Vice President, Acquisitions – Portfolio Strategy

Dayforce

Vice President leading KOA's acquisitions and portfolio strategy to optimize campground and RV park investments. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure financial and operational success.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeRemote • Montana • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in real estate acquisitions, underwriting, and financial modeling, with a strong focus on portfolio optimization and strategic growth. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex transactions in the real estate and hospitality sectors.

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Real Estate AcquisitionsFinancial ModelingUnderwritingNegotiation SkillsPortfolio Management

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Hard Skills

Valuation MethodologiesMarket Demand ModelingSite Selection AnalysisCapital AllocationJoint-Venture StructuresDevelopment ContractsEnvironmental AssessmentsZoningLand Use PlanningTransaction Processes

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipNegotiationCross-Functional Collaboration

Industry Keywords

Real EstateHospitality InvestmentPrivate EquityAcquisition PipelineBroker RelationshipsInvestment CommitteePost-Acquisition PerformanceDispositionMixed-Use Outdoor HospitalityGlamping Properties

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute KOA’s long-term portfolio optimization plan and real estate growth strategy aligned with corporate objectives and board-approved investment criteria.
Identify target markets, asset types (campgrounds, RV resorts, glamping properties, mixed-use outdoor hospitality assets), and geographic expansion opportunities.
Build a robust acquisition pipeline through broker relationships, off-market sourcing, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
Lead feasibility studies, site selection analysis, and market demand modeling for new property opportunities.
Work closely with the Campground Operations team to identify underperforming properties for disposition.
Oversee underwriting, valuation modeling, and property due diligence for all potential acquisitions and development projects.
Partner with the CFO and Finance team on capital allocation, debt and equity structuring, and investment committee materials.
Lead end-to-end transaction processes, including LOIs, purchase agreements, due diligence coordination, and closing execution with the acquisition team and KOA's real estate attorney.
Monitor post-acquisition performance against underwriting assumptions and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field or equivalent experience.
7+ years of progressive experience in real estate acquisitions, dispositions, development, private equity, or hospitality investment.
Proven track record leading multi-site or portfolio-level property acquisitions.
Deep knowledge of real estate underwriting, valuation methodologies, and financial modeling.
Experience negotiating purchase agreements, development contracts, and joint-venture structures.
Strong understanding of land use planning, zoning, entitlements, environmental assessments, and infrastructure requirements.
Executive-level leadership experience with cross-functional teams.
Exceptional analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
Ability to travel as needed to evaluate sites and manage transactions (approximately 25%).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development opportunities
Travel opportunities