Vice President of Project Development Jobs

Vice President of Project Development jobs are open across construction, real estate, energy, and infrastructure at the senior executive level, with specializations in capital programs, land development, and renewable project pipelines. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles122+
Top stateTexas
Top employerCiti
Top cityDallas, TX
Work type51% Remote
Top industryBanking

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VP Business Development
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VP Business Development
PlanITROI, Inc.
Boca Raton, Florida
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
Remote (US)
51-200

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VP, Strategic Business Development
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VP, Strategic Business Development
Silk
Remote
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
11-50

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VP, Deputy General Counsel (Real Estate & Development)
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VP, Deputy General Counsel (Real Estate & Development)
Montera
San Francisco, California
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
$325k - $350k/yr
Remote (US)

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VP of International Business Development
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VP of International Business Development
Valiant Finance
Remote
Business Development
Business Strategy
Partnerships & Business Development
$180k - $213k/yr
Remote (US)

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VP, Business Development
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VP, Business Development
Ecolab
San Diego, California
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Partnerships & Business Development
$204k - $306k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Vice President of Project Development Job Market

Who's Hiring

Citi4 open roles
Shutterfly4 open roles
State Street4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Banking & Financial Services
  • Energy
  • Insurance
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Technology & Software

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in vice president of project development jobs.

  • 10 or more years of project development experience across full project lifecycle
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams through entitlement, design, and construction
  • Experience managing capital budgets and financial modeling for development projects
  • Proficiency with project management platforms and development tracking systems
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, real estate, urban planning, or a related field
  • PMP certification or equivalent project leadership credential preferred by many employers

Tips for Your Vice President of Project Development Job Search

Quantify your capital program outcomes

VP-level search committees want to see portfolio scale in dollar terms on your resume. Lead each role with total project value delivered, not just headcount managed or projects completed. Committees scan for eight-figure figures fast.

Target companies in active growth cycles

Filter openings by companies that have recently announced funding rounds, land acquisitions, or utility-scale contracts. Those organizations are building out project development leadership now, not backfilling a role that sat quiet for years.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists vice president of project development openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Align your resume to the asset class

A VP of project development in solar reads very differently from one in multifamily real estate. Customize your resume so the asset class, permitting environment, and regulatory context match the posting. Generic development experience rarely clears the first screen.

Prepare a stage-gate case study for interviews

Most VP-level interviews include a panel session where you walk through a project from predevelopment to financial close. Prepare one deal that shows how you managed entitlement risk, capital stack decisions, and schedule compression at the same time.

Negotiate scope before you negotiate comp

At the VP level, your P&L authority, pipeline budget, and direct reporting structure matter as much as base salary. Clarify those in the second or third interview so your final offer negotiation covers the full picture of the role.

Vice President of Project Development Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most vice president of project developments?

The companies hiring the most vice president of project developments right now include Citi, Shutterfly, and State Street, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated among utilities, national developers, and infrastructure contractors scaling their pipelines.

How many vice president of project development jobs are remote?

About 88% of vice president of project development openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the site-dependent nature of most development work. Strategy, stakeholder management, and financial oversight functions tend to offer the most schedule flexibility, while roles tied to active construction or entitlement processes typically require regular site presence.

How do you become a vice president of project development?

Most vice presidents of project development move up through director or senior project manager roles after building a record of delivering complex projects from predevelopment through close. You'll typically need deep experience in permitting, financial modeling, and cross-functional team leadership. An advanced degree in engineering, real estate, or business strengthens your candidacy, and specializing in a high-demand asset class like renewables or infrastructure accelerates the path.

Can you get hired as a vice president of project development without prior VP experience?

Yes, candidates are regularly hired into VP roles when they've led a substantial portfolio as a director or senior manager, even without the VP title. What matters most is demonstrated ownership of the full project lifecycle, including budget authority, stakeholder accountability, and delivery outcomes. A strong deal history and references from capital partners or executive sponsors often carry more weight than a matching title on a previous resume.

What does the vice president of project development interview process look like?

The process typically runs three to five rounds and includes an initial screening call, a panel interview with senior leadership and functional peers, and a technical or case-study session where you walk through a past project in detail. Some organizations add a presentation round where you outline a development strategy or assess a hypothetical pipeline. Reference checks at the VP level are thorough and often include capital partners or board contacts.

Where can I find and apply to vice president of project development jobs?

You can find and apply to vice president of project development jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your industry background and project type, then apply directly to each opening that fits.

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