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Real Estate Analyst roles qualify for OPT under finance, economics, or urban planning degrees. Most positions involve financial modeling, market research, and property valuation work that directly aligns with specialty occupation standards. STEM OPT extension is available for quantitative-heavy roles under CIP codes like Financial Mathematics or Real Estate.
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Overview:
Senior Housing Partners (the project development company of Presbyterian Homes & Services) is seeking a Real Estate Development Manager to join its team.
The Development Manager takes a lead role in shepherding a new project or redevelopment through all phases of development. This position will lead two to three development projects in various stages of development. The Development Manager is responsible for achieving project tasks related to property acquisition, pro forma financial analysis, project debt and equity financing, loan closings and project planning and construction.
Responsibilities:
The Development Manager is responsible for managing various databases, spreadsheets, and reports related to project budgets and schedules, project financing, construction administration and property lease-up. The Development Manager assists the Director of Development in analyzing project financial feasibility, closing the project debt and equity financing, working closely with the community in planning neighborhood development, preparing internal and external reports and soliciting consultant and contractor services. The Development Manager is responsible for coordinating the preparation of requests for proposals, contracts, and other documents.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Manage day-to-day tasks of all assigned development projects and pipeline activities. Ensure a high-quality project and establish a high performing team through conducting the project concept development. Coordinate and select professionals including architects, engineers, general contractors, financing underwriters, and others necessary to advance the project.
- Perform pro forma financial analysis of properties for development, acquisition, and redevelopment.
- Prepare pro forma development budgets and property operating budgets under the direction of a VP.
- Work with team members to prepare responses to requests for proposals and solicitations for bids by coordinating the proposal response and preparing the proposal materials.
- Perform site visits of potential property acquisitions and assists VP in market analysis and preparation and review of due diligence reports. Help guarantee desired sites by assisting with the site acquisition process. Work with the professional staff to present plans to approve jurisdictions (city, county, watershed district, etc.) to obtain project/land entitlements.
- Solicit consultant and contractor services for due diligence, design and construction services, review and evaluate the responses and obtain the services.
- Assist with the preparation of debt and equity financing applications for each of the projects.
- Support the team in closing the financing and manage the closing checklist.
- Contribute to project efficiency by directing site planning. Serve as the owner representative through the construction process including attending construction meetings, evaluating proposed project change orders, coordinating monthly draws, and completing post-construction punch list and warranty work.
- Assist the VP with the construction administration process by coordinating the flow and filing of construction documents.
- Analyze progress against project schedule and modify the schedule as needed.
- Prepare internal and external reports on each project as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in related field (real estate, urban planning, architecture, business or finance) preferred.
- 3-4 years of experience in development or senior housing, assisted living, care center, or related field and/or meets required competency targets.
- Demonstrated knowledge of senior living real estate development, building codes, regulatory requirements, and functional and operational requirements.
- Demonstrated knowledge of real estate development, finance, design, and management.
- Demonstrated knowledge of due diligence and financial underwriting.
- Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required; proficiency with MS Project is preferred.
- Experience with financial analysis using Excel or similar spreadsheet program is required; experience with GIS software is a plus.
- Must have strong writing and editing skills and experience in conducting research and analysis.
- Must have flexibility, personal integrity, and ability to work effectively with co-workers, site operating staff, and various other professionals.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to direct a team of professionals.
- Must have flexibility, personal integrity, and ability to work and communicate effectively with co-workers.
- Must be a team player, willing to take directions and accept responsibility for meeting specified objectives.
- Must have excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills and strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work within specific timelines and travel up to 15% of the time.
- Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.
Demonstrated compatibility with PHS’ mission and operating philosophies.
PAY RANGE:
The estimated starting pay range for this role is $104,000 - 130,000 per year. This good faith estimate is based upon PHS’s typical starting pay range for this role. Actual pay range depends on many factors including each individual employee’s qualifications and market conditions and is subject to change.
