Alfred Street Baptist Church (ASBC) is excited to announce our search for our Real Estate Development Manager. Our church has over 12,000 members and continues to grow “Building Disciples to Win the World for Christ.” ASBC has over 80 ministries to meet member needs. We seek top performers who can advance the work of the Lord. We seek people who have much to offer and are dedicated servants of God. We also seek those individuals who are upbeat, loyal, resourceful and are dedicated to working to fulfill our mission.

The incumbent will serve as the project manager for ASBC construction and capital projects. The Real Estate Development Manager is responsible for managing multiple construction projects to successful outcomes. This effort extends across the life span of a project, including planning, design, construction, and operationalizing of all types of capital projects.

This is a full-time, exempt position, which reports directly to the Church Administrator and will be located in Alexandria, Virginia.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for managing multiple new and renovation facilities projects.
• Ensure a high level of accountability on all projects.

• Understand contracts for all parties (consultants, general contractors, vendors, suppliers, etc.); communicate effectively to team members, ensure team members are communicating effectively with each other, resolve conflicts, develop trustworthy relationships with clients, solve problems, and be able to conceptually provide/analyze total project budgets and schedules (design, permitting, regulatory approvals, construction, equipment, furniture, etc.).
• Manage and oversee duties related to planning, design, and construction of new and existing facilities.
• Manage and oversee projects progressing from concept development through construction, commissioning, and occupation. Every project must follow a standard and organized path from project initiation to project completion. Be able to identify opportunities to expedite the process without compromising the goal or final product.
• Employ a diverse set of skills and assist in resolving project, client, and people management issues.
• Manage and oversee the project definition, external team assembly, design resolution, documentation, budget and cost management, value engineering, scheduling, quality, change order management, move-in coordination, and other responsibilities.
• Play an integral role in establishing collaborative and productive relationships with project teams, including architects, engineers, consultants, commissioning agents, contractors, and internal ASBC partners.
• Engage internal stakeholders and support project intent, desired outcomes in a manner that will support the planned construction activities.
• Provide risk mitigation strategies for each project.
• Support the vision of the church leadership, ministries and deaconate to meet the members needs.
• Engage, communicate and serve as a liaison to Church Council Committees (Property + Facilities/Affordable Housing Advisory Team)
• Other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Must be process-oriented with a keen sense of detail.
• Demonstrated spiritual maturity and commitment to Christian values and lifestyle.
• Must possess a collaborative style, strong work ethic, and commitment to excellence.
• Must possess conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated excellent customer service, interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills.
• Proficiency in office technology including Microsoft Office – Word, Project, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Experience negotiating contracts, leases or agreements.
• Database and computer application systems experience.
• Annual budget development and preparation experience.
• Ability to create positive working relationships with a diverse group of people and volunteers including gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, and culture and skill level differences.
• Professional, courteous and friendly personality.
• Ability to meet deadlines and maintain confidentiality.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, and accounting or in a related field is essential. Graduate degree preferred.
• Eight years of experience, with at least three years in an executive position or equivalent professional experience in management/supervision working in a large, complex organization at the senior executive level is desirable.
• Prior church or non-profit experience is preferred.
• Requires flexibility for evening and weekend responsibilities.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three references using our online application system.

Alfred Street Baptist Church is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspective. We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside. Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application process should contact careers@alfredstreet.org. An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check and providing proof of full COVID-19 vaccination.