Project Coordinator, Development

About the Role

Vitus is seeking a Project Coordinator to support the Development team across the real estate development process. This role offers hands-on exposure to affordable housing acquisitions, financing, due diligence, and closings.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Development Directors and Development Managers with activities across the real estate development process.
• Assist with analyzing, interpreting, and summarizing real estate documents, including leases, contracts, and financial statements.
• Support preparation of financing and investor applications, low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) applications, and acquisition due diligence materials.
• Maintain real estate market research and property information to inform investment decision-making.
• Coordinate with internal teams—including Asset Management, Accounting, and Corporate Communications—on the ongoing management of real estate assets.
• Assist with closings, including settlement of funds, document preparation, and closing accounting entries.
• Track predevelopment and construction budgets and prepare funding draws.
• Facilitate communication and workflow among Development team members and project partners.
• Coordinate with property managers, management companies, and on-site personnel as needed.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Outlook
• Excel
• Word

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent prioritization, organization, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage time-sensitive work and competing deadlines.
• Strong oral and written communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, maintain accurate records, and exercise careful attention to detail.
• Preferred: 0 - 3 years of relevant work experience in affordable housing, community development, multifamily real estate, or related industry.
• Preferred: Exposure to real estate, LIHTC, or other affordable housing debt and equity products and structures.
• Preferred: Demonstrated ability to work with financial and real estate information and support multiple projects or workstreams.
• Preferred: Experience supporting affordable housing development, acquisition due diligence, financing applications, or real estate closings.