Mary Sarmiento

About Mary Sarmiento

I didn’t start my career in real estate, but that’s what makes my perspective different…

Experience

1. Real Estate Development Analyst

   Weyerhaeuser

   Aug 2022 — Present · Gainesville, FL, US

   Conduct in-depth financial analysis and modeling for land entitlement, rezoning, and mitigation projects across residential, commercial, and industrial development, delivering data-driven insights to guide strategic decisions- Lead the preparation and presentation of annual and project-specific budgets, internal financial reports, and capital funding requests to support high-level planning and execution- Partner with internal departments and external stakeholders, including engineers, legal teams, and government agencies, to ensure compliance, transparency, and successful entitlement outcomes- Manage and monitor project financial performance by identifying risks and opportunities through variance analysis, scenario planning, and cost tracking- Support horizontal infrastructure and site development efforts by aligning project timelines, budgets, and permitting requirements with broader development goals- Collaborate closely with project managers to navigate entitlement and zoning complexities, streamlining approval processes and maximizing development potential- Assist in evaluating and integrating small and alternative land acquisitions, contributing to portfolio expansion and long-term value creation.