Guild Mortgage Company, closing loans and opening doors since 1960. As a mortgage banking firm we are dedicated to serving the home owner/buyer. Our goal is to provide affordable home financing for our customers, utilizing the best terms available while providing a level of professionalism and service unsurpassed in the lending industry.

Position Summary

The Manager, Construction Lending will interact daily with Construction Lending Department staff including, but not limited to, Processors, Construction Coaches, Certified Loan Officers, and Loan Officer Assistants. Assist in the enforcement of RMS Construction procedures, conduct Construction Lending training for Loan Officers, Operations staff and Underwriters, and make recommendations for improvements to workflow of the Construction Lending Department related to the processing, collateral, transactional loan structure and closing procedures and practices.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Working knowledge of Conforming & Jumbo Conventional and FHA (203k) Loan Products, construction lending and UW Guidelines
• Prior management, training, teaching and mentoring experience
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding, customer-focused environment
• Able to handle multiple priorities at one time, meet tight deadlines and monitor risk
• Excellent organizational, telephone, and computer skills
• Knowledge of real estate and regulatory compliance regulations
• Strong customer service skills and willingness to satisfy the customer needs
• Manage overall Construction department
• Interact with the Construction Coaches relative to project approvals and Builder acceptance
• Coordinate project status and pipeline
• Review all initial transactions with certified LO’s prior to submission of the file to operations for processing, underwriting, and project approval
• Monitor and manage the timely completion of Construction loan projects
• Initiate contact with Borrower and Builder on poor performing/stalled progress construction loans, identify probable cause and suggest/coordinate a resolution
• Accompany Certified Loan Officers on sales calls to Builders, Remodelers, and Real Estate agents to assist in explaining new Construction or Renovation loan programs or products
• Assist in the development of marketing materials and marketing strategies for Construction Loan products/programs
• Evaluation and election of third-party vendors providing Construction loan services (settlement agents, property inspection networks, etc.)
• Assist with the recruitment of Loan Officers with documented experience, knowledge and track record in origination of Construction loans
• Other job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Education Level Details
Bachelors Degree directly related to the position or equivalent, required in business management, business administration, accounting or finance required or equivalent work experience.

Experience

Years of Experience Details
Minimum five years experience in residential construction lending and construction project management preferred.

Additional Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Conforming & Jumbo Conventional and FHA (203k) Loan Products, construction lending and UW Guidelines
• Prior management, training, teaching and mentoring experience
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding, customer-focused environment
• Able to handle multiple priorities at one time, meet tight deadlines and monitor risk
• Excellent organizational, telephone, and computer skills
• Knowledge of real estate and regulatory compliance regulations
• Strong customer service skills and willingness to satisfy the customer needs

Company Required Skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented; ability to work in a fast-paced, metrics-driven environment required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, Wiki, collaborative cloud-based programs, and third-party software applications required.
• Commitment to company values.
• Customer Service - Proactive attention to each person
• Integrity - Do and say what's right
• Respect - Treat others with dignity
• Collaboration - Listen and work together
• Learning - Seek knowledge and strive for improvement
• Excellence – Deliver the unexpected

Physical Demands

Work is primarily sedentary; mobility in an office setting.

Manual Dexterity
Manual Dexterity Details
Ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards

Audio/Visual
Ability to accurately interpret sounds and associated meanings at a volume consistent with interpersonal conversation.
Regularly required to accurately perceive, distinguish and interpret information received visually and through audio; e.g., words, numbers and other data broadcasted aloud/viewed on a screen, as well as print and other media.

Environmental
Environment Details
Office environment – moderate noise, no substantial exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

Authority Level
Job Scope: Manages a single program, work unit, small department, or multiple program segments
Complexity: General precedents may exist for most problems; conducts independent research/analysis to identify the appropriate approach
Impact: Decisions and actions have a direct impact on the outcomes of the department, projects, and programs
Interaction/Supervision: Supervises one or more staff members within the same or similar areas; may contribute to hiring, termination, and pay decisions

Guild offers a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation and excellent benefits package; including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, LTD and 401(k) with employer match.

Guild Mortgage Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Target Salary Range: $135,000.00 - $150,000.00

Compensation at Guild is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to local and federal minimum wage requirements, education, level of experience, and applicant’s geographical location.