Douglas J. Nesmith
Executive Director Real Estate Development
Professional Construction Management Executive
Certified Probate Real Estate Specialist Certified Notary Signing Agent
Core Competencies
Real Estate Development, Affordable Housing Development, Probate Administration, Deed Transfers & Estate Services, Construction Management, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Contract Negotiations, Budget Development & Cost Control, Community Redevelopment, Government Relations, Team Leadership, Regulatory Compliance, Property Acquisition, Business Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Operations Management. Professional Experience
Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas – Orphans' Court Division & Register of Wills
(1994–2024)
Supervisor responsible for probate administration, estate filings, staff supervision, public assistance, workflow management, training, and operational continuity. Deeds Done Daily, LLC (2024–Present)
Founder & Managing Director providing probate real estate services, deed transfers, notarizations, estate administration assistance, title review, and real estate consulting. Valorian Group (2026–Present)
Executive Director & Development Consultant leading housing development initiatives, lender packages, feasibility studies, investor presentations, and development planning. On-Time Developer, LLC (2012–2017)
Chief Executive Officer & President overseeing project development, estimating, budgeting, permitting, scheduling, contract administration, and construction oversight. Nesmith & Company, Inc. (2011–2014)
Director of Operations managing commercial and residential construction projects, labor resources, subcontractors, budgets, and compliance.
Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority (2005–2011)
Project Manager coordinating redevelopment projects, bid evaluations, project budgeting, contractor management, and community revitalization efforts. Education & Certifications
Drexel University – Construction Management & Building Construction Certification; Temple University – Real Estate Licensure;
Certified Probate Real Estate Specialist;
Certified Notary Signing Agent;
TWIC Federal Security Clearance;
First Aid/CPR/AED Certification.