Chief Development Officer (CDO)

Chief Development Officer (CDO) About the Company Rapidly growing franchisee of Crunch Fitness IndustryHealth, Wellness and Fitness TypePrivately Held, Private Equity-backed Founded2011 Employees1001-5000 About the Role The Company is in search of a Chief Development Officer (CDO) to spearhead the strategic expansion of its fitness club portfolio. The CDO will be responsible for providing executive leadership in all aspects of real estate, from market planning to new club delivery, ensuring that the company's aggressive growth goals are met. This includes developing and executing a scalable growth strategy, leading the development pipeline, and overseeing the construction and project delivery process to maintain quality and brand standards. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in multi-unit retail or consumer-facing organization development, strong commercial real estate and construction management experience, and the ability to manage significant development and capital expenditure budgets. Key responsibilities for the CDO at the company include leading the real estate and construction functions, building and maintaining relationships with real estate partners, and partnering with the executive team to identify new market opportunities. The role requires a leader with a strong financial acumen, capable of evaluating project economics and investment decisions, and a talent for building and leading high-performing teams. The successful candidate will be a strategic advisor, a strong negotiator, and will ensure that all projects are delivered on time and within budget. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred, and the role demands a growth-oriented executive who can effectively manage multiple markets and priorities in a fast-paced environment. Hiring Manager TitleCEO Functions Business DevelopmentNon-Profit Management