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VP of Development

Confidential Developer | O?ahu, Hawai?i (Relocation candidates may be considered)

A well-established Hawai?i-based real estate development platform is seeking a VP of Development to lead complex residential development initiatives from early-stage land strategy through planning, entitlement, financial coordination, and project execution.

This is a rare opportunity to join a lean, high-impact team where this role serves as a key driver of the development function. The position is best suited for a seasoned development executive who has successfully led projects from start to finish and understands how to navigate the full development lifecycle, not just one segment of it.

What you'll do

• Lead development initiatives from land evaluation and planning through entitlement, permitting, budgeting, design coordination, and execution oversight
• Coordinate with executive leadership and internal teams on project strategy, timing, feasibility, and financial planning
• Drive development pro formas, cost assumptions, and long-range budgets in partnership with finance and cross-functional leadership
• Work closely with architects, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies
• Support land acquisition and land disposition strategy, including negotiation and deal coordination
• Help shape community planning, product mix, and market-aligned development decisions
• Serve as a key representative of the organization with external stakeholders, agencies, and partners

What they're looking for

• Significant experience in real estate development leadership, ideally within residential and land development environments
• Proven ability to lead projects end-to-end
• Strong background in entitlement and permitting
• Experience with pro formas, budget development, cost estimation, and financial coordination
• Familiarity with horizontal residential development, product planning, and pricing strategy
• Experience coordinating civil and vertical development-related activities across consultants and project teams
• Strong communication skills, including polished written communication and executive-facing presentation ability
• Ability to operate effectively in a lean organization where leadership depth, judgment, and accountability matter

Preferred background

• Hawai?i development experience strongly valued
• Experience working with local agencies, consultants, and regulatory processes
• Background that includes both strategic planning and hands-on development execution

Compensation

• Base salary up to $230,000
• Bonus potential
• Auto allowance