Manager, Development

Description

• Manage the hiring and coordination of project consultants across all stages of development.
• Engage and collaborate with residential sales, marketing, and construction teams to ensure that project is on budget and being executed well.
• Adhere to QuadReal processes and policies while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work across various municipalities in Ontario and, as needed, in Western Canada.
• Deliver serviced land and building permit-ready lots as per project requirements.
• Deliver projects on time and on budget by coordinating with partners throughout the development cycle, including feasibility analysis, consultant management, design development, construction and occupancy.
• Provide mentorship and act as a trusted, resourceful member of the Development Team.
• Track and review project funding, land value, and municipal securities/LCs.
• Prepare regular progress reports on entitlement and active development projects.
• Review consultant and contractor invoices for accuracy and completeness against budgets and commitments.
• Establish and manage detailed project schedules.
• Work effectively with municipal staff to manage approvals and secure permits and entitlements.
• Collaborate with analysts to maintain robust financial models for development projects.
• Stay current on federal, provincial, and local initiatives, regulations, and policies.

Requirements

• Education: University undergraduate degree, preferably in Architecture, Commerce, Engineering, Urban Land Economics, Land Use Planning, or a related real estate field.
• Relationship Management: Highly proactive with the ability to build and maintain collaborative, effective working relationships. Exercises discretion and maintains strict confidentiality.
• Travel: Position will require 25-30% travel and can be more during peak times. Requirement to have access to a vehicle and have a clean drivers abstract.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present results clearly and effectively.
• Software: Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Microsoft Project/Primavera (or similar). Yardi experience is also beneficial.
• Experience: 4-6 years of relevant real estate industry experience with exposure to the full development cycle, preferably in a real estate development company or similar firm.
• Analytical: Strong quantitative skills; detail-oriented and adept at handling complex data. Experience with pro-formas and budget management is required.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance