General Manager @ Wild Spring Dunes

Job description

## Who We Are Wild Spring Dunes spans more than 2,400 secluded acres in the Piney Woods of East Texas — towering pine and hardwood forests, open meadows, rolling hills, and spring-fed ravines. The land laid out its own logic, and the golf courses follow it: the first course, designed by Tom Doak, opened for full play in September 2026, with a second course from Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw planned. A short course, practice center, clubhouse and lodge, cabins, homesites, and F&B outlets round out the vision. Wild Spring Dunes offers a rare sense of space and quiet - a place where golf, nature, and community come together. Set between Houston and the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, it's an invitation to enjoy the walk in the pines and experience the serenity of the unbounded outdoors. ## Your role As General Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind establishing an industry-leading golf and hospitality resort experience. You will shape the culture, build the teams, and oversee every detail of our operations—from the earliest groundwork to a thriving, world-class destination. This is a unique opportunity to lead and grow a new, high-profile golf destination. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in golf course management and hospitality, with a proven track record of driving growth and maximizing operational excellence. ### What You'll Do: #### Strategic Leadership & Hospitality Operations - Oversee the overall development, launch, and ongoing management of the resort golf experience - Develop and implement strategic business plans to achieve growth targets, optimize revenue streams, and enhance the guest experience - Build, lead, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary team, fostering a culture of hospitality, excellence, collaboration, and best-in-class service - Establish and maintain high standards for resort operations, customer service, and facility management - Oversee budgeting, staffing, and performance metrics for all departments - Oversee employment activities, including recruitment, performance evaluations, training, and disciplinary actions #### Financial Leadership - Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans for the resort - Analyze financial performance, monitor KPIs, and implement strategies to optimize profitability and cost efficiency - Ensure compliance with financial reporting, regulatory requirements, and internal controls #### Marketing, Brand & Community Engagement - Champion brand storytelling and marketing that attracts guests - Foster relationships with industry partners, local leaders, potential investors and the broader community - Plan and execute events, promotions, and programs that create “wow” moments to enhance engagement and community involvement #### ### What You Bring: - 10+ years of senior leadership in golf or hospitality with experience creating community for guests - Proven success in launching or managing high-end golf resorts or mixed-use hospitality properties - A passion for building great teams and growing lasting golf communities in a dynamic, high-growth environment - Strong financial acumen, with hands-on experience managing complex budgets and P&Ls - Strategic thinking with a results-oriented mindset - Outstanding communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills - Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate complex projects - High level of adaptability, with experience managing the challenges of new developments - Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including Founders, Homeowners, and community leaders - Openness to learn from, and willingness to contribute to, other Sandborn properties and their staff - Proficient in project management and property management systems - A passion for golf, hospitality, and delivering exceptional customer experiences - Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management or related field