Erica Lockwood
Managing Director / Executive Partner
Homebuilding Recruiter
JCP since 2000
Let’s Get Started! Call or Text: 281-359-2142
ericalockwood@josephchris.net
I could give you a long bio. But I’d rather give you a reason to call me.
I’m Erica Lockwood. Executive recruiter. Homebuilding industry lifer. Someone who will care deeply about your business, your career, and whether we’re making the right decision.
Since joining Joseph Chris Partners in 2000, I’ve partnered with homebuilders and residential developers across the country to build leadership teams, launch markets, and navigate change. My work spans division presidents, CFOs, and leaders in land, finance, operations, construction, sales, and marketing. One of my favorite parts? Seeing so many of the people I’ve placed still thriving with those companies years later, some continuing to make their mark in the role we connected them with, others growing into even greater leadership responsibilities. Those are the stories I’m proud to have a hand in.
That’s the professional introduction. Here’s what working with me actually looks like.
I ask questions. I listen closely. I remember what matters to you. And I’ll tell you what I think, including when I believe you’re overlooking an exceptional person, underestimating what a role requires, or talking yourself into a move that doesn’t fit.
When you call me, you get my experience and my honest opinion.
Decades in this industry have given me relationships and perspective that inform every search. I know the builders that changed names, the leaders who helped build them, and the context behind careers that deserve more than a quick résumé scan. I know what to ask beyond someone’s title and how to help a company understand the value that person brings.
I also understand what’s at stake. A leadership hire can change a company’s direction. A career move can change a family’s life. The responsibility that comes with being part of those decisions has never gotten smaller for me.
Relationships are my favorite part. People I’ve placed become clients. Clients become friends. Years later, the phone rings again because there’s another decision to talk through. Earning that kind of trust and continuing to deserve it is what keeps me invested.
I share what I’ve learned through mentoring, speaking, industry involvement, and my personal newsletter, Rated E: Extremely Effective. I have opinions. Usually several. I also believe that helping this industry grow means making time for the people coming up behind us.
Expect warmth, persistence, follow-through, and a sense of humor. We can do serious work and still enjoy the people we’re doing it with.
Outside of work, my favorite people call me Mom, Grandma, or a dear friend. My family, friends near and far, and two adorable grandchildren mean the world to me, while my dog Willow and cat Neeko keep life interesting at home. I love music, laughing until it hurts, and making time for the people and moments that matter. Life has taught me how precious that time is, and I intend to make it count.
Whether you’re building your leadership team or wondering what’s next for you, I’d love to hear what you’re thinking. You don’t need to have it all figured out before you call. That’s why we talk.
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Recent Placements:
Director Purchasing and Estimating- Private Homebuilder (Wisconsin)
CFO- Commercial Construction (Texas)
President- Mortgage Company (Texas)
CEO- Multifamily Development (Illinois)
Regional President- Public Homebuilder (Florida)
Regional President- Public Homebuilder (California)
Land Acquisition Manager- Public Homebuilder (Texas)
Vice President of Construction Operations- Private Homebuilder (California)
Purchasing Manager- Private Homebuilder (Ohio)
Real Estate Manager- Data Center (Texas)
Real Estate Manager- Data Center (Texas)
Director of Marketing- Private Homebuilder (Utah)
Division President- Private Homebuilder (Texas)
Chief Financial Officer- Private Homebuilder (Tennessee)
Director of Operation- Private Homebuilder (Texas)
Controller- Private Homebuilder (Texas)
Director of Land Development - Private Homebuilder (Michigan)
Vice President of Finance- Private Homebuilder (Tennessee)
Vice President of Land Acquisition- Private Homebuilder (Indiana)
Regional Director of Human Resources- Private Homebuilder (Georgia)
Director of Construction- Private Homebuilder (Ohio)
Head/Qualifying Broker- Private Homebuilder (Alabama)
Recognized in 2024, 2025, and 2026
Top 50 Women Leaders of Dallas is an annual recognition presented by Women We Admire honoring accomplished female executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals who are making a meaningful impact across business, leadership, innovation, and their communities throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth region. The award celebrates women who demonstrate exceptional leadership, drive organizational success, and inspire the next generation of leaders through their contributions and influence.
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