Senior Construction Coordinator (Housing Construction Coordinator, Sr) - Limited Duration

Job Appointment: Full Time, Limited Duration. 
Persons appointed to limited term positions will be designated as limited duration employees whose appointment shall not exceed two (2) years except for the extension of grants or funding from outside sources.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Alternate schedules may be available.
Work Location: Hybrid. This position reports to 1900 SW 4th Avenue, Suite 7007, Portland OR 97201. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click here.
Union Representation: AFSCME-189.  To view current labor agreements, click here.
Starting Pay: Applicants start at the entry rate. If you are an AFSCME-represented employee, see labor agreement or contact your labor representative for additional information.

Position Summary:

The Senior Construction Coordinator (SCC) is a member of the Portland Housing Bureau’s (PHB) Construction Services team which implements the City's affordable, multifamily housing strategy and the deployment of its resources by providing support to developers through public-private partnerships.  As such, the SCC is responsible for a wide variety of professional and technical duties in the analysis, compliance, coordination and monitoring of publicly funded multifamily housing rehabilitation and new construction projects. 

The SCC participates in selecting projects to be awarded funding, attends Owner Architect Contractor (OAC) meetings from award through completion to advise and monitor the project, and works closely with Housing Portfolio Finance Coordinators who manage, negotiate, underwrite and structure housing development projects where PHB is one of a number of project funders. The SCC is responsible for bringing attention to issues related to proposed projects including but not limited to building cost, funding compliance, building constructability, site suitability planning and zoning, green building and development/construction team qualifications. For federally funded projects, the SCC is also responsible for producing Environmental Reviews. During construction, the SCC continues to monitor the project, processes construction draws and ensures compliance with applicable rules and regulations. At completion the SCC closes out the project including evaluation of final budgets and determination of cost savings.

SCCs work with a team of peers, a Construction Funding Compliance Coordinator and a Capital Projects Manager, and collaborate with other PHB teams including Housing Investment and Portfolio Preservation, Development Incentives, Risk Analysis and Compliance, and Finance and Accounting. The SCC team is the PHB liaison to Portland Permitting & Development during permitting and inspections and works closely with other bureaus (such as BPS, PBOT and BES) and project partners to keep projects on budget and on schedule. As such, the SCC is expected to have technical expertise in multifamily real estate development and construction and be knowledgeable on federal, state, and local housing funding programs and their rules, including prevailing wage and accessibility requirements. 

As a Senior Construction Coordinator, you will:

As a candidate, you are: 

• Collaborative: An outgoing professional who values partnership and develops and supports relationships to get things done.
• Solutions Oriented: Able to learn independently and demonstrate strong communication skills to work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders to create, implement, and document solutions.
• Value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI): Uses DEI concepts to guide and inform your work.
• An Equitable Team Member:  Experience promoting and maintaining an inclusive, respectful and culturally responsive workplace.
• Emotionally Intelligent: Motivated, curious, team-oriented, and empathetic.

Virtual Meet & Greet Opportunity

Meet the hiring manager and the senior recruiter to learn more about this position, how to apply, and what it's like to work with the City of Portland.

Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Time: 12:00 PM PST

Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/dBgg2qrmSWWYswHksTCQqw

(Note: Al Notetaking apps are not permitted. If you need ADA accommodations, please contact the recruiter below.)

Applicants must demonstrate how their education, training, and experience meet each of the minimum qualifications listed below:

1. Experience managing and monitoring complex real estate development, design and construction, including contracting practices and the integration of housing policies and strategies.
2. Experience analyzing building plans and specifications, cost estimates, permits and permitting requirements, building and zoning code requirements, ADA requirements, and green building design and certifications. 
3. Experience working independently and collaboratively to problem solve and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously with competing deadlines.  
4. Experience applying the principles of construction project budgeting, value engineering and project scheduling.
5. Experience incorporating diversity, equity and inclusion considerations and maintaining working relationships with internal and external stakeholders such as diverse, under-represented communities, all levels of staff, staff of other agencies, business leaders, and others encountered in the course of work.

Applicant must also:

• Have a valid state driver's license and acceptable driving record to conduct construction site visits.
• Ability to inspect construction sites, which may include navigating uneven terrain and stairs.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and proper use of protective gear on construction sites.  

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in multifamily real estate development and construction or an equivalent combination of training and experience as a multifamily housing developer, project/construction manager, and/or architect team lead.
• At least two (2) years’ experience as a housing development team member at an affordable housing organization or public agency equivalent to the Portland Housing Bureau.
• Bachelor's degree in architecture, development, building/construction science or related field. A master’s degree in a pertinent field may serve in lieu of one to two years’ experience.

How to Apply:

• Submit your resume and cover letter by the closing date.
• (Optional) Submit Veterans’ Preference documents, if applicable. 
   If this is your first time applying with the City of Portland, or if you haven’t requested veteran preference before (and would like to now), please attach your DD214-Member 4 and/or VA Benefit Letter to your application. Once we verify your eligibility, we’ll record your veteran preference in our system, so it automatically applies to your future applications.
• Click here for application tips for resume, supplemental question response and/or cover letter.

What to Expect:

1. Application Review - (Week of July 27): We'll review your application materials to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications listed above. 
2. Notice/Feedback - (Week of August 3): You will receive an email when the minimum qualification review is complete. If you disagree with the evaluation results, you may request a review within 14 days of the email notice, per City Administrative Rule 3.01.
3. Selection Process - (Mid August): The hiring bureau will review qualified applications, conduct interviews, and check references. 
4. Conditional Job Offer - (Early September):Final candidates may undergo a background or driving record check, depending on the position.

Learn More About:

• How to Apply Videos and Workshops
• City of Portland Core Values
• HRAR-3.01 - Recruitment Processes
• Veteran Preference Information
• Total Compensation and Benefits
• Language Pay Differential Eligibility

We’re committed to providing a fair, inclusive, and accessible hiring process. If you need assistance with your application or would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, pregnancy, or religious belief, please contact the recruiter listed below.

Questions? We're here to help!
If you have questions about this recruitment or need assistance, contact:

Tamela Ressler, Senior Recruiter
[email protected] 
Bureau of Human Resources