Senior Associate, Investment Strategy

About Us Homebound is on a mission to make it possible for anyone, anywhere, to build a home using technology. Created by an experienced team of construction, real estate, design, and technology experts, Homebound is transforming the residential construction industry by improving the costly and inefficient process of building a home. We’ve created an entirely new way to build homes with technology powering every stage from start to finish to provide a seamless experience for our customers. Homeowners across the country can choose where they want to live, select a home plan that’s perfect for them, then personalize and buy it, all online. Homebound has raised $150M in capital from leading venture capitalists like Google, Khosla, Thrive Ventures, and we’re scaling quickly in places like Texas, Colorado and Florida. Come build your future with us. About the Role We are seeking a Senior Associate to join Homebound’s Investment Strategy team, focused on driving the growth and execution of our infill spec development program (BOOL). This role is responsible for helping define and deliver Homebound’s 8+ quarter infill growth plan across existing and new markets. The position sits at the center of acquisitions, home product, and operations, and is accountable for translating growth targets into clear market‑level plans and ensuring those plans are executed. This is not a pure analytics or research role. It is a strategy‑to‑execution role requiring strong project management, cross‑functional coordination, and the ability to drive outcomes in ambiguous, fast‑moving environments. What You’ll Do Infill Growth Strategy & Planning Co‑own the development and maintenance of Homebound’s 8+ quarter infill growth plan, including lot acquisition targets, market expansion priorities, and sequencing Translate goals into market‑by‑market action plans across existing and new geographies Identify key constraints to growth (pricing, home product, operational bottlenecks) and define clear initiatives to address them Partner with leadership to refine and evolve the infill BOOL strategy over time Market Execution & Performance Management Track performance against infill acquisition targets at the market and submarket level; identify gaps and implement corrective actions Work closely with Acquisitions to improve lot sourcing outcomes, including market focus, pricing strategy, and broker engagement Support in‑quarter troubleshooting to resolve issues impacting volume, pricing, or conversion Help define and adjust market‑level strategies (neighborhood focus, product mix, price points) to improve performance Cross‑Functional Program Management Drive coordination across Acquisitions, Architecture, Preconstruction, Product, and Construction Operations to ensure markets are set up to scale Own key workstreams required to launch and ramp new infill markets Act as the connective tissue between teams to ensure alignment and execution against the infill plan Market Expansion (Selective) Support evaluation and planning for new infill markets as part of the broader growth roadmap Define initial market approach, including target neighborhoods, product strategy, and ramp plan Ensure new markets are operationally and strategically positioned to meet acquisition targets Who You Are You have 5+ years of experience in consulting, strategy & operations, or a highly analytical role with significant execution responsibility You have experience owning complex, cross‑functional projects and driving them from planning through execution You are organized and can manage multiple workstreams while maintaining attention to detail, while also being comfortable operating in ambiguous environments and can quickly move from problem identification to action You are effective at influencing cross‑functional stakeholders without direct authority You communicate clearly and concisely, both in writing and in presentations to senior audiences You have familiarity with real estate, marketplaces, or supply‑constrained businesses You have a strong interest in residential real estate development and housing markets Our Commitment We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you’re excited about this role, but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply. To apply, please submit an application with your resume on the Career’s page. Homebound is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local law. Homebound considers all qualified applicants in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Our Compensation Philosophy Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Please note that the salary range displayed on each job posting may vary by state. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter will share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that each job posting includes a general description of any other compensation offered for the position in addition to the salary range displayed on the job posting. You can find information about our benefits here. Compensation Range: $105,000 – $135,000 #J-18808-Ljbffr Homebound