About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Development Analyst to support commercial real estate development projects. You will work closely with Associate Development Managers, Development Managers, and senior leaders to produce research, analysis, and project deliverables that support site evaluation and development decisions.

• Own first-draft production of Trade Area PowerPoint presentations and review work produced by interns.
• Conduct market research, demographic and competitive analysis, and traffic-count research to support site evaluation.
• Assist with initial site layouts and feasibility reporting under senior direction.
• Support preparation of Real Estate Committee (REC) packages (data gathering, research, formatting, initial drafting).
• Build and maintain market research, pipeline trackers, and other analytical materials.
• Prepare and maintain Excel-based analyses, reports, and project trackers.
• Help organize and review due diligence materials (surveys, environmental reports, title work).
• Assist with contract organization and basic review under senior guidance.
• Participate in site tours, due diligence calls, and client meetings to learn the end-to-end development process.
• Communicate proactively on assignments, deadlines, and potential issues.
• Perform additional projects and duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• 0–1 year of professional experience; strong recent graduates encouraged to apply.
• Bachelor's degree in real estate, finance, business, or a related field required.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and research skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Self-starter: dependable, coachable, and eager to learn.
• Ability to accept direction, apply feedback, and take progressive ownership of responsibilities.
• Demonstrated interest in a long-term career in commercial real estate development.
• Ability to work effectively independently and collaboratively in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work full time, in person, in James Island, SC; candidates should be able to commute from within the I-526 corridor.

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Growth Path

This is an entry-level role on the development career track. High performers may be eligible for promotion to Development Coordinator after ~1 year based on ownership, judgment, reliability, and performance, with further advancement possible to Associate Development Manager → Development Manager → Senior Development Manager.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated salary: $61,289 per year (estimated).
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and a health insurance stipend.

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Logistics

• Job type: Full-time, in-person
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Work location: James Island, SC (applicants should be able to commute from the I-526 corridor)

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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