Residential Real Estate Analyst

Alexander Chapman; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander Chapman in Maryland seeks a Financial Analyst to join its residential development finance team. The role supports underwriting and evaluation of development opportunities, collaborating with senior finance, investment, and development staff to drive sound investment decisions.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical abilities and financial modeling skills, with experience in real estate investments, development projects, or related financial analysis, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of relevant experience in real estate finance or investments.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and underwriting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain financial models to evaluate residential development opportunities
• Conduct financial analysis, underwriting, and investment analysis for prospective projects
• Analyze project assumptions, returns, cash flows, and overall financial performance
• Support the evaluation of acquisitions, development opportunities, and investment decisions
• Prepare financial reports, presentations, and analysis for senior management
• Work closely with investment and development teams to assess project feasibility and performance
• Conduct market and financial research to support investment decisions
• Assist with ongoing analysis of existing development projects and portfolios

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modeling

Real estate investment analysis

Excel proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are working with a leading residential infrastructure and development firm seeking a Financial Analyst to join their team in Maryland. This position will support the financial evaluation and underwriting of residential development opportunities, working closely with senior members of the finance, investment, and development teams.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with experience evaluating real estate investments, development projects, or other complex financial opportunities

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain financial models to evaluate residential development opportunities
• Conduct financial analysis, underwriting, and investment analysis for prospective projects
• Analyze project assumptions, returns, cash flows, and overall financial performance
• Support the evaluation of acquisitions, development opportunities, and investment decisions
• Prepare financial reports, presentations, and analysis for senior management
• Work closely with investment and development teams to assess project feasibility and performance
• Conduct market and financial research to support investment decisions
• Assist with ongoing analysis of existing development projects and portfolios

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of relevant experience in real estate, finance, investment, development, or a related field
• Experience with financial modeling and underwriting
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

This is a strong opportunity for a real estate finance professional looking to take on greater responsibility and gain exposure to residential development and investment activities within an established platform.