VP of Innovation

Vice President of Innovation

Company: Bill Beazley Homes Employment Type: Full-Time | Remote Department: Innovation & Corporate Strategy Level: Vice President

Position Overview

Bill Beazley Homes is seeking an accomplished Vice President of Innovation to lead strategic initiatives that improve business operations, modernize homebuilding processes, and identify new opportunities for growth.

This executive role requires a forward-thinking leader who understands how emerging technologies, financial strategy, and operational improvements can create measurable value in residential construction.

Working closely with executive leadership, Finance, Construction, Sales, and Operations, the VP will evaluate new technologies, develop innovative business solutions, and introduce improvements that strengthen project efficiency, customer experience, and financial performance.

The ideal candidate combines strategic vision, financial expertise, and technology awareness with the ability to turn innovative concepts into practical business results.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and lead enterprise innovation strategies aligned with corporate objectives, operational priorities, and long-term growth plans.

Identify opportunities to introduce artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and digital technologies across homebuilding and business operations.

Evaluate construction technology, property technology (PropTech), and digital platforms that improve project planning, scheduling, purchasing, and execution.

Lead initiatives to modernize internal systems, streamline workflows, and improve collaboration across Construction, Sales, Finance, and Customer Service.

Explore AI-driven applications for project forecasting, cost estimation, inventory planning, customer engagement, and operational reporting.

Partner with Finance to evaluate innovation budgets, technology investments, implementation costs, and expected return on investment (ROI).

Develop financial models and business cases to assess the feasibility and commercial value of new initiatives.

Identify opportunities to reduce construction costs, improve resource utilization, and strengthen project profitability.

Collaborate with Construction and Operations leaders to evaluate new building methods, materials, process improvements, and development technologies.

Oversee innovation projects from initial research and strategic planning through implementation and performance evaluation.

Establish performance metrics to measure technology adoption, operational efficiency, cost savings, and financial impact.

Build relationships with technology providers, industry consultants, construction partners, and strategic business partners.

Monitor emerging industry trends, competitive developments, and new technologies that could influence residential construction.

Lead organizational change initiatives and encourage innovation across departments.

Present executive-level innovation roadmaps, financial assessments, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

Recruit, mentor, and develop innovation-focused teams while maintaining accountability for strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

15+ years of progressive experience in innovation management, corporate strategy, technology leadership, construction operations, or related executive positions.

At least 7 years of senior management experience leading innovation programs, digital transformation initiatives, or cross-functional business teams.

Experience in residential construction, homebuilding, real estate development, or construction technology is strongly preferred.

Demonstrated ability to evaluate emerging technologies and translate innovative concepts into practical business solutions.

Strong financial knowledge, including budgeting, financial forecasting, investment analysis, cost management, and profitability assessment.

Experience evaluating AI applications, workflow automation, digital platforms, and enterprise technology investments.

Understanding of construction management systems, project scheduling, procurement platforms, and business intelligence tools.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial reporting systems, and relevant business analytics platforms.

Experience managing technology vendors, strategic partnerships, and complex implementation projects.

Strong executive communication, negotiation, strategic planning, and organizational leadership skills.

A bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline is required. An MBA or relevant advanced degree is preferred.

Ideal Candidate

You are an accomplished innovation executive who understands how technology, financial discipline, and operational strategy can transform residential construction businesses.

You have extensive experience identifying opportunities for automation, improving project workflows, and introducing solutions that deliver measurable financial and operational benefits.

You understand the economics of homebuilding, including construction costs, project budgets, resource allocation, and long-term profitability.

You are comfortable working with executive leadership, construction professionals, finance teams, technology providers, and external partners.

You bring an entrepreneurial mindset, strong financial judgment, and the ability to lead complex initiatives from strategic planning through implementation.

Most importantly, you combine innovation leadership, financial expertise, and practical business experience to modernize operations and support sustainable organizational growth.

Pay: $283,000.00 - $326,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Evans, GA 30809