Senior Development Manager

Job Description:There is an exciting opportunity for a talented professional to join the development team in Vancouver as a Development Manager. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented with strong initiative and an ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of constituents;
and has proven capabilities in multi-tasking, negotiating, problem solving and prioritizing workloads.Perks and Benefits:Competitive pay & a Comprehensive Benefits Package with multiple options to choose fromOther benefits include Health Saving Account, Flexible Saving Account, Employee Assistance Program.Annual Education AllowanceGenerous Referral ProgramFun & collaborative company culture with lots of team building eventsLocal discounts to restaurants and businessesFriends and Family rates for Level Hotels & Furnished Suites, The Opus Hotel, and The Emily Hotel in Vancouver, Chicago, Los Angeles, and SeattleWhat you will do:Oversee multiple large-scale real estate development projects from inception through completion, coordinating external consultants, contractors and internal teams.Manage the full project lifecycle, including schedules, development budgets, cash flows, forecasts, milestones and delivery requirements.Conduct and coordinate feasibility studies, market research and financial analysis to assess project viability and support development decisions.Lead entitlement, rezoning, development permit, building permit and other regulatory approval processes, including negotiations with local authorities.Coordinate architects, engineers, contractors and other consultants to maintain alignment with project objectives, approved designs, budgets, schedules and quality standards.Monitor construction progress and key project risks, escalating issues and driving solutions to protect schedule, budget and project outcomes.Review and coordinate consultant drawings, including architectural, landscape, civil, structural, mechanical and electrical packages.Partner with property management, sales, leasing and marketing teams to support project positioning, launch, sales and leasing requirements throughout the development lifecycle.Maintain current knowledge of land and development markets, municipal regulations, approval requirements, construction conditions and market pricing trends.Build and maintain productive relationships with municipalities, government agencies, community groups, neighbours, consultants and other project stakeholders.Prepare and present project proposals, budgets, forecasts, development updates, risks and progress reports to senior leadership.Travel to project sites and meetings as required and perform additional duties consistent with the role.What you bring:Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate Finance, Urban Planning, Architecture or a related field.Minimum 4 years of progressive experience in real estate development and project management.Proven track record in the acquisition, entitlement, development and marketing of residential and mixed-use real estate projects.Experience managing consultants, contractors and large-scale multi-family or mixed-use developments.Strong understanding of real estate finance, development budgets, cash flows, financial analysis, entitlements, zoning regulations and municipal planning/engineering approval processes.Ability to read, interpret and coordinate multidisciplinary consultant drawings.Proficiency with project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.Excellent communication, negotiation, organization and stakeholder-management skills.Strong leadership capability with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with government agencies, consultants, contractors, community stakeholders and internal teams.Familiarity with sustainable building practices and green building certifications is an asset.Willingness to travel as required for project site visits and meetings.Salary Range:$150,000 base salary, plus performance-based bonus.About The Company:OnniFor over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.AI Use:This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws.All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work.How To Apply:Please apply through the link on the job posting and attach your resume and any other required documents.We thank all applicants for your interest in the Onni Group. Note that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr