Business Development and Lease Advisor

3 weeks ago


Victoria, Canada BC Transit Full time

**Location**:Victoria, BC

**Employment Type**: Regular Full Time

**Union**:MOVEUP

**Salary**: MoveUp Group 10, MIN $5,634.00 - MAX $6,766.00

Please note: Wage rates are under review

**Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY)**: 02/19/2023

**Are we right for you...**:
We’re passionate about people and creating sustainable, safe and affordable public transit solutions to residents across BC. We are an organization that has a people-first approach and considers people first in every business decision that we make. We are part of the solution and what we do matters; from fighting climate change with battery electric buses, to affordability through cost effective transportation, to connecting remote communities, we bring the heart, soul and innovation to public transportation.

It’s an exciting time to be in public transportation sector and we’re looking for a creative and passionate leader to join our team. Not only would you be joining an engaged organization but you’d also get to enjoy flexible work arrangements, extended benefits and a pension plan as just a few of the benefits BC Transit employees are eligible for. Keep reading to find out if this role is meant for you

**What you'll be doing...**:
The Business Development and Lease Advisor is a critical support role that will aid in the expansion of BC Transit’s Real Estate Leased and Owned Portfolio including working with our business partners to explore new and existing real estate to support fleet expansion and business resiliency across the province. In addition to this, they will provide expertise and guidance to BC Transit’s municipal government partners on matters relating to leasing real estate, acquisition lease schedules and goals through the delivery of analyses, forecasts, business cases, public consultation, recommendations, presentations, and implementation.

This individual will represent BC Transit in negotiating leases, licenses, and other related land instruments, evaluate real estate lease alternatives, lead real estate and license due diligence. They will also support the Program Manager to expand and maintain BC Transit’s real estate assets across all of BC Transit’s provincial transit system. You will provide advice, consultation and scrutiny in the development and review of lease proposals & renewals, including project delivery method, market-based negotiation process and format, insurance and risk management issues related to the review of various competitive leasing strategies that are unique, complex and unique in nature, relative to specific local markets.

We are looking for an individual who has fantastic relationship building abilities and is able to liaise with various stakeholders such as government officials, the vendor community, regional partners, municipal officials, and BC Transit colleagues.

Some travel will be required in this position.
- To view the full job description for this role please see the attached._

**What you'll bring to the table...**:
We value lifelong learners and have found the following combination of education and experience allows people to be successful in this role:

- Experience in property development, real estate project management, commercial real estate, property construction, property management and leasing and/or acquisition, with demonstrated working knowledge of the British Columbia Land Title Act, and real estate processes in a public sector setting.
- Well-rounded knowledge of business processes, budgets, forecasting, property leasing and real estate project management. Experience and knowledge in setting up project reporting and dashboard capabilities.
- Strong real estate project delivery and project controls experience is required. Excellent business writing with superior attention to details as business cases are critical to our projects. Strong people management, organization, planning, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Advance working knowledge of the principles, procedures and processes used in property management.
- Working knowledge of real estate appraisal methodologies.
- Sound knowledge of leasing and licensing, right of ways, and real estate rent valuation.
- Solid written and oral communications skills with strong presentation skills. Solid teamwork and interpersonal skills, including negotiations and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid analytical and problem-solving skills with a sound business acumen.

**What we'll bring to the table...**:

- Comprehensive medical and dental benefits to support you and your family, regardless of what life throws at you
- Membership in a “gold plated” defined benefit pension plan, meaning it’s the best in the Province and one of the best in the country; putting you in a strong position when it comes time to retire
- Access to fitness and lifestyle centers to help you take care of your physical fitness and health
- Various programs that support employees such as an Employee Assistance Program and health and wellness



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