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Skanska Development Associate in Houston, Texas
Skanska is searching for a dynamic Development Associate. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to share our culture of diversity and inclusion.
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The Development Associate is an early-career real estate professional responsible for supporting and assisting in the management of all phases of multifamily development projects from initial concept through construction completion, lease-up, and sale. Prior multifamily experience (development, investment, disposition, lending, property management, etc.) is required. The role involves hands-on involvement in projects from construction through stabilization, contributing to execution while ensuring financial, design, quality, and schedule objectives are met, with a strong commitment to delivering distinctive, high-quality projects.
This position requires a solid understanding of the full development process, including market research and feasibility analysis, financial modeling, budgeting, design coordination, construction oversight, and lease-up execution, with familiarity with multifamily and retail property management and leasing considered a plus. The Development Associate supports the Development Director as the owner’s representative during construction, assisting with the coordination of architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and vendors, while maintaining compliance with budget, schedule, and quality standards.
As a key team member, the Development Associate assists in coordinating multidisciplinary internal and external stakeholders, including property management, leasing, marketing teams, and the internal general contractor, to deliver high-quality multifamily and mixed-use projects in urban infill locations. The role also includes supporting contract negotiations, preparing detailed financial models and project reports, monitoring project performance, and contributing to strategies to support project success and maximize returns. A strong aptitude for negotiation, relationship management, and a willingness to learn and take on increasing responsibility are essential to success in this role.
Development Associate Required Qualifications:
3+ years of experience in real estate (development, investment, disposition, lending, property management, etc.), with a focus on multifamily projects
3+ years of experience with design coordination and construction management
3+ years of experience reading and interpreting architectural drawings, contracts, and regulatory documents
3+ years of experience with Microsoft Excel and/or financial modeling software
Bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred) in real estate, finance, construction management, architecture, engineering, or related field, or other relevant specialization or 8 years equivalent experience plus minimum 3 years prior relevant experience
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