Investment Associate

Dalfen Industrial; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Dalfen Industrial is seeking an Investment Associate to join its Central regional investment team in Dallas, TX. The role focuses on sourcing, underwriting, and leasing industrial real estate investments within assigned markets and reports to the Regional SVP.

Responsibilities include building broker relationships, performing market analysis, conducting due diligence, and preparing property and market reports for senior management and the Investment Committee.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and/or leasing experience.
• Strong understanding of industrial leases, purchase and sale agreements, and real estate documentation.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and MS Office; Argus experience required.
• Ability to underwrite, analyze market data, and perform due diligence under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Identify and source target properties meeting the firm’s acquisition criteria.
• Build and maintain relationships with brokers and market participants.
• Develop knowledge of assigned markets, including supply/demand trends and rental rates.
• Conduct market and asset-level analysis to evaluate opportunities.
• Lead due diligence on assets under contract and prepare underwriting materials.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Financial modeling

Negotiation

Communication skills

Market analysis

Due diligence

Self-motivation

Real estate fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Postgraduate degree preferred

Tools

MS Excel

Argus

Job description

Dalfen Industrial is looking for an Investment Associate to join its Central regional investment's team based in Dallas, TX. This role will focus on sourcing, underwriting, and leasing industrial real estate investments within assigned markets and will report directly to the Regional SVP.

Position Responsibilities

• Identify and source target properties that meet the firm’s specified acquisition criteria.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers and key market participants.
• Develop in-depth knowledge of assigned markets, including supply/demand trends, rental rates, and competitive positioning.
• Conduct market and asset-level analysis to evaluate investment and leasing opportunities.
• Support and lead due diligence efforts for assets under contract.
• Partner with Analysts to compile and review underwriting materials.
• Build and update DCF models as needed (initial underwriting and material changes).
• Prepare and present property- and market-specific reports to senior management and the Investment Committee.
• Draft, negotiate, and execute lease proposals and leases, making appropriate recommendations to senior management.
• Perform economic analysis of lease transactions to ensure consistency with budget and pro forma assumptions.
• Review and approve capital improvement plans and operating budgets.

Skills & Experience

• Undergraduate degree from a top-tier accredited institution; postgraduate degree considered an asset.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in commercial real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and/or leasing.
• Strong understanding of industrial leases, purchase and sale agreements, and general real estate legal documentation.
• Deep knowledge of real estate fundamentals, sourcing, and underwriting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
• Experience with Argus required.
• Industrial brokerage experience and/or established brokerage relationships considered a strong asset.
• Highly motivated self-starter with strong work ethic.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines in a demanding environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Real estate-related coursework or professional experience preferred.

Company Overview

Dalfen Industrial is one of the largest private equity owner, operators, and developers of industrial real estate, with $5.3 billion in assets under management. The firm has raised multiple private equity funds and currently manages more than 74 million square feet of industrial real estate. Dalfen is vertically integrated across nine offices, offering a challenging, fast-paced work environment.

Visit www.dalfen.com for more information.