Vice President of Development

Overview

Lead real estate development, investment, and transactions across Canada

Key Responsibilities

• deal negotiation
• project lifecycle
• due diligence
• portfolio optimization
• stakeholder engagement
• audit controls

Tasks

You’ll work closely with municipal planners, elected officials, and policy makers to stay ahead of planning changes and uncover new redevelopment opportunities within the company’s portfolio. Representing the organization at community consultations, planning committees, and council meetings, you’ll help guide projects through the approval process with clarity and confidence. As the Vice President, Development and Real Estate Investment, you will play a pivotal role in driving the firm’s growth and performance across Canada, leading major transactions, strategic negotiations, small and large scale developments and real estate investment initiatives that align with corporate goals. In this role, you’ll take the lead on real estate transactions and negotiations across Canada, ensuring every deal delivers strong value while staying on budget and on schedule. You’ll oversee the full lifecycle of development and redevelopment projects spanning multi-residential, commercial, and industrial properties — from the earliest concept through to completion. As the primary contact for real estate due diligence and integration in mergers and acquisitions, you’ll play a key role in shaping how the company expands and evolves. Beyond project work, you’ll develop and implement best practices in real estate strategy, keeping them aligned with broader financial and organizational objectives. Your work will extend across every stage of the development process — entitlement, design, permitting, financing, construction, and sales — ensuring that each project aligns with both operational goals and long-term strategic priorities. You’ll also identify ways to optimize the company’s portfolio, improve cost efficiency, and pursue new investment opportunities that support future growth. Strong relationships will be central to your success — whether collaborating with landlords, asset managers, investors, or business leaders. You’ll also help strengthen internal controls and maintain audit readiness, supporting operational excellence across the department.

Requirements

• mandarin
• 10 years
• real estate
• leadership
• toronto

What You Bring

-Proficiency in Mandarin considered a strong asset. -Minimum of 10 years’ experience in corporate real estate development and investment, , or related leadership roles. -North Toronto based with 4 days in office 1 day work from home

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Benefits

-An entrepreneurial, collaborative, and inclusive work environment that encourages innovation and growth. -Gym and fitness facilities. -Competitive compensation package, including performance-based bonus and full benefits -Professional development and training reimbursement.

About Mhb Group Canada

-From guided retained searches to contingent hiring, they tailor searches for executive or technical roles in construction and engineering. -Known for deep ties in both public and commercial sectors—from REITs and developers to consultancies and general contractors. -Typical placements span civil infrastructure, residential and ICI construction, architectural design and property management firms. -Operates exclusively in Canada and the US, often sourcing executive, project management and technical specialists for large‑scale developments.

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