Senior Director Development

Vivmark Residential exists to set the mark for what home can be. Formed through the merger of AvalonBay Communities and Equity Residential, Vivmark brings together two industry leaders with a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and delivering exceptional living experiences. Our vision is to be the most trusted and best-performing rental housing company in America—one that continues to get better as it grows. As an owner, developer, and manager of more than 180,000 apartment homes in major markets across the US, we offer scale and opportunities most companies can't. Team members move up and across functions, markets, and disciplines, building lasting careers while we invest in their growth and development.

About the Role

We're seeking a strategic, entrepreneurial Senior Director of Development to lead the sourcing, planning, entitlement, and execution of multifamily and mixed-use development projects from initial pursuit through stabilization. This role is ideal for an experienced real estate development professional who thrives in complex environments, enjoys building relationships, and has a track record of successfully bringing projects from concept to completion.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new development opportunities within target markets
• Evaluate project feasibility, including financial analysis, entitlement considerations, market dynamics, environmental factors, and overall investment viability
• Lead development projects through planning, entitlement, design, approvals, construction, and stabilization
• Prepare and present investment recommendations to senior leadership and approval committees
• Build productive relationships with municipalities, elected officials, consultants, landowners, community stakeholders, and industry partners
• Lead cross-functional teams consisting of Development, Construction, Design, Asset Management, Operations, and other internal partners
• Negotiate with landowners, consultants, and external partners to advance project objectives
• Manage project budgets, schedules, consultants, and development risks
• Represent Vivmark Residential at public meetings, community forums, and industry events

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• MBA, Master’s in Real Estate Development, or a related advanced degree preferred
• 10+ years of progressively responsible real estate development experience
• Proven experience managing multifamily, mixed-use, or large-scale commercial development projects
• Strong financial modeling and investment analysis skills
• Demonstrated success navigating entitlement processes and public approvals
• Exceptional relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with senior leaders, external stakeholders, and cross-functional teams
• Experience independently sourcing, structuring, and executing complex real estate transactions is strongly preferred

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Exclusive team member housing discounts

Pay

Total base pay range: $163,100.00 – $271,800.00

Location: Addison, Texas (75001) | Full-time | 40 hours per week