Development Coordinator

Minto Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Development Coordinator, where your expertise in residential development will shape thriving communities. This exciting role involves assisting in all aspects of high-rise and low-rise projects, from planning approvals to budgeting and scheduling. You'll collaborate with diverse teams, analyze market trends, and contribute to innovative solutions that drive success. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive environment, this opportunity promises to enhance your career while making a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Benefits effective 1st day

RRSP matching plan

3 weeks’ vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible summer hours

Employee recognition platform

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in residential real estate development.
• Ability to analyze complex contracts and legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development applications and project coordination.
• Review technical documents and prepare financial reports.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Financial Modeling

Contract Analysis

Attention to Detail

Project Management

Education

University degree in related field

Business/Finance with real estate emphasis

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

North York, Ontario

Build your future at Minto!

At Minto, our mission to build thriving communities starts with our first community - our employees. We are proud to have been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies in 2024, a testament to our 70-year legacy and dedication to providing an exceptional employee experience.

Great employees like you are essential to our continued success. We invite you to join us as we welcome change, celebrate new ideas, and provide you with the resources, professional training, and diverse opportunities to grow your career.

Your offer will include:

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus + benefits effective 1 st day + RRSP matching plan + 3 weeks’ vacation
• Benefits including parental leave, unlimited physiotherapy, telemedicine and so much more
• Tuition reimbursement plans and professional development courses
• Employee recognition platform – Be rewarded by your colleagues for your contributions!
• Flexible summer hours
• Many exciting career opportunities
  
  

Your role on our team: The Development Coordinator assists in all aspects of high-rise and low-rise residential and mixed-use development projects, including visioning, planning approvals, detailed design and construction of low-rise subdivisions, and overall budgeting, scheduling, and financial reporting.

In this role, you will:

• Assist with all aspects of development applications—Official Plan Amendment, Plan of Subdivision, Zoning By-law Amendment, Committee of Adjustment and Condominium applications—including initial due diligence, preparation of initial submissions, revisions to comments, finalizing any relevant agreements, clearing conditions, and registering plans;
• Effectively liaise with consultants, municipal staff, and other external actors/stakeholders as well as internal teams to obtain information as well as to meet or exceed schedule and budget expectations for development applications;
• Review and summarize various technical documents—planning, engineering, legal, financial, etc.—to evaluate concerns and opportunities, and assist in their preparation and revision;
• Assist with reviews and incorporates, qualitative and quantitative market research and analysis to understand potential homebuyer segments and competing products to inform product offering, pricing, and demand;
• Review site and building drawings and statistics to validate pro-forma analysis—including measuring plans as well as suggesting design changes thereto—as well as provide constructive site plan and product design input into program-related decisions;
• Coordinate detailed engineering designs and assist with the tender, evaluation, award, and administration of earthworks, site servicing, utility, and landscape contracts for low-rise developments.
• Interact with various internal departments and divisions to ensure financial and non-financial inputs and assumptions are current and accurate;
• Review, track, and provide updates on overall project budgets and schedules—including cash flow forecasts, variance analysis, invoice processing, partner reporting packages, etc.—and assist with loan draws and other elements of construction financing;
• Assist Sales & Marketing and Construction, respectively, in the lead up to sales launches as well as construction starts;
• Prepare advanced pro-forma models and other quantitative analytical support to aid management in evaluating various development decisions;
• Assist with acquisitions, including initial site identification and analysis, preparation of offers, and subsequent due diligence;
• Create and update the financial pro-forma and other models to evaluate options pertaining to home pricing, product mix, concept plan, etc., to help inform both project visioning as well as subsequent development applications, sales launch, construction start, and other relevant recommendations;
• Succinctly and accurately prepares agendas and minutes for internal and consultant meetings to track project progress as well as ongoing responsibilities and deadlines;
• Prepare financial and non-financial reports and presentations for the team and/or internal stakeholders;
• Research specific political, regulatory, and market trends to keep the business informed of potential changes within the development industry;
• Work with the Development team and assist with general administration as required;
• Attend site visits, off-site meetings, and council/committee meetings that may be held outside regular business hours;
• Other duties within the scope, spirit,t and purpose of the job, as requested by management.
  
  

We would like you to have:

Education: A university degree in a related field is required: engineering, planning, architecture, etc. OR business/finance with a real estate emphasis

Experience: A minimum of (3) years of relevant work experience within the residential real estate development industry, including co-op and/or other internships

Specialized Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• A high level of skill working within Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated ability or aptitude in financial and other quantitative analysis, particularly financial modeling
• A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
• Demonstrated ability or aptitude in analyzing complex contracts and other legal and regulatory documents, such as official plans and zoning bylaws, as well as, site, building, and suite plans as well as other technical drawings (AutoCAD experience is a plus)
• Clear, concise, and cogent writing, as well as compelling PowerPoint presentations, are particularly valued
• Demonstrated thoroughness and attention to detail, while also possessing a high-level strategic perspective
• Ability to work on multiple projects, prioritizing and meeting tight deadlines
• Willingness to learn and grow internally as a key team member
  
  

Our future is better together. Apply now and join us!

Minto is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. Should you require accommodation or support in any aspect of our recruitment and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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