Development Manager

Development Manager – Join to apply for the role at BC Housing.Location: Burnaby, B.C.Position SummaryThe Development Manager is responsible for the initiation, planning, design, risk assessment and delivery of a portfolio of complex and diverse social, affordable and mixed-market housing, group home and specialized facility developments/projects through all project development phases, from initiation through to warranty inspection and occupancy.He/she/they provides project leadership and coordination to a project team and works collaboratively with project sponsors and partners, including societies, private sector developers, consultants, industry specialists, contractors, government ministries, municipality officials, Health Authorities, First Nations and various agencies in achieving project objectives.Specific responsibilities vary depending on the role BC Housing is playing in each project, whether as a funding/delivery agency and lender (for social housing projects where the Society has a development consultant) or as project manager and lender for directly delivered projects. Salary $96,964 – $114,075 (Annually) Candidate Profile Education & Experience University degree in business administration, project management, land use planning, real estate development and financing or a related field. Considerable project management experience relating to the development of multi‑unit residential housing, including the non‑profit sector market, as well as experience negotiating contracts, municipal land‑use entitlements and real estate issues, and partnership agreements. Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the Employer. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Considerable knowledge and understanding of project management philosophies, theories and principles, including project scoping, budget development/financial management, scheduling, tendering, quality assurance, risk management and project team coordination. Considerable knowledge and understanding of real‑estate property development and construction, and related business concepts, processes and practices. Considerable knowledge of municipal planning; public consultation processes; design, development and delivery processes; project tendering and construction processes; and warranty, handover and operational processes related to real‑estate development and construction. Working knowledge and understanding of BC Housing’s housing programs, and development and lending policies specifically relating to the development of social housing. Good planning, organizational and time‑management skills in a complex and fast‑paced environment with defined timelines. Strong negotiation, facilitation, influencing, persuasion, conflict resolution and consensus building skills. Good interpersonal, project leadership and team‑building skills. Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills. Proficient computer skills including use of relevant business applications, particularly complex spreadsheet, scheduling management and project management software. Ability to coordinate planning, design development, construction and due diligence activities within a regulatory framework for a range of projects, and balance diverse interests, risks and benefits in achieving project objectives. Ability to analyze and solve complex and challenging issues, strategize options, form solutions, mitigate risks and make effective decisions, using a high degree of judgment and business acumen. Ability to develop, influence and manage collaborative and mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders/partners, interest groups and public. Ability to prepare detailed and complex reports on real‑estate property and planning, design, development and construction matters. Ability to communicate ideas and issues with a broad range of audiences, including industry professionals, clients, partners and stakeholders, where there may be diverging stakeholder objectives and opinions. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Ability to travel on commission business as needed. Valid BC Driver’s License. How to Apply Please review the attached job description for a complete list of duties, qualifications and competencies. To be considered for this competition, applicants must submit a cover letter and resume clearly identifying how they meet the qualifications necessary for this position. Your cover letter and resume should be submitted as one document in your profile when applying for this position. Please add your cover letter to your resume and submit both documents as your resume. Only applications submitted using the online recruitment system at www.bchousing.org/careers will be accepted. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact hr_admin@bchousing.org. EEO Statement At BC Housing, we’re committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, people with disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‑free work environment, starting with the hiring process. #J-18808-Ljbffr