Erasmo Cantu Jr.
erasmo_cantujr@utexas.edu | Austin, Texas | (956) 336-2881
Education The University of Texas at Austin
Master of Science in Community & Regional Planning
Spring 2020
Bachelor of Arts in Urban Economics; Minor in Architecture Certificate in Real Estate Development, McCombs School of Business
Spring 2018
Professional Experience KB Home – Senior Land Acquisition and Planning & Development Financial Analyst; Austin & Dallas, TX • • • • •
Dec 2020 – Present
Prepare financial models resulting in an average yearly revenue of 7.6 billion with a margin of 28%. Establish the Divisions’ investment & growth strategies by evaluating supply & demand of submarkets. Direct market research and residual analyses to determine feasibility of projected acquisitions. Managed the site selection process by leveraging expertise in GIS software and insight of land-use & zoning. Led due diligence process of new projects and maintained market database.
Pegasus Planning & Development – Economic Developer; Austin, TX • •
May 2020 – Dec 2020 Headed the economic and planning department; produced comprehensive plans, zoning updates, economic development plans, and fiscal impact studies for five different government entities. Corresponded with government leaders and city councils; facilitated public meetings.
TBG Partners – Development Analyst & Land Planner; Austin, TX • •
March 2019 – May 2020 Guided the planning & development process for six master-planned communities & five mixed-use developments. Collaborated with investors, stakeholders, & consultants (engineers, developers, city staff) to produce quality projects.
Texas Appleseed– Financial Analyst; Austin, TX • •
May 2018-April 2019
Created research initiatives focused on San Antonio’s economy, real estate markets, and other financial mechanisms. Designed financial budgets for existing development projects enabling organizations to invest in affordable housing.
Civic Arts Austin– Urban Planner; Austin, TX • •
May 2017-May 2018 Aided in the implementation of the RestoreRundberg Initiative, contributed to revitalization of the Rundberg corridor. Employed public engagement services, community-based public art, and urban policy planning.
Academic Experience & Research Master Thesis: Towards a comprehensive urban redevelopment strategy: re-imagining Plaza Egaña •
Spring 2020
Partnered with the Municipality of Nunoa in Santiago, Chile in the implementation of an equity-driven approach to redevelopment that balances economic growth with communal benefits.
ULI Hines Competition– Team Leader; Miami, FL
Spring 2020
[Winners of the 2020 Cogburn Family Foundation ULI Hines Competition] • •
Managed financial real estate process: directed site acquisition, cash flow projections, and property valuation models for residential, commercial, and mixed-use assets. Gathered and analyzed economic, demographic, and real estate market data (rents, expenses, cap rates, supply, etc.)
Advanced Urban Design Studio – Team Urban Planning Leader. London, United Kingdom. • •
Fall 2019
Collaborated with team members to produce conceptual and schematic designs, maps, sections, and renderings. Developed phasing strategy, conducted financial viability of project proposal, and identified key investment stakeholders
Advanced Urban Planning Studio – Team Economic Development Leader; Delft, Netherlands • •
Spring 2020 Conducted location quotient and shift-share analysis that identified target industries with high potential for job growth Proposed value capture scenarios and future zoning policy to incentivize land-use diversification; increased municipal annual tax revenue by $10 million.
Financial Real Estate: City of Georgetown Planning & Zoning– Group Member; Georgetown, TX • •
Assessed profitability of multifamily developments through sensitivity analysis. Presented value capture scenarios and future zoning policy to incentivize multi-family developments.
Additional Information Software Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Suites, AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Lumion and ArcGIS. Work Eligibility: Eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions.
Spring 2019