Director of Origination

Director of Origination (Spec and Custom Home)

Peoplr is searching for a Director of Origination for our client, Snap.Build, in the mortgage origination and lending industry. This senior executive-level position is ideal for seasoned B2B residential construction lending professionals with deep expertise in mortgage banking, construction finance, and builder relationship management. The Director of Origination is a full-time, onsite role.

What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)

As a Director of Origination, you will own…

• Residential Loan Origination (B2B): Manage the full lifecycle of residential construction loans—from application through closing and secondary market sale—while meeting monthly production and performance targets
  


• Pipeline & Team Coordination: Collaborate with underwriting, processing, and closing teams to ensure timely funding and maintain consistent production volume aligned with compensation milestones
  


• Builder & Partner Development: Build and maintain strong relationships with residential builders, contractors, and developers while generating new business through networking and referrals
  


• Industry Engagement & Brand Representation: Represent the company at major trade shows and industry events, enhance brand visibility, and stay current on market trends and competitive landscape
  


• Reporting, Compliance & Performance Tracking: Maintain accurate pipeline and production records, ensure compliance with lending regulations, and regularly report performance metrics to leadership
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities
  


• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision
  

Required Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of experience in mortgage banking, construction lending, or real estate finance
  


• Experience with residential construction loan products, including spec and custom home lending
  


• Demonstrated track record of successful loan origination with verifiable production history; proven ability to achieve and sustain monthly production volume targets of $20MM or greater
  


• Established network of relationships with builders, contractors, and real estate professionals; strong business development, networking, and relationship management skills
  


• In-depth knowledge of construction lending guidelines, underwriting standards, and secondary market operations
  


• Understanding of loan trading, loan servicing, and secondary mortgage market mechanics
  


• Familiarity with origination fee structures, basis point calculations, and construction loan pricing
  


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills appropriate for executive-level interaction
  


• Proficiency with loan origination systems and technology platforms
  


• High school diploma
  


• Applicable NMLS licensing
  

Preferred Qualifications

•  Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, real estate, or related field