VP of Development, New Construction

Real8 Group, Inc. is a national executive search firm serving the real estate industry. We are a dedicated team of experienced recruiting experts with a proven track record of filling virtually every type of real estate position. Our areas of expertise include property management, accounting, construction, acquisitions, asset management, development, finance, human resources, marketing and training. To learn more about Real8 Group, please visit our website at Available: VP of New Development, New ConstructionLocation: Irvine, CA or Reston, VAThe Vice President of Development, New Construction will be responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and executing new developmentconstruction opportunities, focusing on off-market opportunities and risk mitigation. The ideal candidate will have strong relationships with stakeholders including city and state officials across California (and surrounding states), and expertise in navigating entitlements and securing soft debt. They will work collaboratively with acquisitions, development, and finance teams to identify financing strategies, oversee entitlement processes, and drive projects to pany Info: Established 15+ years ago, company is an owner, manager and developer of affordable, multifamily housing across the US. They currently manage a portfolio approaching 10,000 units with another 3,000 units in the development pipeline. The company has a great mission, team and culture and they are committed to providing quality affordable housing and community renewal initiatives.Key Requirements: 7+ years of experience in affordable housing development, with a strong focus on affordable housing, new construction.Deep expertise in LIHTC, HUD financing, and other affordable housing funding mechanisms.Established relationships with builders, developers, localstate officials, and industry stakeholders in California (and ideally surrounding states).Proven ability to navigate entitlement processes and mitigate entitlement risks.Experience securing soft debt and gap financing for affordable housing projects.Strong financial acumen, with the ability to analyze development budgets, control costs, and manage risk.Excellent leadership skills, with a history of managing project teams and third-party contractors.Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.

Created: 2025-02-22