Arch Amenities Group

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Job Title: Vice President of Development Services Department: Consulting and Recruiting Reports to: Managing Director, Consulting Job Type: Exempt   Arch Amenities Group Wellness-driven. Hospitality-focused.   Arch Amenities Group is the leading provider of amenity management, consulting, and wellness services for commercial real estate, residential communities, and hospitality properties. Formed through the strategic acquisition of top hospitality and wellness-led providers, Arch brings together decades of experience and forward-thinking innovation to deliver unmatched lifestyle and hospitality experiences. We partner with owners, operators, and developers to transform spas, fitness centers, meeting and event spaces, pools, clubs, and residential amenities into vibrant destinations that foster connection, wellness, and belonging. Our mission is to create spaces where people thrive. With a North American footprint, a diverse client portfolio, and a highly trained service team, we help properties unlock the full potential of their amenity spaces by improving satisfaction, increasing retention, and driving ROI through thoughtful programming, operational excellence, and seamless service. The Arch in our name reflects the connections we build between people and spaces, guests and experiences, and teams and technology. Everything we do is designed to create lasting value and measurable impact. If you're looking to grow with an organization that leads in hospitality, wellness, and lifestyle services, Arch is a place to do what you love and build a career with purpose. Join the team shaping the future of the amenity experience. Job Summary:    The Vice President of Development Services leads the planning, execution, and delivery of capital development projects across the organization. This executive-level role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the development lifecycle--from site selection and entitlements through design, construction, and handover. The VP ensures that projects meet strategic, financial, and operational goals while maintaining high standards for quality, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.   Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: * Develop and implement the organization's development strategy, aligning with business growth, brand standards, and market expansion goals. * Provide executive oversight of all capital projects including new developments, renovations, and major upgrades. * Partner with executive leadership, finance, and operations to align development priorities with overall business objectives. Project Oversight: * Direct all phases of the development process including feasibility, budgeting, zoning, design, construction, and close-out. * Lead project teams, architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery. * Oversee RFP processes, contract negotiations, and vendor selection for design, construction, and specialty services. Financial & Risk Management: * Develop and manage development budgets and pro formas; ensure project profitability and ROI. * Monitor financial performance and implement risk mitigation strategies throughout project lifecycles. * Secure necessary funding and approvals through internal governance and external financing partners when applicable. Compliance & Quality Assurance: * Ensure all projects comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including environmental, accessibility, and permitting standards. * Maintain rigorous standards for safety, quality, and sustainability. * Incorporate ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles into development practices, where appropriate. Team & Stakeholder Management: * Build and lead a high-performing team of development professionals and project managers. * Collaborate cross-functionally with legal, construction, asset management, and operations teams. * Communicate project updates, risks, and strategic decisions to board members, executive stakeholders, and external partners.   Qualifications: Education & Experience: * Bachelor's degree in Real Estate Development, Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree or MBA preferred). * 10--15 years of progressive leadership experience in eal estate or capital project development. * Proven success delivering complex, high-value projects across multiple geographies or business lines. Skills & Competencies: * Strong business acumen and financial literacy with the ability to manage multimillion-dollar budgets. * Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and communication skills. * Expertise in construction contracts (GMP, CMAR, Design-Build), entitlement processes, and value engineering. * Ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on project management and execution. Essential Function Seldom Occasionally Frequently Stationary Position -- Sitting or Standing     X Active Position -- Walking, jogging, running X     Use of hands/fingers -- Operate, Use, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position, Prepare, activate     X Climb/Balance -- Stairs, ladders, ropes, equipment, beams X     Stoop/kneel/crouch or crawl -- Position self, move   X   Talk/hear -- communicate, detect, converse with, discern, convey, express oneself, exchange information     X See -- Detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, estimate, assess     X Carry weight, lift -- Move, transport, position, put, install, remove -- 50 lbs or less   X   Carry weight, lift -- Move, transport, position, put, install, remove -- 50 lbs or more X     Exposure to -- Exposed, work around, chemicals, odors, smells, noise, indoors or outdoors, heat, cool. X       DISCLAIMER The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodation will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Job descriptions typically change over time as requirements and employee skill levels change. Supervisors may revise and/or add duties to reflect these changes. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Arch Amenities Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Arch Amenities Group, LLC is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need accommodation at any point during the interview process.