Associate of Investments

Cullinan is currently seeking a full-time Associate, Investments in our Burr Ridge office with responsibility for performing financial evaluations of property developments, acquisitions, dispositions, financing, leasing, and management for both the company’s existing portfolio and new opportunities. This role will provide exposure to a variety of real estate investments, including retail, mixed-use, multifamily, office, and healthcare properties, and will span various risk profiles, transaction structures, and geographic regions. The position offers a fast-paced work environment in a dynamic organization with specific responsibilities varying day-to-day across projects.

Responsibilities

• Support the evaluation and underwriting of acquisition and development opportunities by performing complex financial analyses, including Argus valuation models and Excel-based pro formas, cash flow projections, sensitivity analyses, and municipal incentive analyses.
• Review and analyze investment offering materials and gather and evaluate economic and market intelligence, including leases and sales comparables, location analytics, and demographic data.
• Support the sourcing of equity and debt capital by preparing detailed financial models, presentations, and other required deliverables for prospective investors and lenders.
• Assist with the preparation of investment committee memos for both internal and third-party review.
• Assist with managing due diligence on potential investments, including the review and analysis of leases, operating information, legal documentation, and other investment-related information, as well as touring properties, engaging with owners, brokers and other key stakeholders, and participating in interviews with tenants and service providers.
• Collaborate with leasing, asset management, property management, accounting, and other internal stakeholders to validate and optimize underwriting assumptions on new opportunities.
• Complete research and other ad-hoc analyses as required.
• Train and facilitate the development of Investments team analysts.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of work experience in commercial real estate investments, asset management, commercial banking, and/or investment sales with a minimum of 2 years in real estate development or acquisitions.
• Experience underwriting multiple property types with a preference for retail, mixed-use, office, and/or healthcare.
• Bachelor's degree from a top-tier college or university with a strong record of academic achievement.
• Strong financial and analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Argus and Excel, a strong understanding of real estate investment metrics, and experience modeling joint ventures and distribution waterfalls.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including a high standard of professionalism and responsiveness with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with exceptional organizational skills and a strong proficiency with multi-tasking and meeting deadlines in a demanding, fast-paced work environment.
• Solid leadership capabilities with an enthusiastic attitude and confident personality.
• Critical thinking with detail-oriented and creative problem-solving approach.
• Possesses a strong work ethic, integrity, honesty, and drive.
• Candidate must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Compensation & Benefits

Cullinan Properties compensation will be commensurate with the market.

• Salary: $125,000 - $150,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications.

As a team member at Cullinan Properties, you will enjoy:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision, dental and life insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Career Advancement and Bonus Opportunities
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Generous Maternity & Parental Leave Policies

Start a lasting career with Cullinan Properties today!

Cullinan Properties is certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC)

Cullinan Properties is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For further information, please visit www.cullinanproperties.com.