Real Estate Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Real Estate Project Manager

Reports to: Project Director, Reclaiming North Lawndale

Our Mission

Lawndale Christian Development Corporation (LCDC) was established in 1987 by the Lawndale Christian Community Church to fulfill the call to do justice in Micah 6:8. LCDC organizes with the community for the power to eliminate health and wealth disparities in North Lawndale. We develop and manage affordable mixed-use housing, create homeownership for working families, and build cooperative businesses that anchor neighborhood stability and economic equity.

Our Culture

We are a small, mission-driven nonprofit organization based in the North Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago. LCDC’s culture promotes self-reflection, mutual respect, and healthy relationships. We take a proactive approach to problem-solving, emphasizing clear roles, expectations, and accountability. We employ a biblical approach to communication and conflict resolution. The culture of LCDC is fast-paced, collaborative, and deeply rewarding.

Job Overview

The Real Estate Project Manager plays a central role in LCDC’s development operations, overseeing critical phases of residential and mixed-use construction projects, managing contractors, and ensuring adherence to project budgets, schedules, and compliance standards. The position also supports LCDC’s strategic initiative to reclaim and redevelop vacant properties in North Lawndale.

Primary Responsibilities

· Vacant Property and Data Mapping

· Research ownership and document findings in the property management database.

· Construction Oversight

· Follow day-to-day construction of single-family homes, gaining hands-on experience with the full construction process.

· Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and budgets.

· Obtain a working understanding of the construction development process from predevelopment to closeout.

· Development Process Management

· Assist in preparing and managing sworn statements, budgets, and financial sources/uses.

· Coordinate State Capital Grant requests, including Greystone quarterly reports.

· Identify BEP-certified contractors to bid on Greystone and other projects.

· Handle environmental due diligence, demolition, and remediation coordination.

· Lead coordination of architectural plans for assigned projects.

Other Expectations

§ Model Christian leadership and a biblical approach to conflict resolution.

§ Participate in community organizing activities and public events.

§ Engage in professional development opportunities as available.

§ Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies and Skills

The Project Manager demonstrates disciplined accountability and a meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that every project phase meets measurable, high-quality, and cost-effective standards. They think creatively and adaptively, bringing innovative approaches to construction and development challenges while maintaining integrity, transparency, and professional composure under changing conditions. Skilled in organization and information management, they establish and uphold clear project controls, monitor trends that may affect outcomes, and ensure all documentation, reports, and financial data are accurate and compliant. Their oral and written communication skills enable them to present complex information with clarity, lead meetings effectively, and produce concise professional documentation.

Equally strong in relational and strategic competencies, the Project Manager builds and sustains productive partnerships with contractors, funders, and community stakeholders, embodying teamwork and trust. They plan and evaluate with precision—setting measurable goals, coordinating schedules and budgets, and using data-driven cost-benefit analyses to guide decision-making. Operating with deep organizational awareness of LCDC’s mission and systems, they apply sound financial and project-management principles to oversee timelines, resources, and quality control measures. Their leadership reflects an ethical commitment to excellence, innovation, and collaboration—aligning every project milestone with LCDC’s broader goals of equity, accountability, and community transformation.

Qualifications

Required

· Bachelor’s degree (preferably in real estate, business, or finance).

· Minimum 3 years of experience in development or project management.

· Excellent MS Office skills (including Excel).

· Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally.

· Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

· Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.

Preferred

· Experience designing or managing project management processes and systems.

Compensation and Benefits

· Full-time position (Monday–Friday, 9 am–5 pm). Compensation based on experience and qualifications. Benefits available after 90 days include:

· 12 PTO days and 6 sick leave days annually.

· Health, dental, and vision plans.

· 401(k) matching plan.

· Discounted membership at Lawndale Christian Fitness Center.

· Staff outings, birthday celebrations, and a lively, collaborative atmosphere.

To Apply:
Send resume, cover letter, and two references to [email protected].

It is the policy of Lawndale Christian Development Corporation to recruit, employ, train, transfer, compensate, and promote individuals who are best qualified for the specific position by reason of education, training, skills, experience, performance, and/or general ability. It is the policy of Lawndale Christian Development Corporation that all employment decisions and personnel actions, including decisions or actions to recruit, employ, train, transfer, compensate, provide benefits for, promote, demote, discipline, discharge, lay off employees, or call employees back from lay-off, be made without regard to any individual’s age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran or military status, military discharge status, non-disqualifying physical/mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, source of income, and/or genetic information.

Our organization is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against staff members or applicants for employment on any legally‐recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability or any other protected class under federal, state or local law. All employees are expected to cooperate with and follow this policy.

Company Description

Lawndale Christian Development Corporation (LCDC) works within the community to eliminate health and wealth disparities in North Lawndale. We develop and manage affordable mixed-use housing, create homeownership for working families, and build cooperative businesses. Community Church Development Corporation, established in 1987 by Lawndale Christian Community Church, is dedicated to holistic community revitalization in the North Lawndale community of Chicago, IL. LCDC focuses on economic empowerment, housing improvements, educational enrichments, and community advocacy to enhance the lives and environments of Lawndale residents.

LCDC’s vision is to develop and manage community-enhancing residential and commercial properties, partner for educational excellence, and catalyze for community revitalization in the North Lawndale community. Since our inception, LCDC has completed $125 million in residential and commercial development which accounts for over 500 units all in the North Lawndale community. We currently manage 170 units of affordable housing.

Company Description

Lawndale Christian Development Corporation (LCDC) works within the community to eliminate health and wealth disparities in North Lawndale. We develop and manage affordable mixed-use housing, create homeownership for working families, and build cooperative businesses. Community Church Development Corporation, established in 1987 by Lawndale Christian Community Church, is dedicated to holistic community revitalization in the North Lawndale community of Chicago, IL. LCDC focuses on economic empowerment, housing improvements, educational enrichments, and community advocacy to enhance the lives and environments of Lawndale residents.\r\n\r\nLCDC’s vision is to develop and manage community-enhancing residential and commercial properties, partner for educational excellence, and catalyze for community revitalization in the North Lawndale community. Since our inception, LCDC has completed $125 million in residential and commercial development which accounts for over 500 units all in the North Lawndale community. We currently manage 170 units of affordable housing.