VP - Multifamily Acquisitions (Austin)

Macdonald & Company is exclusively partnered with a thriving Austin-based developer and investor that is expanding its platform through the launch of a dedicated Multifamily Acquisitions vertical.

This is a rare opportunity to join a high-growth, vertically integrated real estate firm at a pivotal stage of expansion. The successful candidate will lead sourcing, underwriting, and execution efforts across Texas and the broader Sunbelt, while helping to shape strategy, build internal processes, and foster a collaborative culture within a newly formed business unit.

The Vice President of Multifamily Acquisitions will play a key leadership role in defining and executing the company's acquisition strategy and driving the next phase of the firm's multifamily growth.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead the origination, underwriting, and execution of multifamily acquisition opportunities.
• Proactively source, evaluate, and manage a robust pipeline of deals across target markets.
• Partner with company leadership to refine and execute the multifamily acquisition strategy, including :
• Defining the acquisition Buy Box.
• Identifying suitable deal profiles for potential equity partners.
• Aligning on capital structure and debt strategies.
• Oversee all aspects of due diligence financial analysis, market research, cash flow modeling, and valuation to support investment recommendations and presentations to the Investment Committee and capital partners.
• Manage the transaction process through due diligence and closing, coordinating among sellers, JV partners, legal counsel, contractors, and internal teams to ensure a seamless process.
• Collaborate with internal departments including Interior Design, Capital Markets, Asset Management, Construction, and Marketing to craft and execute business plans for each acquisition.
• Travel to target markets for property tours, meetings with owners and brokers, and participation in industry events and conferences.
• Stay current on market trends, deal flow, and competitor activity through ongoing research and networking.
• Support company leadership in fostering a positive, entrepreneurial, and high-performing culture as the firm scales its multifamily platform.
• Manage, mentor, and train team members on financial modeling, market research, and other acquisition-related functions.
• Represent the company professionally at industry, civic, and public events.
• Maintain the confidentiality of proprietary and sensitive information.
• Bring a collaborative, team-first approach to everything you do.

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