Development Director

Timbers Resorts

$90K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in real estate, urban planning, architecture, business, or finance preferred.
  • 7+ years of progressive experience in real estate development required, with a strong emphasis on ground-up projects.
  • Proven analytical and financial skills essential for development work.
  • In-depth knowledge of land use, zoning, and entitlement processes necessary.
  • Excellent communication and presentation abilities expected for stakeholder engagement.
  • Highly organized, self-directed, and solutions-oriented approach valued.
  • Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously is critical.

Responsibilities

  • Lead full-cycle development processes from site selection to permitting.
  • Oversee procurement of professional services and manage related contracts.
  • Support financial modeling and develop pro formas for projects.
  • Manage preparation of proposals, bids, and solicitation materials.
  • Conduct site visits, market research, and execute due diligence tasks.
  • Prepare financing applications and related closing documentation.
  • Coordinate construction administration and documentation flow.
  • Prepare impactful reports and presentations for leadership and partners.
  • Collaborate with property management and sales teams throughout the development phases.
  • Contribute to business development, staff training, and recruitment initiatives.

Benefits

  • Childcare reimbursement
  • Trip of a Lifetime program
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Wellness Reimbursement Program
  • Learning & development opportunities
  • Volunteer time
  • Paid maternity/paternity leave
  • Team-building events
  • 401(k)
  • Vacation & personal days
  • Holiday pay
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • LTD/STD
  • Life insurance
Full Job Description
Timbers Company is seeking an experienced Development Director to lead luxury real estate projects from concept through completion. In this role, you'll shape high-end destinations, guide cross-functional teams, and influence the creation of iconic boutique hotels, residence clubs, and resort communities.

What You'll Do
  • Lead full-cycle development: site selection, due diligence, land assemblage, acquisition, feasibility, planning, entitlements, and permitting.
  • Oversee professional services: secure bids, negotiate contracts, and manage architects, engineers, and consultants.
  • Support financial modeling and pro forma development.
  • Manage proposals, bids, and solicitation materials.
  • Conduct site visits, market research, and due diligence.
  • Prepare debt and equity financing applications and closing documentation.
  • Coordinate construction administration and document flow.
  • Prepare reports and presentations for leadership, investors, and government partners.
  • Collaborate with property management and sales teams during development and transition phases.
  • Support business development, staff training, and recruitment.

What You Bring
  • Bachelor's degree (preferred: real estate, urban planning, architecture, business, finance).
  • 7+ years of progressive real estate development experience; ground-up experience strongly preferred.
  • Strong analytical and financial skills.
  • Knowledge of land use, zoning, and entitlement processes.
  • Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
  • Highly organized, self-directed, and solutions-oriented.
  • Ability to manage multiple complex projects.
  • Based full-time in Winter Park, FL.

Benefits That Support You
  • Childcare reimbursement
  • Trip of a Lifetime program
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Wellness Reimbursement Program
  • Learning & development opportunities
  • Competitive pay
  • Volunteer time
  • Paid maternity/paternity leave
  • Team-building events
  • 401(k)
  • Vacation & personal days
  • Holiday pay
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • LTD/STD
  • Life insurance


This job description is not all inclusive. Timbers Company reserves the right to amend this job description at any time.

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