Commercial/Multifamily Real Estate Development Assistant Project Manager

About Blue Sky Communities

Blue Sky Communities is a mission-driven affordable housing developer headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida. Since 2012, we’ve delivered high-quality, sustainable communities serving families, seniors, and veterans across the state. We partner with nonprofits and local governments to create housing that has a lasting impact—on residents and communities alike.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking an Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support the execution of affordable housing developments from post-award due diligence through construction closeout and operational turnover. This is a hands-on, growth-oriented role designed for someone who wants to build a long-term career in real estate development. You’ll work closely with experienced Development Project Managers and gain exposure to the full lifecycle of complex, impactful projects.

What You’ll Do

Project Execution & Coordination

• Support projects through due diligence, design, permitting, construction, and closeout
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, attorneys, and local agencies
• Track schedules, milestones, and critical path items
• Assist with permitting, utilities, easements, and jurisdictional approvals
• Help manage design updates and consultant deliverables

Construction & Closeout

• Participate in Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings and track action items
• Support construction administration, including change orders and draw processes
• Monitor progress and flag risks related to schedule, budget, or coordination
• Assist with project closeout, punch lists, and turnover to operations
• Coordinate with Finance and Property Management during lease-up preparation

Project Controls & Documentation

• Maintain project trackers, logs, budgets, and schedules
• Organize lender, investor, and regulatory documentation
• Ensure accurate and well-maintained project files

Collaboration & Communication

• Act as a liaison between internal teams and external partners
• Coordinate meetings, agendas, and follow-ups
• Support cross-functional collaboration across Development, Finance, Construction, and Property Management

Growth & Development

This role is built as a pipeline to Project Manager. You’ll gain increasing ownership of projects while developing expertise in:

• Affordable housing development
• Financing structures and entitlements
• Permitting and construction administration

What We’re Looking For

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Clear communicator comfortable managing multiple stakeholders
• Proactive, self-directed, and solutions-oriented
• Able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Interested in long-term growth in real estate development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, Construction, Urban Planning, or related field preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
• Interest in affordable housing or impact-driven development

Why Join Us

At Blue Sky, you won’t just be supporting projects—you’ll be helping bring meaningful communities to life. You’ll work side-by-side with experienced development leaders who are invested in your growth, gaining real exposure to every phase of the development lifecycle. This is a place where your career can accelerate quickly, your contributions are visible, and your work directly impacts Florida’s affordable housing landscape. If you’re looking for a role that combines hands-on experience, mentorship, and purpose-driven work, this is it.