Jim Parker

Jim Parker

Chief Operating Officer

Jim Parker was named Chief Operating Officer in June 2026. Most recently, he served as Area President of Lennar, overseeing the company’s eastern operations. A 30-year industry veteran, he previously served as Division President for Ryland Homes in Atlanta before being promoted to Regional President. Following the merger of Ryland Homes and Standard Pacific to form CalAtlantic Homes, Jim continued as Regional President until the company’s merger with Lennar in 2018. His earlier career includes leadership roles at John Wieland Homes and Beazer Homes, where he served as Vice President of Sales and Marketing and later Division President for Georgia. Jim also founded Parker Chandler Homes, operating in Atlanta, Charlotte, and Myrtle Beach, before selling the business in 2006. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Cornell University and is a co-founder of the Atlanta Chapter of HomeAid.