Real Estate Transaction Analyst - Land Division
Cresa, Dallas, TX, United States
Summary
The Real Estate Transaction Analyst supports the Land Division in analyzing, strategizing and executing land-focused transactions. This position is responsible for financial modeling, market research, client deliverables, and assisting with transaction management. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, attention to detail and an interest in real estate strategy and deal-making.
Essential duties and responsibilities MARKET RESEARCH & STRATEGY
Conduct detailed market research to identify and track available land for listing, purchase, or ground lease
Prepare available land surveys, demographic reports, and competitive analyses.
Assist brokers in developing client strategies
FINANCIAL ANALYSIS
Build and maintain complex financial models to evaluate site selection
Calculate effective rent, NPV, IRR, and total cost comparisons
Perform sensitivity analyses and scenario modeling for client decision-making
TRANSACTION SUPPORT
Coordinate and track active deal pipelines, proposals, and critical dates
Assist in preparing RFPs, LOIs, and other client deliverables
Create and manage presentation materials including site tours, proposals, and executive summaries
Maintain accurate documentation in CRM and project management systems
CLIENT DELIVERABLES & COMMUNICATION
Prepare polished client-facing materials including market summaries, financial presentations, and recommendations
Participate in client meetings and contribute to strategy discussions
Interface with landlords, brokers, architects, and project managers to support transaction execution
Qualifications
Strong Excel and financial modeling skills required; proficiency with PowerPoint, CoStar, and LoopNet preferred.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality work product.
Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset.
Entrepreneurial spirit with interest in learning brokerage fundamentals.
Professional demeanor and client service orientation.
Education/Experience
A bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, or a related field is preferred
1–3 years of experience in commercial real estate, finance, or consulting (tenant representation experience preferred).
Exposure to real estate transactions, valuations, or capital markets a plus.
Experience with CoStar, Act-On, Salesforce, Zoominfo and Microsoft Office Suite is a plus
Physical Requirements Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
NOTE The job description is an overview of the functions and requirements for this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of this position; supervisors may assign other duties as deemed necessary.
Cresa is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. Cresa strongly believes in equal opportunity extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship without regard to race, color, religion, belief, creed, age, sex, pregnancy or maternity (including childbirth and related conditions), family responsibility (e.g. child care, elder care), nationality, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, political view or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.
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Essential duties and responsibilities MARKET RESEARCH & STRATEGY
Conduct detailed market research to identify and track available land for listing, purchase, or ground lease
Prepare available land surveys, demographic reports, and competitive analyses.
Assist brokers in developing client strategies
FINANCIAL ANALYSIS
Build and maintain complex financial models to evaluate site selection
Calculate effective rent, NPV, IRR, and total cost comparisons
Perform sensitivity analyses and scenario modeling for client decision-making
TRANSACTION SUPPORT
Coordinate and track active deal pipelines, proposals, and critical dates
Assist in preparing RFPs, LOIs, and other client deliverables
Create and manage presentation materials including site tours, proposals, and executive summaries
Maintain accurate documentation in CRM and project management systems
CLIENT DELIVERABLES & COMMUNICATION
Prepare polished client-facing materials including market summaries, financial presentations, and recommendations
Participate in client meetings and contribute to strategy discussions
Interface with landlords, brokers, architects, and project managers to support transaction execution
Qualifications
Strong Excel and financial modeling skills required; proficiency with PowerPoint, CoStar, and LoopNet preferred.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality work product.
Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset.
Entrepreneurial spirit with interest in learning brokerage fundamentals.
Professional demeanor and client service orientation.
Education/Experience
A bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, or a related field is preferred
1–3 years of experience in commercial real estate, finance, or consulting (tenant representation experience preferred).
Exposure to real estate transactions, valuations, or capital markets a plus.
Experience with CoStar, Act-On, Salesforce, Zoominfo and Microsoft Office Suite is a plus
Physical Requirements Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
NOTE The job description is an overview of the functions and requirements for this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of this position; supervisors may assign other duties as deemed necessary.
Cresa is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. Cresa strongly believes in equal opportunity extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship without regard to race, color, religion, belief, creed, age, sex, pregnancy or maternity (including childbirth and related conditions), family responsibility (e.g. child care, elder care), nationality, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, political view or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.
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