Senior Analyst - Acquisitions & Development

Hines•Jacksonville, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Analyst will be an integral part of the Hines Sunbelt project teams. Hines’ project teams are responsible for sourcing and managing all new development and acquisition opportunities in their respective markets. The senior analyst will be responsible for providing financial analysis, underwriting new investment opportunities, site analysis, research, analytical support and reporting across all asset classes. The Senior Analyst will also support the project team during design, construction, leasing, and management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Demonstrated interest/knowledge of commercial real estate development
Two or more years of financial modeling/analytical experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software with advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Self-Starter, with aspirations to work in an entrepreneurial capacity
Team-oriented
Analyze real estate and industry trends from a strategic point of view; Analyze and interpret various types of data in order to draw conclusions and solve problems
Perform numerical and financial calculations and analysis
Exchange ideas, information, and opinions with others to formulate policies and programs and/or arrive jointly at decisions, conclusions, or solutions
Possess excellent interpersonal skills
Think creatively and contribute to project success.
Ability to prioritize and manage a variety of tasks within a tight time schedule to meet deadlines
Demonstrate strong initiative and ability to work independently with minimal oversight
Interact with employees, visitors, and business partners with poise and diplomacy
Establish and maintain a cooperative working atmosphere among staff
Ability to leverage technology and internet to perform all job functions at the highest level
Desire to develop a mastery of commercial real estate development, and at times work long hours

Nice To Haves

Multifamily development experience preferred
Previous experience with Argus AE preferred

Responsibilities

Perform financial analysis, modeling and underwriting for acquisition and development opportunities using a combination of Excel and Argus software , including developing proforma cash flows, applying valuations methods and supporting schedules, as well as sensitivity analyses.
Assist with the site and market due diligence process associated with acquisitions and development.
Support the Project team in the pursuit and execution of new development projects by assisting with feasibility analysis, entitlement processes, financing, design, contracting, and construction management.
Provide analytical support to assist with the asset management function of existing properties including market research, leasing, property sales, and administration of investor requirements. Duties may include reviewing sale contracts, leases & property financial statements or determining feasibility of proposed capital projects.
Complete market research– utilizing internal and external data providers and communication with local brokers to compile, maintain and update relevant lease comparables, sale comparables, competitive sets, development pipelines, and general market data.
Compile Investment Committee Memoranda for potential transactions. Content may include maps, investment merit narrative, outlining potential risks/weaknesses, market color, and underwriting support.
Prepare presentation materials and proposals with responsibility for written and graphic requirements.
Participate in Project team meetings and update relevant deal information each week (status updates, underwriting and supporting documents).