Senior Development Associate

Holland Partner Group • Seattle, WA

6d • $125,000 - $150,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Development Associate is responsible for supporting various aspects of the project development process and all facets of project finance in accordance with Holland Partner Group's core values.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance or related field required.
• Minimum four years' experience in real estate, finance, development, or related field.
• Knowledge of the real estate development process.
• Remarkable proficiency in financial analysis.
• Entrepreneurial aptitude combined with a strong work ethic and the desire to learn.
• Ability to read and understand complex legal contracts and financial documents.
• Ability to think critically and creatively, and execute sound judgment.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.
• Skill in both verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of employees while inspiring respect and credibility
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a complex operating environment
• Detail-oriented with the ability to follow directions accurately.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Adobe or Bluebeam.
• Flexibility in days and hours worked.
• Travel and overnight stays
• Ability to lift or move up to 20 pounds.
• Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations.
• Fluency in English both verbally and non-verbally.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in real estate, business, finance, or related field preferred.
• Six months' experience in a related role with Holland may be considered in lieu of one year industry experience.
• Successful completion of a Master of Real Estate Development program or comparable curriculum in an undergraduate program may also be considered in lieu of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the evaluation of the property and its development potential and identify areas of risk in the due diligence and conceptual design phase.
• Manage market evaluation and analysis of demographics, market demand, and competition.
• Coordinate with the project investment team to perform due diligence, assist in the assessing the financial feasibility of projects, and prepare draft budgets.
• Manage the ordering and reviewing of third-party reports to ensure they comply with financial partner requirements as needed.
• Assist in the assembly of financing packages for development deals.
• Assist in the preparation and updates of project business plans to financial partners.
• Assist in preparing and presenting regular project updates to financial partners.
• Prepare project proforma and detailed budgets.
• Prepare RFPs for the consultants (architects, engineers, etc.) and help assemble and manage the A & E team.
• Ensure that documents are complete, accurate, and on time in support of compliance with legal requirements and company policies.
• Prepare consultant agreements as required for signature.
• Assist with the project positioning, branding, and product development including floor plans, specifications, and amenities.
• Manage aspects of the land use entitlement process with applicable government authorities.
• Coordinate project schedules, specifications, and reporting requirements for lenders and partners.
• Ensure that project is on time, on or under budget, and built to highest standard of quality.
• Coordinate and review monthly draw packages with project management and accounting.
• Coordinate with project manager and architect during the document completion and VE process.
• Prepare reports, schedules, presentations, and budget updates as required.
• Coordinate with the retail development team and support them with the leasing of retail or commercial space included within a project.
• Collaborate with Holland Residential to execute an effective lease-up strategy.
• Represent Holland Partner Group in a professional manner at all times.
• Conform to company apparel standards and set a positive example for all employees.
• Perform all other duties as directed and assist the overall team effort in any way possible.

Benefits

• Holland is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, with enrollment eligibility beginning first day of the month following date of hire, that includes health care benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA), income replacement (Long-term Disability) and retirement savings through our 401(k).
• Supplemental benefits are also available (Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Short-term Disability, Commuter FSA) and we are proud to offer our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Tuition Reimbursement.
• We offer Paid Time Off (PTO) and state mandated Paid Sick Leave, paid holidays, the opportunity for our employees to get involved in their communities using Volunteer Time Off (VTO), and a generous Sabbatical after every 5 years of service.
• There are also opportunities to share in the success of the company through our profit share programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees