Director, Development, Nicola Real Estate

Nicola Wealth•Toronto, ON

66d•$160,000 - $190,000•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the VP, Development, this role will oversee and drive the successful approval and execution of development projects within the Ontario portfolio for Nicola Real Estate. This includes managing all aspects of planning and municipal approvals, coordinating with third-party architects, consultants, and engineers, and leading negotiations with municipal staff to ensure timely and efficient processing of development applications. The role requires strong leadership to represent NRE at stakeholder events, manage internal resources, and prepare comprehensive reports, ultimately supporting Nicola Wealth’s strategic goals in urban development and investment. This role is 5-days per week in office.

Requirements

8+ years of real estate experience in a progressively senior role - with a minimum of 5 years in the industry as a Development Manager, Senior Development Manager/Director.
Demonstrated experience overseeing teams and leading complex mixed-use development projects from inception through to completion.
Relevant post-secondary education in architecture, planning, engineering, urban land economics
A strong understanding of real estate market trends, project launches and competitor awareness, and land regulation policies
An understanding of construction processes including knowledge of CCDCs, Change Orders Site Instructions, etc.
Highly proficient in MS Office (especially Excel and Outlook)
Proficient in MS Project
You are legally eligible to work in Canada for any employer
Problem Solving – Excels at problem solving. Resolutely and proactively identifies challenges, pinpoints root causes, and implements effective solutions.
Resiliency – Maintains composure, demonstrating resiliency and adaptability to ensure timely and efficient outcomes, whilst tactfully managing challenging situations and stakeholders.
Leadership – Contribute to a positive team culture through behavior and mentorship of others. Leads by example, providing timely feedback to promote learning and uphold high standards of performance.
Stakeholder Management – Professional demeanor that builds trust and credibility; establishes and manages relationships with third-parties, municipalities and all other stakeholders. Maintains a respected presence.
Communication – Exceptional communication, persuasive and confident communicator in written and verbal form. Excels in presenting ideas to diverse audiences in a highly professional manner.
Execution – Entrepreneurial mindset, proactive, organized, takes ownership of project direction and excels at multitasking in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
Collaboration – Effective team player, with exceptional interpersonal skills; utilizes internal and external resources to successfully solve problems and move work forward.

Nice To Haves

Well established and strong industry network is preferred
Argus familiarity is an asset

Responsibilities

Managing all Planning Act Approvals including Plans of Subdivision, Site Plan Approvals, Official Plan Amendments (Regional and lower-tier), Re-zonings and Minor Variances
Spearheading coordination with all NRE third party architects, consultants, engineers and others for all development applications, submissions and resubmissions;
Leading negotiations and discussions with municipal staff influencing the approvals processes starting from pre-consultation checklists to final submission processing
Creation, management & execution of project schedules and proforma’s
Represent NWRE at stakeholder and community events
Manage the review and execution of legal agreements associated with development projects
Overseeing internal team resources for researching and reporting on various relevant policy changes and market information
Preparation of monthly development reports for Ownership
Tendering construction management, negotiating CCDCs and Supplemental Conditions
Placing and managing insurance
Tracking monthly progress draws and project budgets
Detailed review and signoff on change orders, site instructions, etc.
Bi-weekly in-person site meetings during construction
Leading and mentoring more junior staff in the Development team and broader NRE group
Other relevant and related responsibilities, as assigned and as the needs of the organization change.