Partner Development Associate Jobs in Houston, TX

Please apply before
6/1/2026
Job Overview
Skanska is searching for a dynamic Development Associate. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to share our culture of diversity and inclusion.
Our work makes a clear contribution to society and the environment around us. We build in many different verticals. Whether we are building schools to provide inspiring spaces for learning, roads to connect communities or hospitals to care for patients, it all contributes to our purpose - we build for a better society.
Skanska's values -Be Better Together, Act Ethically and Transparently, Commit to Customer and Care for Life-are deeply engrained in how we work, which is why our values support and drive our D&I efforts.
The Development Associate is an early-career real estate professional responsible for supporting and assisting in the management of all phases of multifamily development projects from initial concept through construction completion, lease-up, and sale. Prior multifamily experience (development, investment, disposition, lending, property management, etc.) is required. The role involves hands-on involvement in projects from construction through stabilization, contributing to execution while ensuring financial, design, quality, and schedule objectives are met, with a strong commitment to delivering distinctive, high-quality projects.
This position requires a solid understanding of the full development process, including market research and feasibility analysis, financial modeling, budgeting, design coordination, construction oversight, and lease-up execution, with familiarity with multifamily and retail property management and leasing considered a plus. The Development Associate supports the Development Director as the owner's representative during construction, assisting with the coordination of architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and vendors, while maintaining compliance with budget, schedule, and quality standards.
As a key team member, the Development Associate assists in coordinating multidisciplinary internal and external stakeholders, including property management, leasing, marketing teams, and the internal general contractor, to deliver high-quality multifamily and mixed-use projects in urban infill locations. The role also includes supporting contract negotiations, preparing detailed financial models and project reports, monitoring project performance, and contributing to strategies to support project success and maximize returns. A strong aptitude for negotiation, relationship management, and a willingness to learn and take on increasing responsibility are essential to success in this role.
Development Associate Required Qualifications:

• • • 3+ years of experience in real estate (development, investment, disposition, lending, property management, etc.), with a focus on multifamily projects
    • 3+ years of experience with design coordination and construction management
    • 3+ years of experience reading and interpreting architectural drawings, contracts, and regulatory documents
    • 3+ years of experience with Microsoft Excel and/or financial modeling software
    • Bachelor's degree (master's degree preferred) in real estate, finance, construction management, architecture, engineering, or related field, or other relevant specialization or 8 years equivalent experience plus minimum 3 years prior relevant experience

Our Investment in you:

• • • We believe that Benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That's why we provide an array of options (including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and Benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
    • As a Skanska community, our values ground us, and our diversity of experience propels us forward. No matter what your career stage, there's a place for you to thrive here and partner with us in shaping how our world lives, moves, and connects.
    • At Skanska, we Care for Life. And we're committed to supporting your whole health and peace of mind through inclusive and personalized total rewards.
    • We're committed to your success by developing you in your role and supporting your career growth
    • Compensation and financial well-being - Competitive base salary, excellent bonus program, 401k, and employee ownership program.

Come work with us and join a winning team!
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Primary Location
US-TX-Houston
Primary Work Location/Assignment
Onsite
Skanska Business Unit
Skanska USA Commercial Development
Employee Status
Full Time