Vice President of Development

Since 1928, Hinckley Yachts has continued to push boundaries of what’s possible on the water. Our heritage is built on bold ideas, uncompromising craftsmanship, and a relentless pursuit of excellence—principles that guide every yacht we design and every customer experience we deliver. Joining our team means stepping into an environment where precision, curiosity, and initiative are celebrated. Here, your work doesn't just support a legacy—it helps shape the future of yachting.

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, this role plays a critical leadership position to effectively develop and expand the company’s property asset portfolio, in line with strategic growth targets, through site development and M&A. The VP of Development serves as a lead for marine and waterfront development projects, from planning and permitting to design and implementation.

• Oversee project planning, permitting, design coordination, and execution
• Lead M&A due diligence and post-acquisition development planning
• Manage internal teams and external partners (engineers, architects, contractors)
• Drive entitlement efforts and ensure regulatory compliance
• Support financial modeling, pro formas, and long-range capital planning
• Evaluate project risks and develop data driven solutions
• Integrate operational needs of marine/boatyard facilities into development plans
• Ensure projects meet budget, schedule, and quality standards

• 10+ years in project or infrastructure development
• Strong technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Travel at least 5 days per month to project sites
• Experience with marine, waterfront, or boatyard environments (preferred)
• Strong permitting and entitlement expertise
• Proven ability to lead complex projects and cross functional teams
• Excellent analytical and communication skills

• Familiarity with AutoCAD LT
• Experience aligning operational, technical, and financial development strategies

Our culture values collaboration, continuous learning, and pride in craftsmanship. Here, your work doesn’t just make an impact; it becomes part of a tradition that defines performance and luxury.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. Hinckley actively promotes a culture free from discrimination, ensuring equal opportunities for all.

Hinckley offers competitive pay, health, dental, and vision coverage, a full benefits package, paid time off, and the unique benefit of working in a stunning waterfront location.