Development Coordinator

QuadReal; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate firm in Toronto is seeking a Development Coordinator to manage day-to-day tasks across various projects. The role involves coordinating planning approvals, liaising with teams, and ensuring effective communication while having strong organizational skills. A degree related to real estate, along with a minimum of 3 years experience in development or construction, is required. This position offers growth opportunities within a dynamic team.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of project coordination experience in development or construction.
• Strong understanding of real estate development and construction processes in Ontario.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Support project management, planning approvals, and coordination.
• Liaise with project teams and stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
• Monitor project scope, schedule, and budget compliance.

Skills

Project coordination

Real estate development knowledge

Time management

Collaboration skills

Education

Post-secondary degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Job description

Overview

About QuadReal Property Group

QuadReal Property Group is a global real estate investment, operating and development company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. Its assets under management are $94 billion. From its foundation in Canada as a full-service real estate operating company, QuadReal has expanded its capabilities to invest in equity and debt in both the public and private markets. QuadReal invests directly, via programmatic partnerships and through operating platforms in which it holds an ownership interest.

QuadReal seeks to deliver strong investment returns while creating sustainable environments that bring value to the people and communities it serves. Now and for generations to come.

QuadReal: Excellence lives here.

www.quadreal.com

Based in Toronto, ON, the Development Coordinator will report to the Director or Manager, Development and will work extensively with members of QuadReal’s Eastern Canadian development team, with projects in Ontario. The Development Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day management of all aspects of the development program across mixed-use, residential development program. The opportunities to grow into other asset classes of high conviction with the Development east team will be available over time. The Development Coordinator will require a strong attention to detail and the ability to organize, read drawings, prioritize and manage time in a fast-paced environment towards appropriately bringing various tasks to completion.

Responsibilities

• Working alongside the Director or Manager, Development provide support on various projects and assignments that may include coordinating planning approvals, permits, drawing reviews, preparing memos, spreadsheets, presentations, and reports.
• Liaise and coordinate with the broader project teams, including consultants and stakeholders.
• Review reports, drawings, recommendations received from all disciplines and provide commentary where necessary.
• Coordinate and attend regular meetings, draft agendas, and record minutes to distribute as well as ensure the information is organized in the Project Files.
• Working alongside Project Lead, preparing RFPs, contracts, maintain project files and records on SharePoint, organize project priorities and initiatives (including community engagement events) and follow up on outstanding deliverables from stakeholders within a suitable timeframe.
• Assist in monitoring the projects’ scope, schedule, and budget – including collaboration with other departments per process and procedures in place.
• Maintain current knowledge of by-law changes, development and building regulations, and other government policies that may impact project feasibility. Stay informed on broader development trends, including market shifts, planning priorities, and emerging best practices, to ensure projects remain both compliant and strategically positioned.

Qualifications

Experience
Minimum of 3 consecutive years of project coordination experience within a development or construction company.

Education
Post-secondary undergraduate degree in Architecture, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, Real Estate, Planning, Business, or a related field.

Knowledge
Strong understanding of the real estate development and construction process in Ontario, including entitlements such as Official Plan Amendments, Zoning By-law Amendments, Site Plan Approvals, and Permits. Experience with mixed-use and residential projects in the Greater Toronto Area is preferred.

Technical Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Familiarity with AutoCAD and Bluebeam is an asset.

Communication & Collaboration
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Proven ability to build effective working relationships across diverse teams and maintain discretion and confidentiality.

Other Requirements
Valid G Driver’s License required.

Work Habits & Organizational Skills

• Demonstrated initiative and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative mindset with adaptability to change, attention to detail, and a desire to learn and grow.

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