Executive Vice President of Construction, Planning, and Development

Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA) is seeking a visionary and dynamic leader to serve as its next Executive Vice President of Construction, Planning, and Development.

Established in 1937, the Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA) is a municipal agency providing public housing services to nearly 80,000 residents in the city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. PHA is embarking on a multi-year strategy to invest in or redevelop over 12,900 existing public housing units and to develop or acquire up to 7,000 new or existing affordable housing units. With a budget of more than $650 million and thousands of families served annually, we are the fourth largest public housing authority in the U.S. and the largest landlord in Pennsylvania.

Quick Facts

Proven Development History: PHA is the only housing authority to receive six Choice Neighborhood Grants.

Current Development Pipeline and PHA Focus: approximately 1,185 units completed; 1,418 units acquired; 1,145 units in process and 5,371 units in the planning stage.

Housing Choice Voucher Program: PHA serves over 18,000 families who lease homes from private landlords with rent subsidies.

Public Housing Portfolio: PHA owns and manages over 12,000 public housing units, including scattered-site and conventional developments.

RAD Units: PHA uses RAD transfer-of-assistance provisions to shift subsidy from long-term vacant scattered-site public housing units to new Project Based Vouchers (PBV) developments, supporting over 750 RAD units.

Resident Services: PHA operates the Workforce Development Center and provides education, job training, youth, and senior services to support resident self-sufficiency.

For additional information on PHA, please visit: https://pha.phila.gov

EVP of Construction, Planning, and Development Key Responsibilities

The EVP of Construction, Planning, and Development (CPD) is responsible for all phases of design, financing, and construction, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. This position will oversee a division inclusive of a Senior Vice President of CPD, and various other professional staff and consultants. The EVP will identify and negotiate new acquisitions, renovations, and construction opportunities to expand PHA’s pipeline, while securing funding from public and private sources. This leader will structure complex financing deals, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with procurement and regulatory requirements. They will build strong partnerships with developers, financiers, community organizations, and government agencies to advance affordable housing initiatives and meet annual housing goals.

The EVP will represent PHA at board meetings, public events, and legislative forums, while providing strategic leadership, mentoring, and guidance to division staff. Ultimately, they will drive the progression of all development projects, strengthen PHA’s reputation, and ensure the organization’s housing mission is achieved.

Our Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate is a seasoned executive with deep expertise in affordable housing and leadership. They bring extensive knowledge of housing preservation, rehabilitation, and new construction, coupled with the ability to structure complex financing deals and raise capital through both public and private channels. Their background demonstrates success in navigating HUD regulations, state and federal housing laws, and entitlement and permitting processes, ensuring compliance while advancing ambitious development goals.

We are seeking a candidate who is a dynamic leader who inspires and develops teams. They are skilled at organizing staff, providing training, and maintaining accountability, ensuring that the Construction, Planning, and Development Division operates at the highest level of performance. With strong communication and relationship-building skills, they command credibility with executive leadership, commissioners, and external stakeholders, positioning PHA as a trusted partner in housing development. Above all, they are mission-driven, passionate about strengthening communities, and committed to advancing PHA’s reputation and resources through innovative, impactful housing initiatives.

Experience and Education Requirements

Experience: Ten years of increasingly responsible experience in housing development, including housing for low- and moderate-income households. At least five years of supervisory experience involving professional level employees.

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university. Master's degree in a related field preferred.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Benefits and Compensation

PHA offers a generous slate of employee benefits that includes medical, dental, and life insurances, short and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, participation in the PHA Defined Contribution Retirement Plan, 457 plan, paid time-off, and paid holidays.

Compensation: The salary range for this position is between $175,000.00 to $225,000.00 commensurate with experience.

For More Information or To Apply

For more information, please contact Jason Geno at [email protected].

Individuals interested in being considered for this exceptional executive leadership opportunity are invited to apply via the link below. All applicants must submit a cover letter and résumé for full consideration. The application deadline is February 13, 2026.