Community Development Project Manager

Start Date: July 16, 2025 | End Date: August 03, 2025
County: Cumberland County
Job Type: Other
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The Greater Portland Council of Governments (GPCOG) is seeking a full-time Community Development Project Manager to join our team. GPCOG unites cities and towns across rural, suburban, and urban areas to collaboratively plan for our region’s future. We are committed to enhancing community life and making our region a top destination through impactful planning, infrastructure coordination, and technical assistance.

As an equal opportunity employer, GPCOG observes all applicable laws and welcomes applicants regardless of race, color, creed, gender, or other protected characteristics.

To support our team, we offer benefits that promote work/life balance, including flexible schedules, remote work options, professional development, and health insurance. If you have a passion for delivering high-quality community planning, shaping regional policies, and helping towns implement meaningful change, we’d love to hear from you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Project and Program Management

• Manage the full lifecycle of approved revolving loans, including documentation, disbursement tracking, compliance, and borrower follow-up.
• Manage document collection and application readiness for GPCOG’s Brownfield program.
• Oversee short-term rental compliance software, manage vendor relationships, and provide direct customer service to member municipalities using the system.
• Assist the Director of Economic and Community Development in managing the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) process while overseeing updates and performance tracking once the process is complete.
• Lead planning and logistics for Economic Development District (EDD) convenings and CEDS Committee meetings.
• Respond to and manage member-specific housing and economic development requests, coordinating technical assistance and reporting.

Planning Support and Deliverables

• Prepare polished presentations, reports, and talking points for the Director of Economic and Community Development and other senior leadership, including pitch decks and project briefings.
• Generate reports using a variety of data tools distilling insights into clear, actionable materials for staff, member communities, and economic development partners.
• Scope and deliver community outreach and engagement activities across housing, broadband, and economic development projects.

Team and Partner Coordination

• Collaborate across GPCOG’s departments, working with economic development, planning, transportation, sustainability, community engagement, communications, and data staff members to ensure consistent, integrated project delivery.
• Provide task support to senior planning and economic development staff, ensuring deliverables meet agency standards and timelines.
• Maintain clear communication with municipal partners, economic development stakeholders, and state and federal agencies on project progress and shared initiatives.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• A strong customer service orientation and ability to build trust with municipal partners, small businesses, and regional stakeholders.
• A background in urban planning, public policy, economic development, or related field.
• At least three (3) years of experience in project management, preferably with demonstrated success in executing grant-funded initiatives.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to prepare professional presentations and translate complex ideas into clear, actionable deliverables.
• Familiarity with economic development, land use policy, housing strategy, and infrastructure planning.
• Proficiency with grant administration, budget tracking, and contract management.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a team-oriented environment.
• A collaborative mindset and a commitment to advancing regional goals around economic resilience, housing affordability, and infrastructure investment.

WHAT TO KNOW

• Driving or access to reliable transportation is needed, as occasional travel and extended hours are required, including occasional nights and weekends for events and conferences.
• GPCOG offers competitive benefits, professional development, a flexible hybrid work environment, and an annual salary in the fifties for the right well-qualified candidate.
• Work hours and schedule may be flexible, up to 40 hours per week.

WHAT TO DO NOW

• Go to https://tinyurl.com/mvxs7rrk to provide your contact information, then:
  • Upload your cover letter telling us why you want to join GPCOG’s team as a Community Development Project Manager.
  • Upload your résumé, highlighting your education, relevant experience, and skills.
• Submit all required materials no later than August 3, 2025.
• All applications must be submitted using this application portal to be considered.

MORE TO KNOW

GPCOG operates as the federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (PACTS), the regional Economic Development District, and the state-recognized regional planning agency, serving 25 member municipalities and other communities across the Greater Portland region. As Maine’s economic hub, Greater Portland offers a vibrant and dynamic environment for both living and working.

Visit us at www.gpcog.org