Real Estate Analyst

Overview

BW&A is a commercial real estate investment, development, and tax credit consulting firm that facilitates real estate and renewable energy development as well as business expansion projects throughout the U.S. To date, we have overseen or provided capital for projects totaling over $4 billion in capital deployed. The company is seeking to hire a passionate and ambitious individual with entrepreneurial spirit to play a key role in our firm’s ongoing expansion in impact investing.

• Work directly with firm’s principals managing all stages of existing projects and investments. Responsibilities include financial analysis and modeling throughout the project life-cycle, including potential new opportunities; project management of new or existing consulting engagements; and cultivation of firm’s client and investor relationships
• Coordinate/manage underwriting and closing process, including review/analysis of due-diligence
• Perform a multitude of business development functions, and contribute to the firm’s future business strategy planning
• Preparation of investment memos and presentations for potential clients and investors
• Represent the firm in its interactions with prospective and existing clients, investors, and third-parties, including attorneys/accountants/consultants
• Support real estate development activities which may include attending construction meetings, interaction with local and state officials and prospective purchasers and investors
• Conduct site visits at prospective and existing projects (some travel may be required)

• Self-motivated with a proven ability to utilize excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong quantitative acumen.
• Organizational and interpersonal skills are a must, as is a strong proficiency in MS Excel and related Office applications.
• Experience and strong interest in real estate development, finance, accounting, marketing and/or urban planning is preferred but not required. A desire to work within a fast-paced, collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.
• Ability to analyze financial statements
• Ability to learn new systems, databases, and terminology
• Highly detail oriented, organization, and communication skills with strong critical thinking ability
• Strong computer skills in managing documents, files, and process/procedure management skills
• Excellent time management skills, communication skills, and strong analytical & problem-solving skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload to meet deadlines
• Strong communication with internal partners as well as owners/developers, investors, attorneys, and accountants
• Self-Starter; must be able to work independently and contribute to team goals
• Preferred qualification: at least 1 year of post-undergraduate experience in real estate development, real estate finance, investment banking, private equity, or institutional investing, and/or renewables finance. Ideal candidate will have experience within the real estate industry in the context of investing in projects and/or development companies.

Required in-person office in Arlington, Virginia (Washington, DC metro) on average 4 days per week