BENEFITS:
Full-time benefits-eligible employment begins at a minimum of 30 hours per week:
- Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA
- Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans
- Life insurance (AD&D)
- Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match
- Holiday pay and extended sick
Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week:
- Vision insurance
- Voluntary short-term & long-term disability
- Accident & hospitalization coverage
- Education assistance programs
All employees:
- Accrue PTO (Paid time off)
- Same-day pay
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- College partnership educational discounts
- Access to Learn to Live Resources
ABOUT PHS:
Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS), based in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing a broad array of high-quality housing choices, care and services options for older adults. Some 8,000 employees serve more than 41,800 older adults through 60 PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, and through Optage® home and community services. PHS is also co-owner of Genevive, the largest geriatric primary care practice in Minnesota, providing comprehensive care for more than 15,500 older adults. Established in 1955, PHS has earned the reputation as an innovative leader dedicated to promoting independence, purposeful living and the overall well-being for those they serve. Today, PHS is one of the largest nonprofit providers of senior housing and services in the nation.
PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Real Estate Analyst
Target firms with established visa track records
Large REITs, institutional investment managers, and commercial real estate advisory firms file H-1B visa petitions regularly. Smaller boutique shops often lack HR infrastructure for sponsorship. Focus your search on firms with 50 or more employees.
Connect your degree directly to the role
Real Estate Analyst positions require a specific degree field to qualify as a specialty occupation. Finance, economics, urban planning, or real estate degrees map cleanly. Clearly state this alignment in your resume summary and cover letter.
Emphasize quantitative and modeling skills
ARGUS, Excel-based DCF modeling, and market analysis experience signal technical depth. Employers view candidates who can demonstrate analytical output as easier to justify for H-1B sponsorship under the specialty occupation requirement.
Raise OPT authorization early and confidently
Avoid burying your work authorization status. Mention your OPT timeline in initial conversations so employers can assess sponsorship feasibility before investing in interviews. Confidence reduces perceived complexity for hiring managers unfamiliar with OPT.
Pursue STEM OPT extension if your program qualifies
Real estate programs housed within quantitative or STEM-designated CIP codes may qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Confirm your program classification with your DSO. A 36-month total OPT window significantly improves your sponsorship negotiating position.
Build a portfolio of deal analysis work
Employers sponsoring analysts want evidence of immediate contribution. Case studies, academic deal memos, or internship underwriting samples demonstrate readiness. A tangible portfolio reduces hiring risk and makes the sponsorship conversation easier to justify internally.
Real Estate Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Real Estate Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Real Estate Analyst positions generally qualify as specialty occupations when the employer requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as finance, real estate, economics, or urban planning. The key is that the degree requirement must be specific to the role, not general. Generic postings accepting any business degree can create complications during H-1B adjudication, so look for employers whose job descriptions reference specific degree fields.
Can I use my OPT to work as a Real Estate Analyst right after graduation?
Yes, post-completion OPT authorizes you to work as a Real Estate Analyst for up to 12 months, provided the role is directly related to your degree field. A finance or economics graduate working in property valuation or investment analysis satisfies this requirement. You must have an approved EAD card before starting work, and all employment must remain within your authorized period.
Where can I find Real Estate Analyst jobs that offer OPT and H-1B sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended platform for F-1 OPT students seeking Real Estate Analyst roles at employers open to visa sponsorship. Searching general job boards makes it difficult to filter for sponsorship willingness. Migrate Mate surfaces roles specifically from employers who have sponsored international candidates, saving significant time in your job search.
Does a Real Estate Analyst role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree program's CIP code, not the job title itself. If your degree is in a STEM-designated program such as Financial Mathematics, Computational Finance, or a quantitatively designated Real Estate program, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO. The job itself must also involve work that directly applies STEM knowledge in a practical setting.
What types of employers hire Real Estate Analysts and sponsor visas?
REITs, private equity real estate firms, commercial real estate brokerages, institutional asset managers, and real estate investment banking groups are the most active sponsors. Large firms such as CBRE, JLL, Blackstone, and Brookfield have consistent H-1B filing histories. Municipal agencies and urban planning departments also hire analysts and may offer cap-exempt H-1B sponsorship through affiliated nonprofit or government research roles.