Finance Development Associate

Based in Dubuque, Iowa, Gronen specializes in industrial, new construction, build to suit, and historic rehabilitation projects. With a deep commitment to community-driven development, Gronen has played a key role in the revitalization of their community’s urban core, creating dynamic mixed-use spaces, and fostering significant economic growth. The company’s expertise spans from commercial and residential projects to comprehensive neighborhood redevelopment efforts that balance historic integrity with modern innovation.

Gronen was built from the ground up, so we understand and take risks seriously. Our team understands the complexities of real estate development. Over the past 25 years, we’ve constructed new and rehabilitated/restored more than two million square feet of commercial and residential space in Dubuque, totaling over $400 million.

Our projects continually meet the following standards:

• excellent design
• on schedule
• on or under budget
• perform well operationally over several years

Our experience in design, construction, real estate ownership, and project/property management ensures success in all aspects of every project.

The Development Associate is involved from start to finish on development projects and is responsible for providing support to the project leadership of the Real Estate Development Division to ensure quality and timely execution of development of projects from start to completion. This support includes: land use coordination, financing support, project scheduling, cost reporting, preparation of contracts, the handling of owner coordination, deal structuring, financial modeling, and project closeout.

We will mentor the Development Associate, give them as much responsibility as they can handle, and award autonomy and career growth as merited. At Gronen, we’ve built a team with over 100 years of expertise in various leading industries. Each member brings unique skills and gifts to the table, as we know that no one individual can do the work alone.

​​Major Responsibilities:

• Work with project team on setting up individual project folders, tracking reports, budgets, schedules, logistics plans, and corporate reporting
• Conduct research to support all development functions, including acquisitions, due diligence, impact fees, utility costs, market analysis, construction costs, entitlements, etc.
• Prepare pro forma development budgets and property operating budgets under the direction of a Chief Financial Officer
• Research and gather documentation for RFQ/RFP responses
• Assist in the assemblage of RFQ/RFP responses and preparation for community preparations
• Assist Chief Financial Officer with preparing applications and financing proposals with multi-layered financing sources
• Use ability to understand the “big picture” view
• Analyze financial trends, applying to budget forecasts for necessary adjustments and reviewing against actual performances
• Monitor key performance indicators vs actual performance and make recommendations for improvements
• Assist with land and/or building acquisitions, including preparation of LOI’s and purchase contracts with legal counsel, and gathering of due diligence materials
• Assist with the financial closing in conjunction with lenders, legal counsel and other project team members
• Solicits consultant and contractor services for due diligence, design and construction services, reviews and evaluates the responses and obtains the services
• Attends site visits of potential property acquisitions and assists Chief Financial Officer in market analysis, including preparing market reports, rent roll and resident file analysis and review of due diligence reports
• Manage the tracking of timelines and schedules
• Review and understand the owner/developer responsibilities per any applicable agreements
• Assist in the submittal, change order, and pay request process
• Assist in generation of project costs and Job Cost Report
• Produce internal monthly summary reports
• Assists with the preparation of debt and equity financing applications for each of the projects
• Supports the team in closing the financing and manages the closing checklist
• Assists the Construction Manager with the construction administration process by coordinating the flow and filing of construction documents
• Analyzes progress against project schedule and modifies schedule as needed
• Prepares internal and external reports on each project
• Supports community development planning efforts working closely with the team, community residents and partners
• Prepares presentations for meetings with tenants, other critical stakeholders and government officials
• Assist pre-construction services in bidding projects including the RFP process
• Participate in the project’s quality process including job walks and punchlist walks
• Contribute to schedule and project close-out processes
• Coordinate contracts, schedules and installation for initial delivery (e.g. fitness equipment, signage, audio/tech equipment, FFE, artwork, model unit or other owner related proposals, contracts and installation)
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• General knowledge of real estate development principles/practices required
• Experience in multi-family or mixed-use residential and commercial real estate transactions is a huge plus
• Experience with Low-Income Housing Tax Credits is a huge plus
• Experience with other subsidies (tax exempt bond financing, New Market Tax Credits, Historic Tax Credits, AHP grants, etc.) a huge plus
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with an adaptable and flexible style in working with all types of individuals
• Experienced dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and/or self-perform work is a plus
• Creative and results-oriented, with a strong sense of urgency
• Successful Project Management experience on projects in ground up commercial office and/or multifamily projects is a plus
• Highly entrepreneurial and self-motivated, with the ability to work equally well on own as well as in a team environment
• Desire to learn and adapt to situations

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Dubuque, IA (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Dubuque, IA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $75,000