Location
San Diego - 350 Camino De La Reina, Suite 140
Our Company
At Brookfield Properties, the foundation of our success is firmly rooted in our people.
Our company is comprised of experts across a range of specialties who share a goal of ensuring our properties are continuously evolving to meet the needs of our communities and stakeholders. To meet this goal, we hire visionary, entrepreneurial talent who help us innovate and enhance our business. We build collaborative teams who value integrity, creativity and diversity.
Our teams operate an iconic portfolio of irreplaceable properties within the world’s most dynamic markets. As one of the largest real estate services companies, we provide management and development expertise exclusively for properties owned by Brookfield Asset Management.
Job Description
We are seeking an Associate to join Brookfield Properties in San Diego, CA supporting the development investments team. This role supports the acquisition and execution of complex multifamily and mixed-use development opportunities across the U.S. and Canada, and other development initiatives. The Associate will contribute across the full lifecycle—underwriting, investment committee materials, diligence, execution support, and asset management analytics—with an emphasis on producing clear, decision-ready work product.
Investment Underwriting & IC Materials
Build, maintain, and audit project-level financial models in Excel (development cash flows, sources/uses, financing, sensitivities, scenario analysis, and returns).
Perform market and deal-specific research (comps, rent/expense assumptions, supply/demand, capital markets context) to support underwriting.
Draft and help finalize investment committee memos and supporting exhibits; synthesize key risks, mitigants, and recommendations.
Support evaluation of partnership structures (including PPP) and the related economics, incentives, and constraints.
Pipeline Management & Team Reporting
Prepare recurring updates for senior team members on pipeline, active underwriting, and key workstreams.
Create clear, organized materials for internal stakeholders to align on priorities and decisions.
Development Execution & Due Diligence Support
Support diligence processes by coordinating information flow across internal teams and third parties (consultants, counsel, design/construction, etc.).
Track diligence items, open questions, and deliverables; maintain clean documentation and version control.
Assist with schedule and milestone tracking across predevelopment, entitlements/approvals, and construction planning.
Budgeting, Business Planning & Asset Management Support
Support budget updates and periodic reporting for projects and assets (variance analysis, key drivers, forward-looking risks/opportunities).
Assist with annual/quarterly business planning inputs, including scenario analysis and strategic initiatives.
Partner with Asset Management on ongoing analytics tied to operating performance and value creation initiatives.
Cross-Functional & External Coordination
Coordinate with internal teams including Investments, Asset Management, Development, Finance/FP&A, Legal, Leasing, Design & Construction, and Marketing.
Support engagement with external stakeholders relevant to complex development and PPP processes (public agencies, community stakeholders, partners, and advisors), including preparation of presentations/materials as needed.
Bachelor’s degree in finance, real estate, economics, engineering, or a related field.
4-7 years of experience in real estate investing/development (preferably multifamily), investment banking, private equity, lending, valuation/advisory, or a related analytical role.
Strong Excel modeling capability; able to build and pressure-test models with limited supervision.
Strong written communication skills—able to turn analysis into clear narrative and investor-style materials.
Highly organized and detail-oriented; able to manage multiple concurrent priorities and deadlines.
Comfortable operating in ambiguity and navigating complex, highly structured transactions.
Collaborative working style; proactive follow-through and strong ownership of deliverables.
Preferred
Exposure to development underwriting, entitlements/approvals, construction budgeting, or PPP structures.
Experience supporting investment memoranda and senior decision-makers in a fast-paced environment.
At Brookfield Properties, your career progression is important to us. As a successful employee, you will have the opportunity to grow within your team, department, and across the Brookfield organization. Our leadership teams are dedicated to the accomplishments of their employees. We also invest time into training and developing our people.
End your job search and find your career today, at Brookfield Properties.
We imagine, create, and operate on a foundation of values to build a better world, together. Brookfield Properties strives to create spaces where going to work never feels routine. As a Brookfield Properties employee, you will enjoy many benefits such as 401K matching, tuition reimbursement, summer Fridays, paid maternity leave and more. There is also a generous employee referral program because we want our existing team members to help us build a more diverse workplace through their networks.
Compensation & Benefits:
Salary Type: Exempt
Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly
Annual Base Salary Range: $130,000 - $150,000
Medical & Pharmacy Coverage: Yes, under Brookfield Medical Plan
Dental Coverage: Yes, under Brookfield Medical Plan
Vision Coverage: Yes, under Brookfield Medical Plan
Retirement: 401(k)
Insurance: Employer-paid life & short/long term disability
Brookfield Properties is an equal opportunity employer, and we foster an inviting, inclusive and collaborative environment.
We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.
