chief of Planning, Development & Modernization (CPDM) is a key PCC leadership and administrative position encompassing significant technical oversight and implementation responsibilities of modernization and construction projects. The CPDM manages modernization and construction activities in a complex public housing authority environment and ensures timely submittal of Davis Bacon Wage reporting to HUD. Responsibilities include developing and implementing a Modernization Plan for all PCC properties. The CPDM is responsible for producing and implementing PCC's Annual and Five-Year Plan and any significant amendments. The candidate is also responsible for ensuring that PCC's five-year Physical Needs Assessment is prepared and completed to HUD's satisfaction.

The position supervises administrative project construction management staff and works closely with cross-department leadership teams to ensure a comprehensive approach to planning, design, and construction management is being implemented. Duties involve, but are not limited to, assisting in PCC's redevelopment activities and general real estate planning and acquisition activities. These strategies entail efforts to reposition PCC's housing stock to maintain the viability of the portfolio and to ensure PCC's role as the primary provider of affordable housing in Bridgeport. The duties of this position encompass those of a planner and real estate developer.

Education/Qualifications

Required: Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Urban Planning, Public Administration, or Real Estate Development and seven years' experience as a Senior Planner or Project Manager for real estate rehabilitation or development activities.

Preferred: Master's degree or equivalent in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Law, or Real Estate Development and five years of work experience as a program administrator for programs involving housing development or housing finance.

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of design requirements, building codes, and regulations, preferably in Connecticut.
• A specific understanding of HUD requirements, including Housing Quality Standards (HQS), is desirable.
• Must have a sound administrative and supervisory background in design and construction management, preferably in the public housing industry.
• Possess the skills and abilities to interact effectively in a complex construction environment with architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and local, state, and federal code, building, and regulatory officials
• Ability to make independent judgments on problems and issues.
• Strong computer proficiency.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Cooperative/courteous to the public and team player.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Possess a valid CT driver's license.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Typical office environment and able to attend meetings, training, and travel to PPC sites unaccompanied. The manager will frequently drive to job sites and other destinations required in performing the job duties for this position.

Benefits

• State of CT 2.0 Partnership Healthcare Plan w/ HEP + Dental & Vision
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer paid group health life insurance $25,000
• CT Municipal Employee Retirement System Employee 4.75% contribution, Employer Cost share 19.57% (5-year vesting)
• PTO or Vacation, Sick & Personal Days
• 13 paid holidays per calendar year
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee discount perks via ADP services
• Supplemental Insurance Retirement

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