Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!
Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Director of Real Estate Development, the Development Analyst, Real Estate will provide critical project management and financial support across the Real Estate Division. This includes supporting new development opportunities, managing cross-functional workstreams, and helping advance the Company’s employee housing strategy. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in real estate project management from early planning and entitlement phases through execution, and be comfortable managing consultant teams, creating detailed pro formas, and tracking development milestones. This role is highly cross-functional and requires frequent collaboration with Finance, Legal, Operations, and external partners.
Job Specifications:
- Starting Wage: $86,000 - $110,000 + annual bonus
- Employment Type: Year Round
- Shift Type: Full Time hours available
- Housing Availability: No
Job Responsibilities:
- Support the Real Estate team in developing and executing long-term strategies for the Company’s land and development portfolio.
- Lead or support day-to-day project management on select development initiatives, including consultant coordination, permitting timelines, internal milestone tracking, and stakeholder engagement.
- Provide analytical and strategic support for the Company’s Employee Housing strategy, including evaluating development feasibility, managing master lease analyses, and supporting site selection.
- Prepare and evaluate detailed real estate development pro formas, mixed-use P&Ls (including hotel components), ROI analyses, and residual land value assessments.
- Coordinate the hiring and oversight of 3rd party consultants, including brokers, planners, engineers, architects, and surveyors.
- Help manage entitlement and permitting processes in collaboration with internal teams and local jurisdictions.
- Assist with the sale or monetization of non-strategic assets such as residential parcels or condo units.
- Track development project schedules and budgets, identify risks or issues, and propose solutions in real time.
- Manage due diligence materials and pre/post-close activity for real estate transactions.
- Partner with Fixed Assets to track and manage book value of owned real estate assets.
- Prepare meeting agendas, provide concise meeting recaps, and support internal reporting requirements.
- Prepare ad hoc reports and other assignments, as requested.
Job Requirements:
- Education: 4-year college degree in real estate, finance, urban planning, or a related field.
- Work Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience (or 3+ years with an advanced degree/certification) in real estate development, project management, finance, or related field.
- Proven experience managing real estate development projects from pre-development through delivery, ideally in resort, hospitality, or mixed-use settings.
- Experience in financial modeling and evaluating investment returns.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
- Prior experience working in or around resort/mountain communities is a plus.
Preferred skills:
- Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple timelines, coordinate cross-functional teams, and drive execution.
- Familiarity with land use planning, permitting, and entitlement processes.
- Proficiency in real estate finance and development underwriting.
- Comfort reviewing contracts, LOIs, and leases; familiarity with deal structuring and negotiations.
- Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to translate complex topics into clear and actionable plans.
The expected Total Compensation for this role is $86,000 - $110,000 + annual bonus. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
Job Benefits
- Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
- MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Excellent training and professional development
Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:
- Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
- Free ski passes for dependents
- Critical Illness and Accident plans
Employees can work remotely from British Columbia, Washington D.C., and the 16 U.S. states* in which we currently operate. This includes: California, Colorado, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah, Vermont, Washington State, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion.
In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.
Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.
Requisition ID 509174
Reference Date: 06/18/2025
Job Code Function: Real Estate
