Senior Consultant, Historic Tax Credits

About the role

Ryan is hiring a Senior Consultant, Historic Tax Credits in Houston. Working with managers and other senior staff, the consultant advises historic building owners, architects, engineers and contractors, as well as federal, state and local regulators, on how to obtain Historic Preservation Certification and on the availability of federal and other jurisdictional tax credits. The position is hybrid, with about three days per week in the office for site visits and client meetings.

Key responsibilities

• Advise owners and professionals on historic preservation certification and the availability of federal and other tax credits.
• Provide technical preservation expertise and expert documentation to all levels of the process, acting as a client-facing partner with regulators.
• Work with project design teams to approve work needed to meet preservation standards.
• Review compliance with state and federal regulations to ensure projects meet the SOI Standards.
• Oversee the completion of regulatory filings and amendments.
• Act as a public-facing representative of Ryan and build relationships with contractors, owners and regulators.
• Lead a project team and supervise consultants; perform other duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in History, Architectural History, Historical Preservation or an equivalent field (strong writing and research skills).
• At least four years of experience with historic tax credit application projects.
• Preferred: experience in comparable federal, state or local preservation programs.
• Valid driver's license required.

Required skills

• Technical proficiency in the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, especially InDesign, for laying up photos, creating maps and photo keys.
• Ability to read architectural plans and conduct research online and in archives.
• Strong organization, attention to detail and ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

What we offer

• Hybrid work options.
• 14 weeks of 100% paid leave for new parents (adoption included).
• Monthly gym membership or equipment reimbursement, with benefits eligibility effective day one.
• 401K with employer match and tuition reimbursement after one year of service.
• Fertility assistance program and a four-week company-paid sabbatical after five years of service.