Director, Design & Construction – Homebuilding & Multifamily Development

Director, Design & Construction – Homebuilding & Multifamily Development

We are seeking a Director of Design & Construction to lead the execution of ground-up residential development projects across Senior Living and Build-to-Rent (BTR) communities. As a fully integrated developer, we own and control entitled land across the Inland Empire, with plans to deliver 400+ rental units beginning in 2027–2028.

This role is ideal for someone who is deeply passionate about transforming land into thoughtfully designed, high-quality communities—and who thrives in a hands‑on, high‑impact leadership position.

• Lead all phases of design and construction for multiple ground-up projects, from pre‑development through close‑out
• Oversee project managers and construction teams to ensure delivery on time, on budget, and to company standards
• Manage design coordination with architects, engineers, consultants, and regulatory agencies
• Drive entitlements, permitting, and approvals not yet secured by ownership
• Oversee budgeting, scheduling, GMP negotiations, and value engineering efforts
• Ensure effective project controls, reporting, and continuous process improvement
• Select and manage general contractors, subcontractors, and field personnel
• Serve as the primary point of accountability for project execution and outcomes

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
• 15+ years of experience in construction/project management within real estate development
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role (Director/VP level)
• Experience with multifamily Type V construction and single-family homebuilding
• Background in production homebuilding (50+ homes per project)
• Strong understanding of project controls, budgeting, scheduling, and construction sequencing
• Experience with financial analysis and construction planning preferred
• Senior living project experience a plus

• Strong communicator with excellent problem‑solving skills
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to operate autonomously
• Comfortable making decisions in a fast‑paced environment
• Experience working with municipalities and regulatory agencies
• Background in cost accounting, purchasing, and construction financing is a plus
• Motivated to play a key role in a growing company with direct impact on outcomes

Inland Communities Corp. is a privately held land development and homebuilding company based in Pasadena, CA. Our team brings over 120 years of combined experience across land development, planned communities, and residential construction. We are focused on delivering high-quality communities and strong returns for our partners.

• Performance‑based bonus
• Opportunity for project‑level equity participation, with growth over time

ACCEPTING LOCAL APPLICANTS ONLY (within a 50-mile radius from Pasadena)