Sedona Care Communities introduction:Sedona Care Communities is a local Niagara Region based senior care organization that believes in the concept of aging in place. Together with Pioneer Elderly Care and Chapel Heights Senior Community, our St. Catharines based care facilities specializing in dementia care and our Niagara Falls based retirement and care home respectively, offer a full spectrum of senior living options from independent living to full care. Pioneer Elderly Care, founded in 2012 provides dedicated dementia care in a home that mirrors a residential home setting. Since opening our doors at Chapel Heights in August of 2020, we have built a reputation for providing engaging and compassionate care.At this juncture, Sedona Care Communities is looking to expand the Pioneer Elderly Care model and locations across the Niagara Region, starting with the addition of homes at the Chapel Heights Property in Niagara Falls. This initiative is what is driving our search for a VP of Development. This expansion strategy will continue across all major centers in the Niagara Region where warranted.Our Mission is "To provide enriched elderly support irrespective of where the elder years may take you"Our Vision is "To help elders reach their optimal vitality"Our Values are:CompassionRespectInclusionTeamworkCustomer commitmentJob Title: Vice President of DevelopmentLocation: Niagara Falls / Niagara RegionReports to: COO and the Board of DirectorsType: Full-Time,



Executive LeadershipOverviewWe are seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Vice President of Development to lead the strategic expansion of our Pioneer Elderly Care model through the development of new facilities. This role will oversee the full lifecycle of development—from site selection and feasibility through construction, opening, and stabilization — with an intentional, long-term transition into operations leadership as the portfolio matures.This is a unique prospect for a development executive who wants to build assets and ultimately help run them.The success of this initiative, and the role as Vice President of Development will largely be based on ensuring the design and construction of these facilities result in resident satisfaction, facility appeal, and operational efficiencies.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelopment Leadership· Lead the end-to-end development of new senior care facilities.· Ensure the design phase achieves a very appealing facility and supports optimal operational functionality and efficiencies.· Oversee entitlements, zoning, design, and construction in partnership with architects, contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders.· Coordinate financing efforts, including working with lenders, investors, and internal stakeholders.· Establish development timelines, budgets,



and risk mitigation strategies.· Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and aligned with brand and care standards.· Manage feasibility studies, pro formas, and investment analysis.· Identify and evaluate recent market opportunities across the Niagara Region.·Qualifications5+ years of experience in real estate development, senior housing, healthcare, or a related field.Proven track record of successfully delivering complex development projects.Experience in senior living, healthcare, or regulated real estate strongly preferred.Strong financial acumen, including underwriting and capital structuring.Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and external partners.Strategic mindset with a hands-on, execution-oriented approach.Interest in, and aptitude for, transitioning into an operational leadership role.Ideal Candidate ProfileBuilder's mindset with operator empathy.Comfortable navigating ambiguity in growth-stage environments.Long-term thinker who wants to grow with the organization.Credible executive presence with the ability to work at both strategic and tactical levels.Why This RoleOpportunity to shape and scale a growing senior care platform.Clear path from development leadership into operations.Executive visibility and meaningful impact on communities and residents.Join a company on a growth pathCompetitive compensation, including long-term incentives tied to growth and performance.Job Type: Full-timePay: $100,000.00-$130,000.00 per yearBenefits:Dental careExtended health careOn-site parkingVision careWork Location: In person

📌 Vp Of Development - C$100,000 - C$130,000 A Year (Niagara Falls)
🏢 Sedona Care Communities
📍 Niagara Falls