Job Family:
Capital Projects & Infrastructure Consulting
Travel Required:
Up to 50%
Clearance Required:
None
What You Will Do:
Guidehouse works with state and local housing agencies, public housing authorities, and other mission‑driven clients to design, implement, and improve affordable housing programs. As a Consultant, you will support client engagements focused on housing finance, program design, policy implementation, and operational improvement.
You will work as part of a project team and contribute to high‑impact client work, including:
- Supporting affordable housing finance and program implementation engagements for public‑sector clients.
- Evaluating affordable housing development proposals, including 4% and 9% LIHTC projects.
- Developing and analyzing project budgets, sources and uses, and financial pro formas.
- Conducting feasibility analyses, benefit‑cost analyses, and subsidy layering reviews.
- Assisting with project due diligence, including review of development, financing, land use, and regulatory documentation.
- Supporting client use of HOME, CDBG, ARPA, and other public funding sources.
- Researching and interpreting HUD regulations (24 CFR), QAPs, and program guidance.
- Developing supporting deliverables such as memos, reports, tools, templates, Standard Operating Procedures, and presentations.
- Conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis and synthesizing findings into clear, client‑ready outputs.
- Supporting stakeholder engagement activities, including interviews, workshops, and coordination with partner agencies.
- Managing assigned tasks, timelines, and deliverables in coordination with project leadership.
What You Will Need:
- No sponsorship is available for this position
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
- ONE (1+) years of experience in affordable housing finance, housing policy, public‑sector consulting, government, nonprofit or mission‑driven organizations
- Experience supporting affordable housing development, finance or program implementation projects
- Experience developing or analyzing project budgets, financial models or pro formas
- Familiarity with LIHTC, HOME, CDBG and/or other housing and community development funding sources
- Working knowledge of HUD multifamily programs and relevant federal regulations
- Strong Excel skills (including pivot tables and lookup functions)
- Strong analytical and research skills with attention to detail
- Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a consulting environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
What Would Be Nice To Have:
- Preference will be given to applicants who reside within a 50-mile radius of a Guidehouse office
- Master’s degree in a related field
- HOME Compliance Specialist (HCS) or similar certification
- Experience with housing‑related data analysis, monitoring, or evaluation
- Exposure to syndication, underwriting, or housing finance software systems
- Experience with GIS platforms, such as ArcGIS, and data visualization tools such as Power BI
The annual salary range for this position is $74,000.00-$124,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
