Land Analyst

Job Description

Land Analyst | Schuber Mitchell Homes

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Schuber Mitchell Homes, a 115-person organization, located in Joplin, Missouri, US. This position plays a critical role in evaluating land acquisition and development opportunities by leading financial modeling, cost analysis, strategic analysis, and market research. This ensures land-related investments are accurately assessed, aligned with strategic goals, and executed with financial discipline. The Land Analyst is a key connector between land operations and financial oversight within the LEAD team.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Joplin, Missouri, US

• Team: Embedded within the LEAD team, connecting land operations and financial oversight.
• Mission: Evaluate land acquisition and development opportunities with financial accuracy and strategic alignment.
• Tech Stack: Excel-based modeling, GIS, evaluators

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Modeling: Build and maintain financial models to evaluate land investments and develop partnerships.
• Cost Analysis: Analyze development budgets and actual costs to ensure alignment with financial expectations.
• Market Research: Conduct market research and competitor tracking to inform land strategy and pricing.
• Due Diligence: Coordinate due diligence activities and summarize key risks and findings for leadership.
• System Management: Maintain internal land tracking systems and support improvements to land portfolio tools.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Foundational understanding of financial analysis and modeling principles, with no prior land or real estate experience required.
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in financial analysis and modeling across multiple projects or roles, including Excel-based modeling, scenario analysis, and presenting financial insights to decision makers.
• Skills: Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills; ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines; valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Bonus: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.