Real Estate Development Associate

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Generous PTO

Flexible work hours

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic remote culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Real Estate Development Associate for a fully remote team. You will source, analyze, and execute development projects, conducting feasibility studies, financial modeling, and market research to drive growth across diverse markets.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field and at least 4 years of development experience, with strong Excel skills and the ability to work remotely with internal and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, Urban Planning, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying and evaluating development sites and investments.
• Perform market analysis including demographic, economic, and competitive research.
• Develop financial models to assess feasibility (pro formas, sensitivity).
• Support due diligence for acquisitions, zoning, entitlements, financing.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors and legal teams.

Skills

Financial modeling

Excel

Analytical thinking

Market research

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate/Finance/Economics/Urban Planning

Tools

Argus

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a motivated and analytically skilled Real Estate Development Associate to join their expanding, fully remote team. This role is integral to the sourcing, analysis, and execution of new real estate development projects across diverse markets. You will conduct feasibility studies, financial modeling, and market research, working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to bring projects from conception to completion. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional eager to make a significant impact in the real estate development sector, leveraging the flexibility and efficiency of a remote-first approach to drive innovation and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying and evaluating potential development sites and investment opportunities.
• Perform detailed market analysis, including demographic, economic, and competitive research.
• Develop comprehensive financial models to assess project feasibility, including pro forma statements and sensitivity analysis.
• Support the due diligence process for acquisitions, zoning, entitlements, and financing.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and legal teams throughout the development lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, Urban Planning, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in real estate development, finance, or acquisitions.
• Strong financial modeling skills using Excel; experience with Argus is a plus.
• Solid understanding of the development process, zoning regulations, and construction principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, well-suited for a remote work environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure based on project success.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work hours.
• Opportunities for professional development and exposure to large-scale projects.
• A dynamic and collaborative remote culture that supports innovation and autonomy.