Director, Development, Design and Construction

Travel Leisure Resort Development Inc; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Travel Leisure Resort Development Inc. seeks a Director of Strategic Development to lead strategic initiatives and oversee Development Projects and Project Managers, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. The role emphasizes advanced financial modeling, cross‑functional leadership, and collaboration with internal and external partners.

The position requires overseeing large capital projects (approx. $250M+) and contributing to site selection, negotiations, and long‑range planning, with up

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Business, Finance, or Construction Management.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong initiative, flexibility, and deadline‑oriented mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with shifting priorities.
• Ability to clearly communicate decisions to senior management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and CoStar tools.
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Experience running professional and efficient meetings.
• Experience managing complex projects and cross‑functional teams.
• Advanced understanding of NPV, IRR, and ROIC.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to Development Project Managers for strategic initiatives.
• Develop, analyze, and manage pro forma projections (revenues, expenses, cash flows, IRR, NPV, ROIC) for resort development and acquisitions.
• Support Sales operations and other units for real estate site selection, lease negotiations, and financial modeling.
• Oversee and manage $250M+ inventory capital and vendor agreements.
• Support corporate Strategic Sourcing objectives and rebate programs.
• Lead special projects and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct ad‑hoc analysis, support long‑range planning, and review legal documents.

Skills

Advanced financial modeling

Cross‑functional teamwork

Project management

Executive communication

Analytics

Education

BA/BS in Business, Finance, or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

CoStar

Job description

Role Overview

The Director, Strategic Development leads strategic initiatives and oversees Development Projects and Project Managers to ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight to Development Project Managers, ensuring effective execution of strategic initiatives and alignment with corporate objectives.
• Develop, analyze, and manage pro forma projections of revenues, expenses, cash flows, and returns—including IRR, NPV, ROIC, and other applicable metrics—for all resort development and acquisitions.
• Support Sales operations and other business units for real‑estate site selection, lease negotiations, and financial modeling.
• Oversee and support approximately $250M+ inventory capital and manage third‑party vendor agreements.
• Support corporate Strategic Sourcing objectives and rebate programs.
• Lead special projects and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct ad‑hoc analysis, support long‑range planning, and review legal documents.

Travel Requirements

Up to 40% of the time for site visits, due diligence, and partner meetings.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Business, Finance, or Construction Management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Strong initiative, flexibility, and the ability to thrive in a deadline‑oriented environment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and manage assignments that may shift based on managerial needs.
• Ability to communicate decisions and recommendations to senior management clearly and concisely.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and CoStar tools.
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Experience running professional and efficient meetings.
• Experience managing complex projects and cross‑functional teams.
• Advanced understanding of key financial metrics such as NPV, IRR, and ROIC.

Experience

Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in strategic planning, project management, or related fields, and at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing multiple teams and/or project managers. Preferred experience in M&A, Hospitality, Multi‑Family, Timeshare, or Construction Management.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Life and accidental coverage.
• Disability insurance.
• Paid time off, parental leave, and holidays (subject to eligibility).
• 401(k) with employer match (subject to eligibility).
• Employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Travel + Leisure Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applications will be considered for employment without attention to membership in any protected class.

If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], including the title and location of the position for which you are applying.