Real Estate Investment Associate

Department: Real Estate and Construction

Reports to: Vice President of Real Estate

Direct Reports: None

About Civic Builders:

Civic is the nation’s leading nonprofit lender and developer, bringing high-quality education to students through the development of public charter schools. Since 2002, we have supported the growth of 84 schools nationwide, educating more than 43,220 students annually with a 90% graduation rate. We offer school facility development services, access to low-cost capital, and strategic advisory services to public charter schools. Our portfolio represents $1.5 billion invested into under-resourced communities to ensure access to safe, positive, and student-centered learning environments.

About the Position:

Civic Builders is seeking a Real Estate Investment Associate to support our rapidly growing real estate development pipeline. This role is ideal for a strategic and analytical professional with a passion for innovation and a strong understanding of real estate markets.

Reporting to the Vice President of Real Estate, the Real Estate Investment Associate will analyze complex real estate investment opportunities, support project financing and underwriting efforts, and help optimize Civic Builders’ portfolio to maximize community impact. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in financial modeling and data analytics to drive informed decision-making for charter school development projects.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze real estate development opportunities, providing detailed insights into market trends and project financial feasibility.
• Support underwriting efforts for potential acquisition and development opportunities.
• Assist with project financing and refinancing activities.
• Conduct operator/client credit analyses and review budgets and financial statements at both the portfolio and property levels.
• Perform property valuations and appraisals.
• Structure equity and debt investments creatively to optimize risk-adjusted returns.
• Review legal documents, conduct due diligence, and coordinate closing processes for real estate transactions.
• Draft investment memoranda and prepare supporting materials for internal review by senior leadership.
• Maintain and update internal databases for acquisitions and property operations.
• Support special projects as assigned.
• Occasional travel, including overnight trips, may be required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, real estate development, real estate finance, or a related field.
• A minimum of two (2) years of analytical experience in lending, investment banking, real estate investment, or asset management.
• Strong proficiency in MS Excel, including financial modeling skills.
• Exceptional analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Solid knowledge of real estate transactions, market analysis, and financial reporting.

Work Environment, Compensation and Benefits:

• Civic is located in New York City and has a hybrid, collaborative work environment. Local team members, and the Real Estate Investment Associate, will work at least two days (Tuesdays and Wednesdays) in our NYC office with telework the rest of the week.
• Civic offers a competitive salary commensurate with relevant work experience, and may be adjusted for cost of living based on location. The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $90,000.
• We want you to be well and thrive. Our excellent benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, up to 4% employer match 401(k), and generous PTO.
• Additional benefits and perks include flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA), short-term & long-term disability insurances, group term life insurance, commuter benefits program, 12 weeks paid parental/family leave, cell phone plan reimbursement and equipment replacement, professional development reimbursement, home office setup, and social and educational outings.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:

Civic Builders believes that diversity, in all its forms, enriches society and our organization. Because we support students in the highest-need neighborhoods, we have a particular charge to understand our schools and their communities. When our staff, board, and partners reflect, value and embrace the voices and perspectives of those most impacted by what we do, we have a deeper understanding and connection to their needs and more effectively achieve our aspiration of improving lives, revitalizing communities, and helping children receive the education they deserve.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Civic Builders is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Civic Builders provides employees with a safe and welcoming environment free of discrimination and harassment.

As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against a job applicant on the basis of their race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, family or parental status, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

To Apply:

We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the job description; we will consider people from a variety of backgrounds and career experiences.