Vice President of Development
About The Position
The Vice President of Development will provide leadership and oversight for senior living real estate development projects, guiding initiatives from initial concept through design, entitlements, construction, and final delivery. This strategic, relationship-driven leader will manage complex projects, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and support successful execution across a growing development portfolio. The role works closely with clients, internal stakeholders, architects, engineers, contractors, and local municipalities to advance the company's development strategy while maintaining high standards for project quality, financial performance, and execution. The Vice President will also support the growth of the development platform and promote a collaborative, service-oriented culture focused on accountability, innovation, and successful project delivery.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in real estate development.
- Background in CCRC, senior living, multifamily, hospitality, or other comparable real estate sectors.
- Demonstrated ability to manage development projects through multiple phases.
- Strong project management, financial oversight, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Proven leadership capabilities, including the ability to influence diverse teams and build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Architecture, Urban Planning, or a related field.
- A service-oriented mindset and commitment to delivering high-quality developments that meet client, team, and community needs.
Nice To Haves
- Experience leading complex development projects or portfolios is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, development, and execution of senior living communities and Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs) from concept through completion.
- Oversee budgets, schedules, design development, and construction coordination.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with team members, clients, investment partners, consultants, contractors, and other key stakeholders.
- Collaborate with architects, engineers, construction teams, and municipal officials to navigate project requirements and achieve development objectives.
- Monitor project performance, identify potential risks, and implement strategies to maintain schedules, control costs, and meet quality expectations.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to align development, design, construction, marketing, and operational objectives.
- Advance projects and strengthen relationships across the senior living real estate market to support continued growth of the company's development platform.
- Promote a collaborative, service-oriented culture focused on accountability, innovation, and successful project delivery.
Benefits
- Performance-based bonus potential.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Opportunities for career advancement within a growing national development platform.
- Collaborative, mission-driven work environment.
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful senior living projects and help shape the company's continued growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
