Remote VP, Real Estate Development – Texas Growth

Ladders; United States; On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Summer Fridays

Paid maternity leave

Generous employee referral program

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Vice President of Real Estate Development to lead development and acquisition efforts in Texas. The role focuses on sourcing opportunities, building a strong pipeline, and advancing projects from diligence through closing.

Remote - US-based candidates; compensation range $160,000–$200,000 annually. Requires deep market relationships, sharp financial skills, and strategic leadership to drive growth across Texas markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in real estate, finance, business, or related field.
• Graduate degree preferred.
• 10+ years in commercial real estate development, acquisitions, or business development with proven deal sourcing in Texas.
• Established network with Texas landowners, brokers, municipalities, and capital partners.
• Experience overseeing all phases of development projects including acquisition, entitlement, design, and construction.
• Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with ARGUS Enterprise is a plus.
• Strong negotiation, relationship-building, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate new development and acquisition opportunities in Texas.
• Build a pipeline of off-market opportunities through key industry relationships.
• Lead due diligence for acquisitions, assessing risk and feasibility.
• Cultivate relationships with stakeholders in Texas real estate.
• Work with the investment analysis team on financial models and underwriting.
• Represent the company at industry events to enhance brand presence.
• Coordinate with internal teams to advance projects from sourcing to closing.
• Monitor local regulations impacting development in Texas markets.
• Set annual business development goals and strategy.

Skills

10+ years CRE experience in TX

Texas real estate network

Development project management

Negotiation

Relationship building

Communication

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in real estate/finance/business

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

Excel

ARGUS Enterprise

Job description

Ladders is seeking a Vice President of Real Estate Development to lead development and acquisition efforts in Texas. The role focuses on sourcing opportunities, building a strong pipeline, and advancing projects from diligence through closing.

Remote - US-based candidates; compensation range $160,000–$200,000 annually. Requires deep market relationships, sharp financial skills, and strategic leadership to drive growth across Texas markets.