Development Associate

Fore Property Company is a full service, national real estate company that develops, builds and manages residential multifamily housing. We are currently seeking a Development Associate for our Ocoee, FL office.

The Development associate will support the development team with managing multiple phases of the real estate development process (e.g., site selection, due diligence, financial analysis, budgeting, contract negotiation, site acquisition, investment package creation, permit processing, and general contractor management).

Responsibilities include:

• Perform market research, demographic studies, apartment database reviews, and competitive analysis.
• Coordinate and participate in multi-functional teams to analyze existing market conditions, unit mix, property and unit amenities and features, rental rates, and operational expenses at given properties.
• Develop a matrix of key competitors including property locations, specific amenities, and pricing in strategic markets and submarkets.
• Participate in the preparation of pre-development budgets and schedules for proposed projects from the initial phases including land contract negotiation, entitlements, and building permit approvals to the commencement of construction.
• Research all relevant financial assumptions for underwriting including items such as all permitting fees, impact fees, taxes, etc. Creation of financial models and due diligence efforts for JV partners and lenders.
• Assist the Development Team in preparing and presenting investment packages.
• Participate in consultant meetings through pre-development and development stages.
• Participate in meetings with municipalities, neighborhood groups, design teams, and public hearings throughout the entitlement process.
• Assist in managing projects under construction to ensure adherence to development policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• 1+ years’ experience in multifamily development strongly preferred
• Work experience and knowledge of Florida markets strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Real Estate, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or Building Construction Management preferred
• Must be a self-starter, highly motivated, and goal-oriented

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective organizational, prioritization, and time management skills
• Flexible and able to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
• Accurate, detail oriented, dependable, and punctual
• Advanced MS Office Suite skills

• Strong computer and Internet skills
• Knowledge of construction processes
• Ability and willingness to travel to various locations in Florida as required

Fore Property Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers an extremely competitive salary package which includes excellent base salary, 401(k) with company match, Medical/Dental/Vision, 2 weeks’ vacation, sick days, 10 paid holidays per year.

FPC is a drug free workplace. All candidates must undergo a drug test and background check including DMV and criminal records.