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Associate Developer – Real Estate Development

About the Role

As an Associate Developer, you’ll gain hands-on experience in all aspects of multi-faceted real estate development projects—both market-rate and affordable housing—from inception through construction completion and lease-up. You’ll provide critical support to Developers, Senior Developers, and Regional Vice Presidents while coordinating with a wide range of external partners, including financiers, architects, engineers, and contractors.

This role requires strong financial and organizational skills, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform financial modeling and feasibility analysis for proposed projects

Assist in drafting, editing, and assembling RFPs, RFQs, and funding applications

Support relationship-building with municipalities and public / private partners

Prepare professional PowerPoint presentations for investors, municipalities, and community groups

Coordinate the land-development approval process and legal documentation

Work with architects, engineers, and contractors to keep projects on track

Help develop project schedules, budgets, and proformas

Support lease-up coordination for completed developments

Maintain calendars and logistics for development team meetings

Ensure all work is accurate, timely, and compliant with company policies

Performance Expectations

Deliver accurate, high-quality work products (RFPs, proformas, funding applications, draw packages, etc.) on time

Demonstrate strong financial acumen through budget and proforma development

Keep projects organized, on-schedule, and within budget

Qualifications

BA / BS in Finance, Real Estate, Business, or related field required

Master’s degree or 3+ years of relevant work experience preferred

Strong knowledge of real estate development (market-rate and affordable)

Experience with Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and affordable housing funding applications a plus

Advanced skills in Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills

Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and organizational skills

Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and thrive under pressure

Valid driver’s license, insured vehicle, and willingness to travel as needed

Working Conditions

Flexible hours and travel (air and auto) required

Work may include visits to properties in transitional neighborhoods

Ability to climb stairs, use elevators, bend, squat, and reach overhead as needed