Dar Ahrens serves as Taylor Morrison’s West Area President. In his role, he oversees and drives operational excellence and growth for the Company’s West Area markets.
Having held this position from 2015-2020, Mr. Ahrens has built strong relationships and has historical knowledge of the markets he leads. Mr. Ahrens previously served as Taylor Morrison’s Chief Field Operations Officer from 2020 to early 2023, where he oversaw all day-to-day homebuilding operations, national purchasing and construction optimization. Since joining the Company in September 2006, he has also held key Division President and Regional President positions.
Prior to joining Taylor Morrison, he served as the Vice President of Operations and Vice President of Land for Pulte Homes and held senior land acquisition, forward planning and development positions for Woodside Homes and John Laing Homes. Before entering homebuilding, Mr. Ahrens worked in both the commercial and heavy civil construction industries. He holds a master’s degree in building construction from the University of Florida and a B.S. from California State University, Chico.