Senior Real Estate Analyst at GOODWIN KNIGHT LLC – Colorado Springs, Colorado

Join Goodwin Knight, whose mission is “Making Life Better by building attainable housing for the “missing middle.” All Goodwin Knight projects target the “missing middle”, those who make too much to qualify for a subsidy but not enough to afford the sky-high cost of housing. Goodwin Knight is a subsidiary of The Challenger Group, a top 50 homebuilder in the United States. We are seeking a Senior Real Estate Analyst.

Job Title: Senior Real Estate Analyst Company: Goodwin Knight, LLC

Department: Asset Management Reports to: Senior Asset Manager

Job Type: Regular Full-time Work Hours: M-TH 8-5, F 8-12

Effective Date: April 2026 Exemption Status: Exempt

Salary Range: $70,000 - $100,000 / year

Profit Sharing: Company Profit Sharing is available and based on business results

Benefits:

· Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

· Life/Accidental Death/Short-Term Disability Insurance

· Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays

· 401(k) Investment with 6% company match

· Home Purchase and Rental Discounts

Role Summary: The Senior Real Estate Analyst will play a key role with increased ownership and leadership responsibility in evaluating and optimizing the performance of a multifamily property portfolio through in-depth financial analysis, market research, and data-driven insights. This position requires a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills, real estate acumen, and the ability to collaborate across teams. The analyst will support asset management strategies by conducting financial modeling, assessing property performance, and identifying value-enhancing opportunities to maximize portfolio returns.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Essential Functions & Accountabilities:

Financial Analysis & Reporting

- Conducts in-depth financial analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance reporting

- Develops and maintains financial model(s) to evaluate portfolio and property performance, including lease-up velocity versus pro forma, valuations, cash flows, and returns

- Prepares periodic investor-grade reports and presentations (e.g., weekly and monthly KPI reports, property scorecards, and board materials)

- Ensures data accuracy across Yardi, internal dashboards, and valuation models

- Coordinates capex tracking, draw schedules, and project progress with construction

Competitive Analysis & Market Research

- Leads or assists in screening potential acquisitions and model returns for dispositions

- Analyzes local and regional real estate markets, including rent comparables, supply/demand trends, and economic indicators

- Tracks macroeconomic factors impacting multifamily performance (interest rates, employment, demographics)

Site Visits & Operational Quality Control

- Leads regular site inspections; ensures brand, curb appeal, staffing, and operations meet GK standards

- Supports leasing strategies by analyzing tenant retention, concessions, and occupancy rates

- Identifies opportunities for revenue growth through rent benchmarking and market positioning

Data Management & Systems

- Oversees and maintains accurate property data in internal databases and reporting tools

- Ensures documentation (leases, budgets, contracts) is organized and accessible

- Streamlines reporting processes through automation and improved data visualization

Minimum Required Education/Credentials/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

· Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred) in Real Estate, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; or 4 years of experience in real estate asset management, property management, or a related field, preferably in the multifamily sector

· Strong financial acumen, with the ability to analyze and interpret financial statements and reports

· Proficiency in property management software (e.g., Yardi, RealPage) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment

· Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Preferred Education/Credentials/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Advance degree preferred

Four (4) Years of experience in real estate asset management, property management, or a related field

· Preferred work history in the multifamily sector of the homebuilding industry

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Excellent interpersonal skills

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

· Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate

· Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

Work Environment: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times