Partner, Development

Now hiring: Partner, Development (Toronto)

Location: Toronto (Hybrid)

We're seeking a Partner, Development to help lead the execution and sourcing of new projects in Toronto and beyond, bringing to life developments that integrate housing innovation, inter-sector partnerships, community, and climate-positive design.

Join a purpose-driven team that's reimagining what cities can be: inclusive, sustainable, and built to thrive.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Partner, Development at Windmill Development Group, working closely with the President and ELT, is responsible for leading the execution and oversight of all development projects, except those defined as Special Projects, ensuring they align with Windmill's sustainability mission and One Planet Living principles. This includes managing projects from planning through completion with a focus on collaboration, accountability, and adherence to Windmill's ecological, social, and financial standards. Additionally, the Partner, Development is responsible for sourcing new development opportunities primarily in the Toronto market and other strategic markets as agreed by the Executive Leadership Team, identifying sites and project concepts that align with Windmill's strategic vision. This role also involves cultivating a high-performance and accountable project delivery team, collaborating across departments to achieve on-time and successful project outcomes. Ability to source capital partners would also be an asset.  

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Project Leadership: Oversee the full development lifecycle, from site acquisition and concept planning through to design, construction, and completion. Ensure that projects meet Windmills standards for sustainability, innovation, and financial performance while fostering a culture of accountability within the project team.
  
  
• Sustainability Integration: Ensure all projects are planned and executed with a strong commitment to One Planet Living principles. Drive initiatives to enhance resource efficiency, reduce carbon footprints, and promote regenerative practices.
  
  
• Sourcing New Opportunities: Actively identify and evaluate new development opportunities primarily in the Toronto market. Conduct feasibility analyses, market assessments, and due diligence to ensure new projects align with Windmill's goals for sustainable and regenerative development.
  
  
• Budget and Financial Management: Collaborate with finance team to develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial strategies. Ensure that projects meet or exceed financial targets while maintaining sustainability commitments.
  
  
• Nurturing Team Culture: Build and lead a high-performing project delivery team by nurturing a culture of accountability, empowerment, and continuous improvement. Set clear expectations for team performance and foster collaboration.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with stakeholders, including municipal authorities, community groups, investors, and tenants, to foster positive relationships that facilitate project success. Lead efforts to secure approvals, address community concerns, and ensure alignment with stakeholder expectations.
  
  
• Risk Management: Identify potential project risks and develop strategies to mitigate them. Ensure that all projects comply with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and Windmill's internal quality benchmarks.
  
  

ROLE COMPETENCIES

• Project Execution and Lifecycle Management: Proven ability to lead and manage the full development lifecycle, from site acquisition through design, construction, and completion. Skilled in coordinating complex project phases to ensure timely and efficient delivery aligned with Windmill's standards for sustainability and quality.
  
  
• Sustainability-Driven Decision Making: Demonstrates a strong commitment to One Planet Living principles, consistently integrating sustainable practices into all project planning and execution phases. Proficient in driving initiatives to enhance resource efficiency, reduce carbon footprints, and promote regenerative practices across all developments.
  
  
• Market Insight and Opportunity Evaluation: Expertise in sourcing, evaluating, and securing new development opportunities, with a focus on assessing feasibility, market conditions, and alignment with Windmill's strategic vision. Ability to identify high-potential projects, primarily in the Toronto market, that contribute to Windmill's growth and impact goals.
  
  
• Financial and Budget Management: Strong financial acumen with a track record of developing and managing project budgets to meet financial targets. Capable of optimizing project financial performance by balancing cost controls with sustainability commitments and achieving target ROI.
  
  
• Team Leadership and Cultural Development: Skilled in building and leading high-performing project teams, fostering a culture of accountability, empowerment, and continuous improvement. Sets clear expectations, encourages collaboration, and invests in team development to promote a supportive and productive work environment.
  
  
• Stakeholder and Community Engagement: Experienced in managing relationships with municipal authorities, community groups, investors, and other stakeholders. Effectively addresses community concerns, secures project approvals, and aligns project goals with stakeholder expectations to foster positive and lasting relationships.
  
  
• Risk Identification and Mitigation: Proficient in proactively identifying potential project risks and implementing effective mitigation strategies. Ensures all projects comply with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and internal benchmarks for quality, fostering a safe and compliant project environment.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)

1. Project Execution and Lifecycle Management
   
   1. On-Time and On-Budget Delivery: Percentage of projects completed on schedule and within budget, meeting Windmill's standards for quality and sustainability.
   2. Project Phase Efficiency: Measure of efficiency across project phases (planning, design, construction, and completion) with annual improvement targets to optimize timelines and resource use.
2. Sustainability Integration and One Planet Living Alignment
   
   1. Sustainability Compliance Rate: Achieve 100% compliance with One Planet Living principles across all projects, including targets for resource efficiency, carbon footprint reduction, and regenerative practices.
   2. Carbon Reduction Achievement: Reduction in carbon emissions per project, measured against baseline metrics, with year-over-year improvement goals.
3. Market Insight and Opportunity Sourcing
   
   1. New Development Pipeline: Number and quality of viable new development opportunities sourced in the Toronto and strategic markets, ensuring alignment with Windmill's mission and financial goals.
   2. Opportunity Success Rate: Percentage of sourced opportunities that successfully pass feasibility, market analysis, and due diligence, advancing to the development pipeline.
4. Financial and Budgetary Performance
   
   1. Budget Adherence: Track variance from budget projections across all projects, with a target to maintain or improve budget accuracy.
   2. Project ROI: Measure return on investment (ROI) for completed projects, focusing on profitability and alignment with Windmill's sustainability and impact objectives.
5. Team Performance and Culture
   
   1. Team Productivity and Accountability: Track team productivity metrics and achievement of project-specific goals, ensuring a high-performance culture within the project delivery team.
   2. Employee Engagement and Retention: Maintain high employee engagement and retention rates within the project team, fostering a collaborative, empowered, and sustainable work environment.
6. Stakeholder and Community Engagement
   
   1. Stakeholder Satisfaction: Measure stakeholder satisfaction through regular feedback from municipal authorities, community groups, investors, and tenants, aiming for a score of 85% or higher.
   2. Community Approval and Alignment: Percentage of project approvals and positive community feedback, ensuring alignment with Windmill's values and fostering strong community relationships.
7. Risk Identification and Mitigation
   
   1. Risk Management Success Rate: Percentage of identified risks effectively mitigated without incident, maintaining regulatory and safety compliance on all projects.
   2. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure 100% compliance with relevant regulations and internal quality standards, with zero incidents requiring corrective actions.
      

Executive Leadership KPI's Related to Role

• Impact: Meet and Exceed our corporate OPAP targets
• Financial: Achieve a minimum 20% annual operating margin on combined fee and consulting revenue and a 200% return on equity when factoring in project returns;
• Net Promotor Score: Customer Satisfaction – Higher than 50% in 2024
• Net Promotor Score: Investor Satisfaction – Higher than 50% by 2024
• Gallup Survey: Employee Satisfaction – Higher than 3.96/5 in 2024