Job Overview
An established real estate development company with over 35 years of history in the York and Peel Regions is seeking an individual who is driven to succeed and take on an increasing level of autonomy and project management responsibility within the company.
The Project Manager - Land Use, Planning & Development will be responsible for the successful planning, design, and execution of land development projects, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with all applicable regulations. This role involves managing a team of professionals and projects from the initial concept phase through to construction and handover, overseeing budgets, schedules, and resources; maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders; and making critical decisions that impact the success of the project.
Compensation
From $90,000-$125,000 a year, commensurate with qualifications
Responsibilities
- Prepare and/or review of cost sharing agreements between various landowners and groups, including understanding of cost sharing rationales, cost sharing schedules, figures, cost breakdowns and summaries.
- Coordinate, review and approval of projects from concepts through to detailed design and construction.
- Liaise with municipalities, other approval agencies, sub-consultants and internal groups in the pursuit of approvals and general coordination.
- Monitor project schedules and design costs throughout the duration of the project from start to completion.
- Communicate pertinent project information to consultant team assigned to projects; maintains good project design records and files.
- Coordinate and participate in contract negotiations with Consultants and Contractors, and draft complex professional service agreements and addenda for review.
Qualifications
- A Canadian university degree in Urban & Regional Planning and/or other planning-related degree.
- Full or Candidate Member with the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) and the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP).
- Working knowledge of the Ontario Planning Act, Provincial Policy Statement, Places to Grow Plan, Growth Plan, Greenbelt Plan, Upper and Lower Tier Official Plans and Zoning By-Laws.
- At least 7 years of relevant experience in land use planning and development, preferably in the private sector or at the municipal level.
- Extensive experience in land development, including site analysis, due diligence and feasibility studies, zoning and permitting processes, infrastructure planning, and construction management.
- Knowledge and experience in municipal engineering and subdivision design is an asset and preferred.
- Knowledge and experience in municipal contracts with consultants, contractors and suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, proactive, can work independently and collaboratively.
- Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills, and ability to multi-task and problem-solve.
- Strong interpersonal and team management skills are essential.
- Excellent verbal and technical writing skills and ability to present reports and presentations.
- Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications, knowledge of CAD, scheduling and PDF annotation software.
- Valid Ontario Driver’s License and own vehicle.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $90,000.00-$125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Ontario LAND USE planning and development: 7 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Ontario Driver's license and car (required)
- membership with the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (preferred)
Work Location: In person
