DALIAN DEVELOPMENT - Development Associate

CloudHQ • Washington, DC

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About The Position

Dalian Development is building a national portfolio of long-term hold multifamily and mixed-use assets, and we’re seeking a Development Associate who can combine rigorous underwriting skills with active involvement throughout design, entitlement, construction, and lease-up. In this role, you’ll work directly with senior leadership and contribute across the full development lifecycle. You will not be confined to financial analysis; you’ll also engage in on-the-ground coordination, problem-solving, and project execution. With active projects under construction and a robust slate of predevelopment opportunities, this role offers significant growth potential as Dalian accelerates national expansion.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience; 5+ years preferred
• Proven ability to build complex Excel financial models from scratch
• Strong analytical skills with an interest in applying them to real-world project execution
• Solid understanding of real estate finance, capital structures, and development fundamentals
• Strong written and visual communication skills (PowerPoint, memos, presentations)
• Willingness to travel 15%+
• Self-starter comfortable in an entrepreneurial, hands-on environment

Nice To Haves

• Financial Certifications such as CFA or ARGUS Enterprise
• Industry involvement (ULI, NAIOP, NMHC, etc.)
• Advanced Excel proficiency

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain pro formas and financial models for multifamily and mixed-use projects
• Conduct feasibility analyses, sensitivities, and return projections to support investment decisions
• Support coordination of architects, engineers, contractors, designers, zoning consultants, and property management partners
• Track project schedules, budgets, and key milestones; prepare regular variance analyses and recommendations
• Assist with entitlements and permitting across multiple jurisdictions
• Support full lifecycle activities including feasibility, financing, design, construction, and lease-up
• Prepare budget approval memos and project updates for senior management and investors
• Coordinate due diligence (title, survey, environmental, geotechnical, zoning analysis, market studies)
• Assist with financing activities including loan/equity documentation, draw requests, and lender reporting

Benefits

• competitive compensation and rewarding incentives
• comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability)
• 401(k) with match
• 12 paid holidays
• generous PTO
• development opportunities
• the ability to closely impact and contribute to the growth of an exceptional organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees