Director of New Construction Lending

Director of New Construction Lending Retail Mortgage Division | Bank Platform Overview Our client, a well-capitalized bank with a growing retail mortgage platform, is seeking a Director of New Construction Lending to lead and scale its construction-to-permanent and new construction mortgage strategy. This role sits at the intersection of production, risk management, builder relationships, and operational execution. The right leader understands both the sales engine and the banking discipline required to grow new construction lending profitably and responsibly. This is not a single-market role. It is a leadership position designed to bring structure, consistency, and scalable growth to the bank's construction lending efforts across retail markets. Key ResponsibilitiesOwn the new construction and construction-to-permanent lending strategy within the retail mortgage divisionPartner with retail sales leadership to develop and support loan officers originating construction loansBuild and manage builder, developer, and Realtor relationships, ensuring alignment with bank credit standardsCollaborate with credit, risk, underwriting, and operations to ensure sound loan structures and smooth executionEstablish guidelines, training, and best practices for construction lending across marketsProvide leadership oversight for pipeline management, draw processes, and lifecycle executionServe as the internal subject-matter expert on construction lending products, policies, and market trends Ideal Candidate ProfileCurrent or recent mortgage banking or bank-based lending experienceDemonstrated success with construction and construction-to-permanent lendingStrong understanding of credit, risk, and regulatory expectations in a bank environmentProven ability to lead through influence, working across sales, credit, and operationsExperience supporting or managing loan officers originating construction loansProfessional presence with the ability to build trust with internal stakeholders and external partnersStrategic thinker who can balance growth initiatives with disciplined execution Why This RoleOpportunity to shape and lead a key growth channel within a stable bank platformHigh-visibility role with direct impact on retail mortgage expansionLong-term career opportunity for a leader who enjoys building systems, not just closing loansCollaborative culture that values experience, judgment, and relationship-based growth Next Step If you have built or led a construction lending platform-and want the opportunity to oversee and scale it within a bank environment-this role offers both impact and longevity. Confidential conversations are encouraged. The EMAC Group is an Executive Search Firm with clients such as Fed and State Charter Banks, IMBs, Credit Unions, and larger brokers, nationwide.