NOC Director

Reports To: Executive Vice President, Development
The Director of Development will be a key member of the VMC team at SmartCentres and will work closely with internal and external consultants to advance approvals across the VMC portfolio. The successful candidate will be managing all aspects of the approval process for residential, mixed-use projects, and commercial projects, motivated by thoughtful design and long-term ownership.
Lead and responsible for multiple high-rise projects throughout the approval process — including planning approvals, design development, and liaison during construction — by working with multi-disciplined consultant teams and various government authorities.
Maintain appropriate records of architectural, landscape, and engineering plans, as well as approvals, permits, and agreements for each project.
Prepare and maintain project schedules, meeting minutes, budgets, cost tracking, and assist in other financial reporting.
Support various internal departments – Sales and Marketing, Construction, Accounting, Legal, and Finance as needed and identify ways to optimize coordination between internal stakeholders.
Help build industry and market presence and awareness.
Academic/Professional Requirements:
~ Post-secondary degree in Urban Planning or Architecture.

4+ years of relevant work experience within the real estate development industry and/or relevant practical experience.
~ A strong understanding of planning policies, regulations, and approvals processes in the Greater Toronto Area is desirable.
~ Knowledge of Bluebeam Revu, Revit, and AutoCAD would be considered a benefit.
~ The Associate Planning is expected to be a team player and work effectively with colleagues and associates in terms of input, sharing of ideas and working to achieve a common goal.