Philadelphia Housing Authority - Executive Vice President of Construction, Planning, and Development

Philadelphia Housing Authority - 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, PHA is the fourth largest public housing authority in the United States, providing services to nearly 80,000 residents in Philadelphia.

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.

• PHA is the only housing authority to receive six Choice Neighborhood Grants.
• Approximately 1,185 units completed; 1,418 units acquired; 1,145 units in process; 5,371 units in the planning stage.
• PHA serves over 18,000 families through the Housing Choice Voucher Program.
• POW owns and manages over 12,000 public housing units, including scattered‑site and conventional developments.
• PHA uses RAD transfer‑of‑assistance provisions to shift subsidies to new Project Based Voucher developments, supporting over 750 RAD units.
• PHA operates a Workforce Development Center and provides education, job training, youth, and senior services to support resident self‑sufficiency.

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 oversees a division inclusive of a Senior Vice President of CPD and various professional staff and consultants.

Responsibilities include:

• Identifying and negotiating new acquisitions, renovations, and construction opportunities.
• Securing funding from public and private sources, structuring complex financing deals, and managing budgets.
• Ensuring compliance with procurement and regulatory requirements.
• Building partnerships with developers, financiers, community organizations, and government agencies.
• Representing PHA at board meetings, public events, and legislative forums.
• Providing strategic leadership, mentoring, and guidance to division staff.

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.

Key attributes:

• Experience navigating HUD regulations, state and federal housing laws, entitlement, and permitting processes.
• Dynamic leadership skills – inspiring, developing teams, and maintaining accountability.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills, capable of engaging executive leadership, commissioners, and external stakeholders.
• Mission‑driven and committed to advancing PHA’s reputation and resources through innovative, impactful housing initiatives.

Experience: Ten years of progressively 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: Medical, dental, and life insurance; short‑ and long‑term disability; flexible spending accounts; participation in the PHA Defined Contribution Retirement Plan and 457 plan; paid time‑off and paid holidays.

Compensation: Salary range is $ to $, commensurate with experience.

Individuals interested in this executive leadership opportunity are invited to apply via the link below. All applicants must submit a cover letter and résumé for full consideration.

Contact:
Jason Geno,

Final date to receive applications:
February 13, 2026.