Development Analyst in Gainesville, FL

The Collier Companies•Gainesville, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Collier Companies is seeking an on-site Development Analyst based at its Florida Home Office in Gainesville, Florida. The role supports execution of the development pipeline by analyzing development and acquisition opportunities, preparing project- and portfolio-level financial analyses, forecasting project budgets, tracking market research, and maintaining development models throughout each project's life cycle. The analyst reports directly to the Executive Vice President of Development and interacts with and presents to the Senior Leadership team. The Collier Companies describes itself as a fast-growing, privately owned company with a professional attitude and strong team spirit. It emphasizes training, recognizing employee achievements, internal promotion, collaboration, ongoing learning, and personal and professional growth. The company has operated since the 1970s, owns and manages more than 12,000 apartment homes, and is pacing more than 1,000 new apartment-home construction starts annually. Background checks and a candidate assessment are required steps in the hiring process.

Requirements

Strong quantitative skills and proficiency with MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Strong time-management skills and the ability to manage multiple time-sensitive deadlines.
Complex thinker with strong intellectual curiosity.
Keen attention to detail and high energy.
Drive and suitability for an entrepreneurial culture that places a premium on performance.
Team player who can also work independently as a self-starter with limited direction.
Excellent written, verbal, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with and support the Executive Vice President of Development and development team in evaluating new multifamily development opportunities.
Prepare pro forma models and financial projections for potential development projects, including underwriting rents, operating expenses, cash flows, and project costs.
Prepare narrative development memoranda, detailed reports, and market summaries that provide insights on proposed acquisitions.
Assist in gathering due diligence reports and materials for development opportunities.
Prepare sensitivity analyses for acquisition, financing, and stabilization for each new multifamily development.
Prepare presentation materials on development opportunities for the Senior Leadership team.
Analyze and monitor property financial performance through financial modeling and benchmarking to budget.
Analyze overall markets and monitor industry trends.
Maintain market data and establish target-market databases covering existing apartment communities, rental comparisons, comparable land sales, demographic data, and new development data.

Benefits

401(k) match of 100% of the employee's contribution up to 10% of gross income.
Up to 24 days off during the first year, with annual increases.
Stylish company-logo attire provided.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Group and supplemental life insurance policy options.
Healthcare reimbursement account.
Legal services insurance.
Career growth opportunities.
Industry education opportunities.
Training, book clubs, and mentorship supporting professional and personal growth.