Construction Manager (Site Director) (Independent Contractor)

Canderel; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Canderel is seeking a Development Director to lead the first phase of the Strathearn Heights redevelopment in Edmonton. This on-site role requires strong autonomy, strategic thinking, and exceptional leadership to drive a multi-family project through design, entitlements, and construction.

You will manage budgets, coordinate with architects, engineers, and consultants, and maintain relationships with government agencies and community groups to ensure compliance and success across project phases.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in residential real estate development.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering multi-family development projects.
• Experience managing developments under deadlines that required organizing multiple tasks and objectives autonomously.
• Strong understanding of Edmonton’s zoning, land use regulations, and development processes.
• Excellent understanding of construction and best practices.
• Excellent understanding of execution schedule and budget tracking.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Financial acumen with the ability to analyze and manage project budgets effectively.
• Strong local experience and established relationships within Edmonton’s development community.
• Previous employment experience with a construction firm is required.

Responsibilities

• Project Management: Lead and manage all phases of residential development projects from site refinement to delivery with meticulous attention to detail; ensure on-time and on-budget delivery; act as project champion in day-to-day execution.
• Team Leadership: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including architects, engineers, and consultants to achieve project goals.
• Financial Management: Develop project budgets and monitor day-to-day tracking to meet financial objectives; optimize profitability through cost-saving strategies.
• Stakeholder Relations: Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, community groups and industry partners; represent ownership in public meetings and forums.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate risks through planning and problem-solving; stay informed on market trends and regulatory changes.

Skills

Leadership

Real estate development

Budgeting

Stakeholder relations

Risk management

Construction knowledge

Edmonton zoning

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Title:

Construction Manager (Site Director)

Location:

Edmonton, Alberta

Reports to:

Senior Vice-President & Head of Construction

Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic Independent Contractor to perform as a Development Director with Canderel. The Development Director will lead our residential project in Edmonton. Initially, the focus will be on one project, with more phases expected soon. By joining us, you will help create inclusive spaces where everyone feels valued.

As Development Director, you will oversee the first phase of the redevelopment of Strathearn Heights, one of the largest transit-oriented infill development parcels in Western Canada. This role will be on site, demands strong autonomy, leadership, and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities:

Project Management:

• Lead and manage all phases of residential real estate development projects, including site refinement, due diligence, entitlements, design, construction, and delivery with a meticulous attention to detail.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with local regulations and company standards.
• Act as the project champion in all aspects of day-to-day execution of the development.

Team Leadership:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including architects, engineers, construction manager, and consultants, to achieve project goals.

Financial Management:

• Develop overall project budgets and manage day to day tracking to ensure financial objectives are met.
• Optimize project profitability through cost-saving strategies and value engineering.

Stakeholder Relations:

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, community groups, and other industry partners.
• Represent the ownership co-venture in public meetings, hearings, and other forums as required.
• Work closely with the balance of the national Canderel team to ensure company standards are adhered to.

Risk Management:

• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks through effective planning and problem-solving.
• Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory changes that may impact projects.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in residential real estate development.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering multi-family development projects.
• Experience managing developments under deadlines that required the organizing of multiple tasks and objectives in an autonomous fashion.
• Strong understanding of Edmonton’s zoning, land use regulations, and development processes.
• Excellent understanding of construction and best practices.
• Excellent understanding of execution schedule & budget tracking.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Financial acumen with the ability to analyze and manage project budgets effectively.
• Strong local experience, and established relationships within Edmonton’s development community
• Previous employment experience with a construction firm required