Product Development Manager

Job Description
JOB TITLE: Production Manager (Residential Construction)
Location: Calgary
Build your future at Minto
At Minto, our mission to build thriving communities starts with our first community - our employees. We are proud to have been named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, a testament to our 70-year legacy and dedication to providing an exceptional employee experience.

Great employees like you are essential to our continued success. We invite you to join us as we welcome change, celebrate new ideas, and provide you with the resources, professional training, and diverse opportunities to grow your career.

Your Offer Will Include

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus + benefits effective 1st day + RRSP matching plan + 3 weeks' vacation
• Benefits including parental leave, unlimited physiotherapy, telemedicine and so much more
• Tuition reimbursement plans and professional development courses
• Employee recognition platform – Be rewarded by your colleagues for your contributions
• Many exciting career opportunities

Your Role On Our Team
The Product Development Manager manages consultants and suppliers, and liaises with internal and external stakeholders to drive customer value. This role ensures that optimized standards and continuous improvement strategies are implemented effectively. The Product Development Manager contributes to the development of product strategy and is responsible for its execution. This includes conducting new product research and managing consultants to design and implement assigned projects in alignment with the Business Plan, informed by market research and customer expectations. The role leads by example and actively promotes Minto's core values of accomplishment, courage, partnership, and innovation.

Product Design
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Performs new product and material research on assigned residential low-rise and mid-rise projects, based on market research and to meet customer expectations;
• Manages consultants through the procurement and production processes on the assigned projects;
• Manages the design development process for new projects, including building typology, community and design visioning, product mix and design from initiation of concept to sales launch;
• Supports the development of the contract documents (drawings and specifications) ensuring continuity of the design vision through to tender, construction and warranty processes;
• Develops, manages and reports on project budget and schedule;
• Manages external consultant RFP and contract processes, including monthly reporting;
• Performs document reviews for adequate coordination between design drawings, marketing/sales collateral and contract documentation;
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders performing document reviews and conducting site visits to ensure continuous improvement of product features and optimization of details and specifications to reduce construction complexity and cost;
• Supports acquisition, including masterplan, feasibility studies, and pro-forma (budget and schedule) efforts;
• Performs other duties within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job, as requested by management.
• Participates in feasibility studies and special projects as required;
• Develops and maintains product library, including design and construction details and standards;
• Fosters collaboration and supports efforts within the department and between functional groups
• Establishes, builds and maintains relationships with peers and trades.

Financial Accountability

• Co-ordinates and reports metrics;
• Develops cost effective alternatives to improve financial performance in all areas;

Technical Competencies
Education:
College Diploma / University Degree in Architecture.

Experience:
A minimum of seven (7+) years of previous professional experience in design development process for a residential builder and experience leading teams.

Specialized Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• Knowledge of the National Building Code, Ontario Building Code (OBC), Alberta Building Code, BC Building Code and other relevant regulations;
• Knowledge of residential low-rise and mid-rise building systems/assemblies and construction methodologies;
• AutoCAD, Microsoft Office (Project, BIM and Revit are an asset);
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills;
• Customer focused;
• Team Player;
• Problem solving, organizational and multi-tasking skills.

Our future is better together. Apply now and join us
Minto is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. Should you require accommodation or support in any aspect of our recruitment and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs.
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