Multifamily Development Associate

Macdonald & Company are partnered with a national multifamily developer, who boast a robust ground-up pipeline of projects across the Western U.S. to appoint a talented Development Associate to work across a variety of projects.About the RoleThe Multifamily Development Associate will support the execution of multifamily development projects from early-stage underwriting through pre-construction. This role sits at the intersection of investments and development, with a strong emphasis on financial analysis, due diligence, and investment committee materials, alongside hands-on involvement in the entitlement and pre-development process.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and support underwriting for new development opportunities, including financial modeling, sensitivity analysis, and deal evaluationPrepare investment committee materials, including detailed memos and supporting analysisConduct and coordinate due diligence efforts across acquisitions and pre-development phasesAssist in managing zoning, entitlements, permitting, and utility coordinationTrack key milestones, deadlines, and deliverables across the pre-development lifecycleCoordinate third-party consultants and maintain project calendarsPrepare and update internal development reporting packagesSupport and help guide junior team members, including Development AnalystsEnsure seamless handoff of project information to construction, asset management, and operations teams