Director, Asset Management

GWL Realty Advisors•Toronto, ON

5d•CA$125,000 - CA$175,000•Hybrid

About The Position

GWLRA is a leader in both the commercial and multi-residential real estate industries. We believe in generating value by creating vibrant, sustainable communities that engage, excite, and inspire. Our people live our values through the work they do and the results they deliver. Our core values are keeping our word, working better together and embracing diversity. Reporting to the Vice President, Asset Management, this dynamic individual will fill the position of Director, Asset Management to oversee a portfolio of residential and mixed-use assets in Central and Eastern Canada regions. This role will work alongside the Asset Management team in Toronto to ensure that there is an effective allocation of resources required to optimize the management of the portfolio and advance the strategic objectives as articulated in each property business plan. This leadership role will actively participate in establishing and executing on the strategic objectives and management decisions. The ideal candidate is highly organized with a keen eye for detail, a high degree of common sense and judgment. The successful person will be a self-starter, a strategic thinker and have a great service-oriented attitude that will continue to encourage constant improvement of services and performance.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of industry experience and post-secondary education in a related discipline as well as your proven knowledge of building systems positions you as an asset to our team
Strong leadership, communication skills, and interpersonal skills
Ability to look for ways we can reduce our environmental footprint will show your passion for sustainability and energy management
Charismatic and results driven leader that can mobilize a team to action and accountability around a common vision
Strong negotiation skill set together with a proven track record of delivering results

Nice To Haves

Bilingualism in English and French is preferred and considered a strong asset

Responsibilities

Act as liaison with internal teams (i.e., Asset Management, Leasing, Property Management & Development) to establish and execute on property management, leasing, and value creation strategies.
Prepare and communicate budgets, business plans, quarterly and annual reports to GWLRA senior management, Portfolio Management and / or external clients
Participate in the acquisition, disposition, development, and renovations of new and existing properties
Oversee the monthly or quarterly internal and external valuation and reporting requirements utilizing Argus Enterprise software
Work in conjunction with the property level teams and other internal divisions and stakeholders to establish the overall direction of property management services for the portfolio
Focusing on long range planning, service benchmarking, profitability as well as a focus on energy management and sustainability
Ensure leading-edge policies, procedures and best practices are in place for all aspects of the portfolio; including tenant relations, building operations, construction services, security/life safety, environmental compliance, purchase due diligence, etc.
In conjunction with your teams, develop operating and expense budgets for both specific assets as well as the overall region
Develop and implement long-term capital project plans
Develop, coach, and motivate a high-performance team
Build strong relationships and act as a mentor
Create opportunities for growth within your team
Develop long term strategy on staff development and recognition
Represent GWLRA as an active participant within the real estate sector, engaging with consultants, tenants, leasing brokers, and others