Canderel - Senior Analyst, Investments & Development

at  Canderel

WHO WE ARE:

Canderel is a top real estate company known for its expertise in commercial, residential, and investment partnerships. We excel in delivering innovative solutions and outstanding value across all areas of real estate. Dedicated to creating vibrant, sustainable communities, we enhance the lives of residents, tenants, and partners through creative thinking and exceptional execution. Committed to diversity and inclusion, we actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) and LGBTQ+ communities.

SUMMARY:

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to contribute.
As a Senior Analyst, you will play a critical role in evaluating real estate investment opportunities across the country. Your primary responsibilities will include:
Investment Screening & Underwriting – Analyze and underwrite potential acquisitions and development opportunities, assessing financial feasibility, market positioning, and risk adjusted returns.
Due Diligence & Market Research – Conduct in-depth market research, financial modeling, and risk analysis to support investment decision-making. Oversee due diligence processes to ensure comprehensive deal evaluation.
Development Support – Assist the Investment and Development team in active development projects by analyzing project plans, financial structures, and potential financing opportunities.
Strategic Advisory – Provide insights and recommendation to senior management to support investment theses and development strategies.
Success in this role requires a proactive mindset, strong analytical skills, and the ability to navigate complex real estate transactions in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. By joining our team, you will help shape high-quality, inclusive communities that drive long term value and innovation in the Canadian real estate sector.

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES:

• Undergraduate degree in business, engineering, mathematics or similar relevant fields
• 2+ years of real estate investments/ development/ asset management experience
• MBA, CFA, an asset, but not required
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in French and English
• A good understanding of real estate fundamentals (office, residential, industrial, retail and mixed-use real estate)
• Proven analytical skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail are critical
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (in particular Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint) and proficient with Argus Enterprise software
• Ability and desire to work in a growing midsized entrepreneurial environment.
• Presentation skills with experience presenting to executive leadership.
  Canderel is an equal opportunity employer. We believe a diverse and inclusive workforce drives innovation and makes our company stronger. We are committed to fostering a safe and positive environment that respects people’s dignity, ideas and beliefs. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants to join our team as we continue to grow and build a strong and varied workforce reflective of today’s diverse world

• Assist with acquisition, disposition and development underwriting and due diligence for commercial and residential properties
• Prepare financial models and scenario analysis in both Argus and Excel to project cash flows, investment returns, and the viability of acquisitions, development and re-development projects
• Assist in the development and management of financial models for investment management, performance tracking, scenario analysis and financing
• Building and verifying waterfalls to determine the timing and amount of profit distribution available to partners
• Participate in the research, analysis and execution of strategic initiatives
• Assist and prepare packages for Canderel’s Investment Committee and potential partners
• Prepare financing packages for lenders
• Review, summarize and incorporate third party analysis (i.e. engineering, cost consultants, geotechnical reports etc.)
• Perform in‐depth industry, market and competitor research to support the investment review process
• Prepare comprehensive underwriting packages
• Develop strong business relationships with peers in the industry
• Support development of asset-specific and portfolio strategic plans, buy/ recommendations and reports
• Assist in the annual budgeting process, prepare regular updates of budgets, cashflow and proforma to meet business and reporting requirements
• Update Argus and Excel models on a regular basis as part of the ownership reporting
• Ad‐hoc reporting as required