Sanctuary
real estate
FinanceOperationsLead
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“Finance Operations Lead at Sanctuary. Skills: Capital & Draw management, Lender communication & relationship management, Insurance coordination, Interest & debt service tracking, Cashflow & reporting. Own and manage the full draw cycle for all active development projects across multiple lenders. Prepare, compile, and submit draw requests with complete supporting documentation — cost certifications, inspection reports, title updates, and lien waivers”
What You'll Achieve.
All draws are submitted and received accurately and on time - zero missed deadlines; Insurance and interest payment schedules are tracked proactively, with no lapses or surprises; The finance team always has a clear, current view of upcoming capital needs tied to the draw pipeline; Lender relationships are well-managed and responsive - draws funds without unnecessary delays
Industry & Context.
catch problems before they escalate; catch things before they become problems; make sense of incomplete information, identify what matters
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
4–7 years of experience in real estate development finance, construction lending, or a related role, Solid understanding of construction loan mechanics — draw procedures, lender requirements, inspection processes, and loan covenants., Experience managing schedules and liaising with brokers and lenders on coverage compliance, financial literacy - comfortable reading loan agreements, reconciling interest statements, and building cashflow models, Highly organised with a track record of managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Suite (Sheets, Docs, Drive, Gmail), High attention to detail and ownership mentality, Comfortable operating in ambiguity
Nice to Have
Prior experience at a real estate developer, private equity real estate firm, or construction lender, Familiarity with common lender draw platforms, Exposure to multi-lender or syndicated loan structures, Experience building or owning a cashflow model at the company level
What You'll Do.
Own and manage the full draw cycle for all active development projects across multiple lenders
and submit draw requests with complete supporting documentation — cost certifications
Coordinate with lenders
and title companies to ensure timely review and funding of each draw
Maintain a master draw schedule across the portfolio and proactively flag delays or funding risks
Track draw disbursements against approved budgets and flag variances for review
Review closing documents
settlement statements
and HUDs to identify discrepancies
or at-risk situations prior to closing
Serve as the primary point of contact for all lenders—managing all day-to-day communication and back-and-forth required to advance and receive draws
trust-based relationships with lender asset managers
construction monitors
Navigate lender queries
and conditions professionally and efficiently
Ensure all loan covenants
reporting requirements
and draw conditions are met on time
Coordinate internally with project managers
and the development team to gather and verify draw documentation
Own the full insurance lifecycle across all projects and entities — builder's risk
and other required coverages
Proactively solicit and evaluate quotes from make recommendations and coordinate binding of coverage
Manage premium payment schedules — ensure payments are made on time and reflected in project and company cashflow
Maintain a live insurance register and ensure all coverage is lender-compliant at all times. Track renewal dates and initiate renewal processes ahead of expiry
Track interest accruals and payment schedules across all construction and development loans
Reconcile interest statements from lenders against internal records and flag discrepancies
Work with the finance team to ensure interest payments are reflected accurately in project cost projections and company cashflow
Act as the operational bridge between construction and capital teams
Produce weekly and monthly reporting on draw status
and projected funding needs
Work closely with the CEO/Head of Capital to provide forward-looking cashflow inputs for treasury planning
Flag cashflow pinch points early and work cross-functionally to mitigate timing risks
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Coordinate internally with project managers, contractors, and the development team to gather and verify draw documentation; Coordinate internally across finance, development, and legal teams; Act as the operational bridge between construction and capital teams; Work cross-functionally to mitigate timing risks
Communication Scope
Excellent communicator; manage lender relationships professionally
Process & Methodology
managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Full Job Description
[https://app.ashbyhq.com/api/images/user-content/900e91d4-2dcb-4af2-92f3-7bf71edc04a7/8910937d-23b6-40bf-be09-38e1a983d2b5/LinkedIn%20Banner%201.png] Location: Remote Engagement type: Full-time Experience: 4-7 years Start preference: Only apply if you're ready to join immediately or within 30 days Compensation: $2000 - $5000 / mo (based on experience and interview) Company: www.sanctuary.co http://www.sanctuary.co ABOUT THE COMPANY Sanctuary is a US based real estate company that builds nature-led, wellness-centered communities. Our first 135-acre residential community in the Texas Hill Country is designed with: 🌱 Non-toxic materials 💧 Clean water and filtration systems ⚡ EMF-conscious design 🌿 135 acres of preserved land and eco-sensitive planning 🏗️ Masonry construction We are a global team (spread across 8 countries) of designers, architects, engineers, and dreamers building spaces that restore and inspire. For us, it's not just where people live - it's how they live. Our vision is to bring Sanctuary to major cities around the world: healthy, sovereign communities that sit on the edges of every modern metropolis. THE ROLE We're looking for a Finance Operations Lead who owns the execution layer behind everything we build — draws, lender relationships, insurance, debt tracking, and cashflow visibility. You sit at the intersection of finance, construction, and operations, and you move between all three without losing a beat. You're the person who builds the system before the chaos arrives. You catch problems before they escalate. You give leadership the real-time clarity they need to make capital decisions with confidence. YOUR DAY-TO-DAY Capital & Draw management - Own and manage the full draw cycle for all active development projects across multiple lenders - Prepare, compile, and submit draw requests with complete supporting documentation — cost certifications, inspection reports, title updates, and lien waivers - Coordinate with lenders, inspectors, and ti
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