Director of Real Estate Development

**Position Title**: Director of Real Estate Development

**Location**:2723 Quadra Street

**Days/Hours of Work**:Monday to Friday 8:30 to 4:30 (37.5 hours per week)

**Compensation: $117,000 -$130,000**

**WHO WE ARE**

Since 1974, Beacon has evolved into a cornerstone of support and impact, reflecting the passion and dedication of those who recognized the transformative potential of the community. Today, we remain firmly grounded in the principles that have guided us from the start.

We provide a comprehensive range of services to a diverse population of people in need. We call the support we give “wraparound services”—this term reflects our commitment to assisting individuals throughout their entire life, from birth to the end. We dedicate ourselves to working with different demographics of our vulnerable community, from at-risk youths, seniors and those with disabilities, and helping to create opportunities to stay healthy, develop new skills, find housing, and provide support for those truly in need.

**THE OPPORTUNITY**

Reporting to the CEO, you will lead comprehensive project management efforts, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints and regulatory requirements. This role involves a potent combination of strategic planning, project management, real estate development, and community engagement. This position demands a proactive approach to risk management, compliance, and strategic decision-making, with a keen focus on maximizing the organization's existing assets and identifying new opportunities to drive sustainable growth for the organization and address housing needs within our community. You truly believe in leaving your community in a better place.

**Benefits Include**
- Making a difference in your community every day
- 100% employer-paid health, dental & vision benefits[1]
- Hybrid work environment - we recognize your life out of the office with flexibility
- Municipal Pension Plan with employer contributions
- Four weeks’ vacation to start

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**

**Strategic Planning and Vision**:

- Review, adapt and implement real estate development strategy in partnership with the Board of Directors and CEO
- Collaborate with executive leadership to integrate real estate development goals into the overall organizational strategy
- Identify viable projects and prepare business cases to support the CEO in making recommendations to the Board of Directors
- Conduct thorough feasibility studies, analyzing market demand, financial viability, and regulatory considerations
- Consult and collaborate with directors to develop project concepts and specifications

**Acquisition and Due Diligence**:

- Oversee the negotiation and acquisition of properties, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
- Conduct comprehensive due diligence processes, including but not limited to environmental assessments and title reviews
- Lead the municipal approvals process, including assembling required documents and consulting with neighbors, elected officials and stakeholders

**Design and Development**:

- Project management of real estate projects under development
- Work closely with architects, engineers and construction teams to conceptualize and execute high-quality, sustainable, and community-centric real estate projects
- Ensure that designs reflect environmental sustainability practices and accessibility standards

**Community Engagement and Partnerships**
- Cultivate positive relationships with local communities, stakeholders and government agencies
- Facilitate community consultations to gather input and ensure that projects meet the needs and expectations of the community
- Negotiate and develop memorandums of understanding with key stakeholders

**Financial Management and Funding**:

- Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and adherence to funding guidelines
- Identify and secure various funding sources, partnerships and philanthropic support
- Collaborate with Finance and Development to develop business cases and funding sources
- Identify and secure new business opportunities

**Compliance and Risk Management**:

- Ensure compliance with BC labour requirements, zoning regulations, municipal permitting, and other relevant regulatory and legislative requirements
- Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks associated with real estate development projects
- Review and maintain records of all contract changes and coordinate change process
- Undertake post-completion reviews, verify close-out documentation, and coordinate subsequent reviews

**Reporting and Documentation**:

- Provide regular progress reports to executive leadership, the Board of Directors and funders
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including but not limited to financial records, contracts and regulatory approvals

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE**
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Architecture Urban Planning or similar
- Seven (7) years’ real es