Division Vice President, Land Development

Sekisui House US • Seattle, WA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role provides strategic leadership over the planning, design, and execution of development activities that support the organization’s long-term land pipeline and community delivery goals. It oversees multiple teams and ensures land development programs align with business priorities, financial objectives, and operational standards. The position drives collaboration across functions, builds strong partnerships with external stakeholders, and ensures development projects are executed efficiently, safely, and in compliance with regulatory requirements. It plays a key role in shaping development strategies that enable scalable growth and sustained performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, real estate, construction management, land development, or related field.
• 10–12 years of relevant experience in land development, civil engineering, or large-scale community development leadership.
• Advanced knowledge of land development processes, site design, engineering, and permitting.
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience managing multiple teams and managers.
• Excellent strategic planning and operational execution skills.
• Ability to influence internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies and executive leadership.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities.
• Proven capability to navigate complex regulatory environments and development challenges.
• High-level analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Nice To Haves

• Equivalent total experience of approximately 14–16 years in progressively responsible development or land-related leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the formulation and execution of development strategies that support mid-term business objectives and division growth.
• Oversee planning, engineering, permitting, and construction activities across multiple land development programs.
• Guide teams in assessing project feasibility, cost projections, schedules, and risk profiles to support investment decisions.
• Strengthen relationships with municipalities, regulatory agencies, utility providers, and other external partners to advance project approvals.
• Direct cross-functional coordination to ensure seamless handoff between acquisition, development, construction, and operations.
• Establish performance metrics, standards, and operational processes that enhance efficiency and project delivery.
• Manage and develop multiple teams led by lower-level managers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.
• Resolve complex development challenges through informed analysis, stakeholder engagement, and proactive problem-solving.
• Represent the function in executive-level discussions and influence decisions impacting multiple divisions or business areas.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive coverage includes medical, dental, and vision insurance options, as well as Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Access a 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and other leave types (bereavement, jury duty, FMLA, military leave).
• Company-provided life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage are included.
• An employee assistance program (EAP) is also available.
• Exclusive home purchase and financing discounts.
• Discounted group pet insurance rates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager