Development Analyst

Macdonald & Company is exclusively partnering with a leading multifamily real estate developer to appoint a Development Analyst in Houston.

This opportunity offers hands‑on exposure across the full lifecycle of multifamily development, from early‑stage feasibility through stabilization and disposition. The successful candidate will join a well‑capitalized, growth‑oriented platform with a strong regional presence and an active development pipeline.

The role is ideal for an analytical, detail‑oriented professional seeking to build long‑term experience in institutional‑quality real estate development.

The Development Analyst will support the execution of ground‑up and value‑add multifamily projects across multiple stages of development. Working closely with senior leadership, consultants, lenders, and internal teams, this individual will contribute to underwriting, project planning, capital structuring, and asset performance.

The position provides meaningful responsibility and broad exposure early in the role, offering accelerated learning within a collaborative, high‑performing environment.

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to support new development and investment decisions
• Maintain and enhance internal databases related to transactions, pipeline activity, and market trends
• Perform detailed financial modeling and underwriting for prospective and active projects
• Evaluate site conditions, zoning requirements, and development constraints
• Support feasibility analysis and coordinate with third‑party consultants
• Assist with project design review and development planning
• Manage permitting and entitlement processes with relevant authorities
• Participate in construction budgeting, cost analysis, and value engineering reviews
• Assist with the preparation of investment materials for lenders and equity partners
• Coordinate due diligence and closing processes for financing and capital partners
• Monitor construction progress through site visits, reporting, and budget tracking
• Review draw requests and support schedule and cost controls
• Assist with interior finish selections and FF&E coordination as needed
• Support transition from construction to property management
• Contribute to operating performance through rent analysis, budgeting, and expense management
• Assist with asset management initiatives, tax reviews, and insurance coordination
• Support disposition efforts and respond to investor and stakeholder inquiries

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Real Estate, or a related discipline preferred
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience in finance, real estate, development, or investments
• Exposure to real estate capital markets, acquisitions, lending, or development strongly preferred

• Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities, particularly in Excel
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Power Point
• Experience with real estate or property management software platforms is a plus
• Excellent problem‑solving, organizational, and time‑management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Self‑motivated, proactive, and eager to grow within a development environment