Development Analyst

The Development Analyst will play a key role in supporting the evaluation, underwriting, capitalization, and execution of real estate development projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career real estate professional to gain broad exposure across acquisitions, development, financing, construction, and asset management while working directly with senior leadership on active projects and new investment opportunities. Our client is a privately held real estate investment and development platform with a diversified portfolio spanning multiple asset classes across high-growth markets in the Southeast. Combining investment expertise with operational execution, the organization manages a substantial pipeline of development and investment activity and offers employees the opportunity to work alongside experienced industry professionals in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment. With a collaborative culture and long-term investment approach, the firm provides exposure to all stages of the real estate lifecycle while emphasizing professional growth, accountability, and hands‑on learning. Description The Development Analyst will support development and investment initiatives across a diverse portfolio of projects, contributing to both project execution and investment analysis activities. Assist with the underwriting and evaluation of multifamily, build-to-rent, retail, and mixed-use development opportunities. Support projects throughout the development lifecycle, including due diligence, entitlement, design, permitting, financing, construction, lease-up, stabilization, and disposition activities. Maintain development schedules, budgets, project trackers, action-item logs, and reporting tools to ensure timely execution. Coordinate with consultants, contractors, lenders, legal counsel, government agencies, property managers, and other stakeholders throughout the development process. Perform market research, demographic analysis, comparable property studies, and feasibility assessments to support investment decisions. Assist with debt and equity capitalization efforts, including financing packages, lender requests, investor materials, and construction draw processes. Prepare investment committee presentations, development reports, financial analyses, cash flow models, and internal reporting materials for senior leadership. Profile For the Development Analyst we are seeking: Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, Economics, Accounting, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline. 1-3 years of professional or internship experience within real estate development, acquisitions, investments, private equity, commercial real estate, consulting, or a related field. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel with an understanding of financial modeling, development budgets, discounted cash flow analysis, and real estate investment metrics. Demonstrated analytical, quantitative, research, and problem-solving capabilities. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the confidence to interact across internal teams and external partners. High attention to detail, accountability, initiative, and follow-through. A proactive mindset and desire to build a long-term career within real estate development and investments. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from $80,000 to $110,000 annually. Opportunity to join a growing and well-capitalized real estate investment and development platform. Exposure to the full development and investment lifecycle across multiple asset classes. Direct interaction with senior leadership and decision-makers. The Development Analyst will play a key role in supporting the evaluation, underwriting, capitalization, and execution of real estate development projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career real estate professional to gain broad exposure across acquisitions, development, financing, construction, and asset management while working directly with senior leadership on active projects and new investment opportunities. Our client is a privately held real estate investment and development platform with a diversified portfolio spanning multiple asset classes across high-growth markets in the Southeast. Combining investment expertise with operational execution, the organization manages a substantial pipeline of development and investment activity and offers employees the opportunity to work alongside experienced industry professionals in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment. With a collaborative culture and long-term investment approach, the firm provides exposure to all stages of the real estate lifecycle while emphasizing professional growth, accountability, and hands‑on learning. Description The Development Analyst will support development and investment initiatives across a diverse portfolio of projects, contributing to both project execution and investment analysis activities. Assist with the underwriting and evaluation of multifamily, build-to-rent, retail, and mixed-use development opportunities. Support projects throughout the development lifecycle, including due diligence, entitlement, design, permitting, financing, construction, lease-up, stabilization, and disposition activities. Maintain development schedules, budgets, project trackers, action-item logs, and reporting tools to ensure timely execution. Coordinate with consultants, contractors, lenders, legal counsel, government agencies, property managers, and other stakeholders throughout the development process. Perform market research, demographic analysis, comparable property studies, and feasibility assessments to support investment decisions. Assist with debt and equity capitalization efforts, including financing packages, lender requests, investor materials, and construction draw processes. Prepare investment committee presentations, development reports, financial analyses, cash flow models, and internal reporting materials for senior leadership. Profile For the Development Analyst we are seeking: Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, Economics, Accounting, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline. 1-3 years of professional or internship experience within real estate development, acquisitions, investments, private equity, commercial real estate, consulting, or a related field. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel with an understanding of financial modeling, development budgets, discounted cash flow analysis, and real estate investment metrics. Demonstrated analytical, quantitative, research, and problem-solving capabilities. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the confidence to interact across internal teams and external partners. High attention to detail, accountability, initiative, and follow-through. A proactive mindset and desire to build a long-term career within real estate development and investments. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from $80,000 to $110,000 annually. Opportunity to join a growing and well-capitalized real estate investment and development platform. Exposure to the full development and investment lifecycle across multiple asset classes. Direct interaction with senior leadership and decision-makers. Desired Skills and Experience Real Estate Development Financial Modeling Microsoft Excel Investment Analysis Project Management Commercial Real Estate Market Research Due Diligence Development Underwriting Cash Flow Analysis Budget Management Capital Markets Debt & Equity Financing Construction Coordination Stakeholder Management MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr