Vice President, Forward Planning

Vice President, Forward Planning About the Company Progressive homebuilding group Industry Construction Type Privately Held About the Role The Company is seeking a VP of Forward Planning to take on a pivotal role in the development process. This position is not about starting from scratch but rather about owning the critical middle phase, where the focus is on ensuring that projects progress smoothly and efficiently towards vertical construction. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the due diligence process, identifying and addressing issues proactively, and navigating local municipalities and agencies with expertise. Precision in overseeing engineering, budgets, and timelines is essential, as is the ability to ensure a seamless transition to the construction phase. The ideal candidate for this role at The Company will have a strong background in forward planning, land development, or horizontal development execution. A deep understanding of due diligence, site constraints, and local market dynamics is required, along with a proven track record of managing details while keeping the big picture in mind. The role demands an individual with the instinct to catch and resolve issues early, preventing costly delays and ensuring a smooth path to construction. This is a mission-driven position, and the company values a smart, efficient product and land strategy, as well as experienced and supportive leadership. The role offers a real opportunity to build and scale, rather than simply maintaining, and is suited to those who take pride in a proactive, problem-preventing approach. Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Operations