Harper Harrison
Executive Vice President Development
Harper Harrison, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Executive Vice President of Development – Multifamily & Student Housing
Chicago, IL – Permanent, On-site
We are partnered with a nationally recognized Real Estate Developer specializing in large-scale Multifamily & Student Housing communities across major US markets. Known for its strong design identity, vertically integrated capabilities & forward-thinking culture, the firm is seeking an Executive Vice President of Development to lead its growing portfolio through all phases of the development lifecycle.
This is a high-impact leadership role offering the opportunity to shape the national pipeline, guide regional teams & play a critical role in executing complex, design-led projects that redefine the modern living experience.
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end development strategy from site acquisition, due diligence & entitlement through construction, lease-up & stabilization
Oversee a national pipeline of high-density urban & mixed-use projects, managing budgets, schedules & design integrity
Build & mentor regional development teams, fostering collaboration across acquisitions, design, construction & asset management
Partner with institutional capital partners, joint venture investors & lenders to drive project feasibility & returns
Represent the organization in key markets, maintaining strong relationships with municipalities, consultants & industry stakeholders
Provide executive oversight of all active & upcoming developments, ensuring alignment with corporate vision & performance metrics
Qualifications
15+ years of experience in Development leadership roles within Multifamily, Student Housing or Mixed-Use sectors
Proven track record of delivering large-scale projects ($100m+) in top-tier urban markets
Strong background in entitlement, design management, financial modeling & development execution
Deep understanding of capital structures, financing, and investor relations
Excellent leadership, communication & negotiation skills with a collaborative, growth-oriented mindset
Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Construction Management, Architecture, Finance or related field; advanced degree preferred
If this role matches your experience & ambitions, please apply directly through the LinkedIn apply function or send your resume to J.Greaves@harperharrison.com. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.
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We are partnered with a nationally recognized Real Estate Developer specializing in large-scale Multifamily & Student Housing communities across major US markets. Known for its strong design identity, vertically integrated capabilities & forward-thinking culture, the firm is seeking an Executive Vice President of Development to lead its growing portfolio through all phases of the development lifecycle.
This is a high-impact leadership role offering the opportunity to shape the national pipeline, guide regional teams & play a critical role in executing complex, design-led projects that redefine the modern living experience.
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end development strategy from site acquisition, due diligence & entitlement through construction, lease-up & stabilization
Oversee a national pipeline of high-density urban & mixed-use projects, managing budgets, schedules & design integrity
Build & mentor regional development teams, fostering collaboration across acquisitions, design, construction & asset management
Partner with institutional capital partners, joint venture investors & lenders to drive project feasibility & returns
Represent the organization in key markets, maintaining strong relationships with municipalities, consultants & industry stakeholders
Provide executive oversight of all active & upcoming developments, ensuring alignment with corporate vision & performance metrics
Qualifications
15+ years of experience in Development leadership roles within Multifamily, Student Housing or Mixed-Use sectors
Proven track record of delivering large-scale projects ($100m+) in top-tier urban markets
Strong background in entitlement, design management, financial modeling & development execution
Deep understanding of capital structures, financing, and investor relations
Excellent leadership, communication & negotiation skills with a collaborative, growth-oriented mindset
Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Construction Management, Architecture, Finance or related field; advanced degree preferred
If this role matches your experience & ambitions, please apply directly through the LinkedIn apply function or send your resume to J.Greaves@harperharrison.com. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.
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