Real Estate Development & Land Use Analyst

Real Estate Development & Land Use Analyst (Deal Exposure | Growth Track)

Location: Glendale, CA
Schedule: Part-Time | Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Compensation

$18.00/hour (W-2)
Quarterly performance bonuses
Annual bonus opportunity
Target total compensation equivalent to $22–$26/hour based on performance
Fast-track opportunity to full-time + increased compensation

About the Role

We are a real estate consulting group working on live commercial development projects and real estate lending transactions across multiple asset types, including hospitality, mixed-use, RV parks, and large-scale commercial developments.

This role is designed for candidates serious about building a long-term career in real estate development, land use strategy, and real estate finance, with direct exposure to deal underwriting, development planning, and institutional-level execution.

You will be expected to produce work product, not assist.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze and determine highest and best use for land and development sites
Build and prepare Gantt charts to support development timelines and underwriting packages
Prepare materials for developers and lenders for real estate lending and underwriting submissions
Perform financial analysis including:
DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio) calculations
Cash flow and debt coverage analysis
Calculate AMI (Area Median Income) and apply to project feasibility
Research and interpret:
Zoning and land use regulations
Entitlement processes and timelines (CEQA awareness required)
Analyze property valuations and development economics:
Pricing per unit / per key
Broker Opinions of Value (BOVs)
Comparable market data
Evaluate feasibility for:
Hotels
RV parks
Mixed-use and large-scale commercial developments
Support leasing strategy, asset positioning, and development planning

Qualifications

Strong interest in real estate development, land use, and real estate finance
0–3 years of experience or relevant coursework in:
Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Economics, or related fields
Ability to independently perform analytical work (not just assist)
Basic to intermediate Excel skills
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
Ability to manage multiple active projects

Preferred (Not Required)

Exposure to:
Real estate development or brokerage
Lending, underwriting, or deal analysis
Zoning, entitlements, or land use planning
Familiarity with tools such as CoStar, Argus, or similar platforms

Growth Opportunity

This is a performance-driven role with a direct path to senior leadership.

Top performers will gain:

Direct exposure to real estate development strategy and deal underwriting
Hands-on experience preparing materials used in real transactions and financing
Increased responsibility and compensation within a short timeframe

Clear path to: