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BRAILSFORD & DUNLAVEY

Project Analyst
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Job ID

2017-1519

Location

US-IL-Chicago

Posted Date

7/25/2017

Category

Project Staff Entry Level

Min. Exp. (Yrs)

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Ambitious, diverse, multidisciplinary, entrepreneurial: these are all words that describe our team. But what ties B&D
employees together is our excitement and passion for advising our clients throughout the facility development
process. Whether interviewing students on a college campus, touring classrooms in an elementary school, or sitting
with fans on a stadiums opening day, we are driven by our purpose to advance communities. It starts with our own
B&D community; it starts with you.

The Project Analyst position fulfills one of the primary roles on a project team. Reporting to the Vice President and
other Project Managers, the Project Analyst will perform real estate planning and implementation activities for one or
more of the following client types: mixed-use campus edge developments, campus housing, intercollegiate athletics,
campus recreation, student unions, arenas, stadiums, independent and charter schools, or community
recreation. Planning services include strategic consulting, master planning, site and market analyses, demand-based
needs assessments, detailed financial modeling, and project funding structuring.

The Project Analyst is responsible for conducting data collection and analysis, financial modeling, demand
forecasting, market assessments, and other research activities that will support the team's recommendation. The
Project Analyst will take a leadership role in the documentation of the findings and the creation of other client
deliverables.

The Project Analyst will work closely with other members of the project team and will play an active role in schedule
management and client interfacing.

Responsibilities:

Essential Responsibilies

1. Performs data collection and analysis to include focus group leading and reporting, in-person and telephone
interviews, survey design and analysis, site analysis, space planning, and print and internet research.
Integrates analysis into the company's established methodologies.
2. Writes reports that concisely analyze and distill data in order to meet client's desired outcomes.
3. Coordinates scope activities including corresponding with clients, scheduling or participating in meetings, or
tracking project action items.
4. Meets regularly with and provides support for the project executive and project manager.
5. Attends meetings and training sessions as required.
6. Performs quality control activities that ensure error-free reporting to clients.
7. Participates in business development activities to include article writing, conference attendance, and
prospective client tracking or follow-up.
8. Performs additional duties as assigned with the effort and skills required to contribute to our continued
growth.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor's degree in real estate management, finance, economics, planning, or related field.
Master's degree strongly preferred.
Directly related work or internship experience is highly desirable.
Must possess a valid driver's license.

Competencies

Technical Competencies

Comprehensive understanding of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and


PowerPoint. Previous financial modelling experience in Excel is highly desirable.

Core Competencies

Excellent oral and written communication skills.


Excellent group facilitation and presentation skills.
Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
Strong understanding and real estate, finance and accounting principles.
Articulated support for the firm's mission, values and operating paradigm.
Demonstrated commitment to client satisfaction.
Strong commitment to ethical business practices.
Proven adaptability, flexibility, and creativity.
Demonstrated ability to thrive within a team structure.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

Work Environment

Office environment; moderate noise.


Occasional evening or weekend work.
Air and overnight travel is required.
Office equipment/computers 8 hrs per day.

Physical Demands

Sitting at desk or table up to 6 hrs per day


Standing or walking
Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement (while operating computer equipment)
Eye-Hand Coordination (keyboard typing)
Hearing and talking
Extended periods of reading fine print
Light to moderate bending, crouching, and stooping (filing)

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