Senior Analyst – Development & Acquisitions

Hines•Austin, TX

About The Position

The Senior Analyst will be an integral part of the Hines team across Texas, supporting the Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston project teams. The 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 underwriting new investment opportunities, site analysis, market research, 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 and related experience considered in lieu of post undergraduate studies from an accredited institution.
Demonstrated interest/knowledge of commercial real estate development.
Two or more years of financial modeling/analytical experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint, and Word.
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.
Ability to prioritize and manage a variety of tasks within a tight time schedule.
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.

Nice To Haves

Multifamily development experience preferred.
Previous experience with Argus AE preferred.

Responsibilities

Underwrite acquisition and development investment opportunities using Excel and Argus software using complex financial modeling techniques, including developing proforma cash flows and supporting schedules, as well as sensitivity analyses.
Assist with due diligence process associated with acquisitions and development pursuits as needed.
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.
Complete market research – through third-party data providers and communication with local brokers – to compile 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 ad hoc presentation materials and proposals with responsibility for written and graphic requirements.
Participate in weekly Project team meetings and help update relevant deal information each week (status updates, underwriting and supporting documents).