Development Coordinator

Westbow; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Development Coordinator, where you'll support land development projects from start to finish. This role involves working closely with project managers and municipal authorities, ensuring that all phases of development are executed smoothly. You'll be responsible for document management, project tracking, and providing essential administrative support. With a commitment to creativity and innovation, this organization fosters a fun and inclusive culture, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Casual Work Environment

Flexible Work Hours

Growth and Development Opportunities

Investment Matching

New Home Discounts

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a Development Coordinator or similar role.
• Knowledge of real estate market and land regulation policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and tracking progress of land development projects.
• Maintain accurate project documentation including contracts and reports.
• Provide administrative support to the development team.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Multitasking

Problem-Solving

Initiative

Education

Post Secondary Education in Urban Planning

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Job description

Founded in 1977, the Westbow Group of Companies is made up of high-quality businesses throughout various industries. Based in Chilliwack, BC with operations in Western Canada and Guatemala City, our companies tackle construction, investing, agriculture and non-profit causes, constantly aiming to produce Quality for Generations. We are a company that prides itself on its values:

• We are creative and innovative
• We have fun
• We act with integrity

About the role

Reporting to the Development Manager, the Development Coordinator will support the planning, coordination, and execution of land development projects for the Westbow Group. You will work closely with project managers, consultants and municipal authorities to support the coordination of land development projects. This role will ensure that all phases of development, from acquisition to completion have all the necessary information for a successful project. You will support in document administration including document management and coordination.

Salary Range: $70,000-$90,000

What you’re great at

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to execute development project's on schedule.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing project requirements and priorities.
• Ability to take initiative.

What you’ll be doing

• Assist in managing and tracking progress of land development projects.
• Providing administrative support to the development team in all aspects of project management.
• Maintain accurate project documentation including contracts, reports, schedules, and correspondence.
• Assist development team in preparing and monitoring development budgets, project schedules, tracking costs, and coordinating invoices.
• Work cross-functionally with internal teams and external officials to ensure smooth project execution.
• Assist development team in market, product data and service research for development projects.
• Attend consultant meetings, preparing meeting minutes and follow up reports.
• Provide support to development team with public engagement and community meetings.
• Maintaining and organizing project files.

What we’re looking for

• 1-3 years of experience in a Development Coordinator or similar role.
• Knowledge of real estate market, current market trends, and land regulation policies.
• Post secondary education in urban planning, civil engineering or construction management is an asset.

At Westbow our vision is to create a world where every person has the skills and opportunities to reach their greatest potential. We value our employees; we are creative and innovative, and we strive to build lasting value in all that we do. We offer a casual and flexible work environment, growth and development opportunities, investment matching and new home discounts.

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, apply today and join in on our fun and inclusive culture! Get the chance to volunteer and work on meaningful initiatives and build a career that builds you.