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Real Estate Manager

Sandy, UT

Monitor portfolio performance and lease economics across new and existing units * Coordinate communication between brokers, landlords, legal counsel, internal stakeholders, and the Real Estate team.

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Real Estate Manager

Sandy, UT · On-site

Monitor portfolio performance and lease economics across new and existing units * Coordinate communication between brokers, landlords, legal counsel, internal stakeholders, and the Real Estate team.

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AVP, Real Estate & Finance

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$120K - $125K/yr

The AVP will be responsible for leading financial and economic analysis for projects across the department's portfolio. WORK PERFORMED: * Develop financial models to evaluate various real estate ...

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Real Estate Manager

Sandy, UT · On-site

Monitor portfolio performance and lease economics across new and existing units * Coordinate communication between brokers, landlords, legal counsel, internal stakeholders, and the Real Estate team.

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Real Estate Director

New York, NY · On-site +1

The Real Estate Director directs the development of market plans, trade area analysis site ... Trains brokers to understand company standards for site development and economic terms of lease.

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Real Estate Director

Dublin, CA · On-site +1

The Real Estate Director directs the development of market plans, trade area analysis site ... Trains brokers to understand company standards for site development and economic terms of lease.

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Real Estate Manager

Frisco, TX · On-site

$90 - $140/hr

Bachelor's degree with a concentration in finance, economics, physical sciences, math, engineering, statistics, real estate, geography, analytics or business-related required * Very strong analytical ...

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Real Estate Specialist

Burlington, VT · On-site

Potential challenges, including economic trends, local regulations, and site constraints, along ... Coordinate with Real Estate Directors and internal cross-functional teams to ensure project ...

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Real Estate Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

Gather and evaluate financial, economic, demographic, and other market data to support real estate growth strategy. * Negotiate the terms of letters of intent with brokers and landlords consistent ...

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Real Estate Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

Gather and evaluate financial, economic, demographic, and other market data to support real estate growth strategy. * Negotiate the terms of letters of intent with brokers and landlords consistent ...

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How much do real estate economist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for real estate economist in the United States is $90,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a real estate economist?

A Real Estate Economist analyzes economic trends, market data, and policies to assess their impact on the real estate industry. They evaluate factors such as interest rates, housing supply and demand, population growth, and government regulations to provide insights for investors, developers, and policymakers. Their work helps guide real estate decisions, forecast market trends, and assess risks in residential, commercial, and industrial property markets.

What types of projects or analyses can a real estate economist expect to work on?

As a Real Estate Economist, you can expect to engage in projects such as market trend analysis, housing demand forecasting, impact studies for new developments, and economic feasibility assessments. Your work may involve collecting and interpreting large datasets, preparing detailed reports or presentations, and advising clients or internal teams on investment decisions. You’ll often collaborate with urban planners, real estate developers, policy analysts, and financial professionals. The role can be both analytical and consultative, offering opportunities to influence major real estate projects and policy decisions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a real estate economist?

To thrive as a Real Estate Economist, you need a strong background in economics, data analysis, and real estate markets, often supported by an advanced degree in economics or a related field. Familiarity with statistical software (such as STATA, R, or SAS), GIS mapping tools, and economic modeling techniques is highly valuable. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills help convey complex findings to diverse audiences. These skills and qualities are essential for delivering actionable insights that support strategic decision-making in the real estate industry.

What does a real estate economist do?

A real estate economist analyzes market trends, property values, and economic factors that influence real estate development and investment. They use data, economic models, and forecasting tools to provide insights for developers, investors, and policymakers. Their work often involves research, report writing, and presenting findings to support decision-making in the real estate industry.
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Infographic showing various Real Estate Economist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 76% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,000 per year, or $43.3 per hour.

Sr. Real Estate Portfolio Analyst

Cushman & Wakefield

Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 24 days ago

Cushman & Wakefield rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 159 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

113th of 204 rated real estate companies

Job description

Job Title

Sr. Real Estate Portfolio Analyst

Job Description Summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a strategic, results-driven, and highly analytical Senior Analytics & Real Estate Strategy Analyst to support one or more of our most dynamic client accounts. This hybrid role seamlessly bridges advanced data analytics, corporate real estate strategy, and rigorous financial underwriting.
As a critical member of a high-performing account team, you will perform end-to-end data analysis, lead financial modeling, build interactive dashboards, and synthesize disjointed data into cohesive, executive-ready presentations. The ideal candidate possesses a rare blend of technical data prowess, financial acumen, and exceptional communication skills necessary to influence stakeholders and drive cross-functional business approvals for major real estate initiatives.

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Strategic Financial Modeling & Portfolio Underwriting

  • Lead the development of detailed, dynamic financial models for real estate acquisitions, dispositions, developments, and portfolio optimization.
  • Evaluate complex real estate transactions, executing detailed lease analysis, sale-versus-buy analysis, and comprehensive risk-return assessments.
  • Conduct rigorous scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and stress testing to backstop critical real estate decisions and mitigate portfolio risk.
  • Utilize key real estate valuation metrics-including IRR, NOI, Cap Rates, and DSCR-to analyze performance and steer investment structures.
  • Support the client's internal capital allocation, budgeting, and financial planning processes.

2. Advanced Data Analytics & Dashboard Architecture

  • Support a large volume of concurrent data analysis workstreams, ensuring high-level data modeling accuracy and quality.
  • Design, build, and maintain interactive business intelligence dashboards (preferably in Looker/Looker Studio, Power BI, or Tableau) to translate complex datasets into clear, actionable visuals.
  • Champion data integrity, data governance best practices, and self-service analytics across the account, documenting data sources and metrics systematically.
  • Leverage advanced analytical platforms (such as Alteryx, ESRI, SQL, or Python) to automate data gathering and process inputs from multiple cross-functional parties.

3. Executive Storytelling, Consensus Building & Project Management

  • Perform end-to-end business due diligence: define complex problems with stakeholders, explore data trends, develop tailored KPIs, and synthesize findings into concise narratives.
  • Organize quantitative and qualitative analysis into logical communications and high-end, client-ready presentation materials for executive-level approval.
  • Partner cross-functionally with transactional teams, asset management, development teams, and client stakeholders to align corporate real estate strategy with broader business objectives.
  • Track and report on key account deliverables, proactively managing multiple high-impact commitments simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Serve as a strategic partner, stepping in to spearhead ad-hoc strategic projects as shifting client needs arise.

Education and Experience

  • Education: Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related business/technical field.
  • Experience: 5 to 8+ years of professional experience in corporate real estate strategy, finance, or equivalent analytical experience within an innovative, fast-paced environment.
  • Real Estate Acumen: Proven mastery of commercial real estate evaluation metrics, leasing dynamics, and capital planning.
  • Client-Facing History: Demonstrated background in a client-serving environment or working on highly dynamic, cross-functional teams is strongly preferred.

Technical & Core Competencies

  • Data & Analytics Stack: Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets is required. Proven experience using data analysis & visualization platforms like Power BI, Tableau, Looker, Alteryx, SQL, Python, or ESRI is strongly preferred.
  • Project & Time Management: A proven track record of proactively managing multiple commitments, tight timelines, and competing tasks simultaneously while maintaining rigorous attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Communication & Influence: Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with a demonstrated commercial mindset and the ability to influence and align diverse stakeholders at all levels.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate's experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $ 93,500.00 - $110,000.00Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or emailAccommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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