The Senior Vice President of Development & Construction will lead the execution of ground-up industrial real estate developments across the company's portfolio. This role is responsible for overseeing the full development lifecycle-from entitlements through design, construction, and delivery-while managing internal development and construction teams and external consultants.
The ideal candidate brings deep experience in merchant industrial development, a hands-on leadership style, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality industrial projects on schedule and within budget.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIESDevelopment & Entitlements- Oversee entitlement processes including zoning, site plan approvals, variances, and coordination with municipalities and governing agencies.
- Partner with acquisitions and capital markets teams on underwriting, feasibility analysis, and development strategy.
- Identify and mitigate entitlement, construction, and schedule risks throughout the development process.
Construction Oversight- Provide executive oversight of construction activities across multiple projects and markets.
- Manage, mentor, and hold accountable Construction Project Managers and Development Managers.
- Oversee design development, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and value engineering.
- Ensure adherence to budgets, schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements.
- Lead the selection and management of architects, engineers, general contractors, and key consultants.
Team Leadership & Process- Build, lead, and scale high-performing development and construction teams.
- Establish best practices, systems, and reporting standards for consistent execution.
- Foster a collaborative, results-driven culture focused on accountability and performance.
Financial & Strategic Responsibilities- Oversee development budgets, GMP negotiations, and cost controls.
- Review and approve change orders, contracts, and major development expenditures.
- Partner with senior leadership to align development strategy with overall company objectives.
- Support investor, lender, and partner relationships as required.
QUALIFICATIONSExperience- Minimum of 15 years of experience in industrial real estate development and construction.
- Significant experience delivering ground-up, speculative and build-to-suit industrial projects.
- Proven background in merchant building environments with a developer, owner-operator, or institutional platform.
- Demonstrated experience managing entitlement processes across multiple jurisdictions.
- Experience leading and overseeing Development Managers and Construction Project Managers.
Skills & Attributes- Deep understanding of industrial building types, including warehouse, distribution, logistics, and light manufacturing.
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- Highly analytical with strong budgeting, scheduling, and risk-management capabilities.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills with municipalities, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on, execution-focused approach.
Education- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate, Architecture, or a related field.
- Advanced degree or professional certifications are a plus.
