The Howard Hughes name is synonymous with an unrelenting passion for excellence. While his achievements in aviation and the silver screen are legendary, it was his investments in real estate that formed the foundation of our company. With passion, determination, and limitless imagination, he built one of the great American empires of the 20th century. At Howard Hughes, we live by our purpose to help people discover new ways of experiencing life - because it's not just buildings and places that matter, it's what you do with them that can change the way people live.
We aspire to be the most creatively driven real estate company in the world and we believe in fostering a culture that is built to last by cultivating curiosity and empowering every employee to find their story in this great organization.
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Dedicated to innovative placemaking, Howard Hughes owns, manages, and develops award-winning master planned communities, as well as operating properties and development opportunities including: Downtown Columbia®, Maryland; The Woodlands®, The Woodlands Hills®, and Bridgeland® in the Greater Houston, Texas area; Summerlin®, Las Vegas; Teravalis, Phoenix and Ward Village® in Honolulu, Hawaii.
About The Role
We are seeking a Senior Real Estate Analyst to join our Development team in the Columbia, MD office. Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Development, this role will provide critical financial and market analysis to support the planning, evaluation, and execution of real estate development projects. The ideal candidate will be a proactive self-starter with strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of real estate development processes, and the ability to effectively communicate insights to guide strategic decision-making. Excellent quantitative abilities, investment writing and presentation preparation skills, a strong academic record, and a genuine passion for real estate development are essential.
What You Will Do
- Project Analysis: Evaluate and analyze potential development projects, including site feasibility, market conditions, and financial viability. Prepare detailed financial models and projections to support project decisions.
- Market Research: Conduct thorough market research to assess demand, competitive landscape, and economic trends. Provide insights into market opportunities and risks for potential development sites.
- Financial Modeling: Develop and maintain detailed and accurate financial models for office, medical-office, multifamily, retail, mixed-use, and horizontal real estate projects. Project cash flows, investment returns, and project profitability, and perform sensitivity analyses to evaluate the impact of various scenarios on project outcomes.
- Reporting: Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders, including project summaries, financial analyses, and market research findings. Clearly and effectively communicate complex data. Review and summarize leases, and conduct lease analyses, including Net Effective Rent (NER), development agreements, contracts, and Letters of Intent (LOIs).
- Due Diligence: Assist with due diligence processes, including reviewing property records, zoning regulations, environmental assessments, and financial statements. Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with development projects.
- Collaboration: Work closely with development managers, architects, engineers, and other team members to support project planning and execution. Coordinate with external consultants and partners as needed.
About You
- Bachelor's degree in business, real estate, or a finance related field required.
- 3-5 years of experience in commercial real estate.
- Demonstrates strong quantitative and analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Advanced knowledge of Excel and ARGUS, including the capability to create and update complex financial models.
- Exceptional skills in presenting investment information through written memos, presentations, and email. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate analysis results to senior team members and construct persuasive arguments to support findings.
- Proven commitment to meeting deadlines and performing well under pressure.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex data and analysis.
This job description is not meant to be an "all-inclusive" list of the duties and responsibilities of this job. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned. Howard Hughes reserves the right to change or modify job duties as necessary based on business necessity.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Howard Hughes Holdings, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, HHH will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, HHH explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Howard Hughes Holdings, Inc.