Senior Vice President, Glendower Group & Asset Management (Elm City Communities/Glendower Group)

Nonprofit HR•New Haven, CT

36d

About The Position

At Elm City Communities and The Glendower Group, the Senior Vice President of Glendower Group & Asset Management will play a crucial role in shaping the future of affordable housing. This executive leadership position is designed for a strategic and entrepreneurial individual who excels at the intersection of real estate development, construction, asset management, and organizational leadership. The role involves influencing the direction of a significant housing organization and managing a diverse portfolio of initiatives that demand strong judgment, disciplined execution, and the ability to balance competing priorities with a focus on the organization's long-term vision. The Senior Vice President will be a key architect of the organization's real estate strategy, overseeing planning, development, construction, and the long-term performance of an affordable housing portfolio. This role requires a leader who can manage senior leaders in Development, Construction, and Asset Management, ensuring projects progress efficiently from inception to completion and ongoing operations. Success hinges on the ability to understand both the broad strategic picture and intricate operational details, integrating various stakeholders, funding sources, regulatory requirements, and priorities into a unified strategy. The environment is fast-paced, the work is complex, and daily opportunities exist to solve challenging problems, build partnerships, and advance projects that directly benefit residents.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Real Estate Development, Urban Planning, Finance, Architecture, Engineering, or a related discipline required; Master's degree preferred.
10+ years of progressive executive leadership experience in affordable housing, real estate development, asset management, or a related industry.
Demonstrated success leading complex real estate development and construction initiatives from concept through completion.
Deep knowledge of affordable housing finance, real estate development, construction management, portfolio optimization, and asset management.
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams while fostering accountability, collaboration, and professional growth.
Exceptional organizational, project management, and prioritization skills, with the ability to successfully manage multiple large-scale initiatives in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.
Proven ability to navigate complex regulatory environments, balance competing priorities, and make sound strategic decisions under pressure.
Outstanding communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills with executive leaders, boards, public officials, developers, lenders, and community stakeholders.
Strong financial acumen and experience evaluating investment opportunities, budgets, and long-term portfolio performance.
Proficiency with technology and software supporting real estate development, construction, and asset management.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide executive leadership for all real estate development, construction, and asset management activities across Elm City Communities and The Glendower Group.
Develop and execute long-term portfolio strategies that strengthen organizational performance while advancing the mission of providing quality affordable housing.
Lead a high-performing team of Vice Presidents and senior professionals responsible for Development, Construction, and Asset Management.
Oversee the complete development lifecycle—from acquisition and feasibility through financing, design, construction, stabilization, and long-term asset performance.
Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with financing, regulatory, and organizational requirements.
Drive operational excellence through thoughtful planning, disciplined execution, and continuous process improvement.
Identify opportunities for portfolio growth, redevelopment, strategic partnerships, and innovative financing solutions.
Build trusted relationships with municipal leaders, developers, financial institutions, consultants, residents, and community partners.
Partner closely with executive leadership to align real estate initiatives with organizational priorities and long-term financial sustainability.
Lead with a mindset of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.