Development Director

About the Role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

About Timbers Company

Timbers Company develops and operates boutique hotels, residence clubs, and luxury resort communities in some of the world’s most desirable destinations. We create authentic, memorable experiences rooted in world-class hospitality and a deep sense of place.

Our Core Values guide how we work, how we collaborate, and how we show up for each other:

• Be Authentic
• Practice Humility
• Cultivate Teamwork
• Value Time
• Be Trustworthy

Benefits

• 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