Development Associate

About the role

Greystar is seeking a Development Associate to support the day‑to‑day management of development projects from design through construction. The role works closely with consultants, equity partners, lenders, and internal asset management teams to ensure projects progress on schedule and within budget.

Key responsibilities

• Evaluate and prepare financial analyses, including detailed pro‑forma and financial models for development opportunities.
• Conduct market data analysis and draft investment memoranda, reports, and market summaries.
• Coordinate consultant engagement, oversee design work, and manage permitting processes.
• Lead due‑diligence activities for sites under contract, documenting findings that affect financial performance.
• Review and resolve title, survey, and plan issues; manage utility location coordination.
• Track project timelines, budgets, and status reports, communicating risks to stakeholders.
• Prepare updates for equity partners, lenders, and finance teams.

Required profile

• Experience managing real‑estate development projects or similar construction‑focused initiatives.
• Strong analytical abilities with a focus on financial modeling and market analysis.
• Ability to coordinate multiple consultants and stakeholders, including equity partners and lenders.
• Attention to detail in reviewing title, survey, and permitting documentation.

Required skills

• Financial modeling
• Market data analysis