General Manager & Business Development

Colliers International; Halifax; On-site; CAD 111,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Career growth

Innovative projects

Job summary

Colliers in Halifax seeks a General Manager, Property Management & Business Development to lead the operational, financial, and strategic performance of a portfolio of industrial properties in the Halifax region and to expand Colliers REMS across Atlantic Canada.

The role combines hands-on property management leadership with external business development, requiring a strong relationship-builder who can drive client retention and growth across Nova Scotia and beyond.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive industrial/commercial real estate experience, including senior-level industrial property management leadership.
• Proven ability to build strong client relationships with owners, investors, brokers, and stakeholders.
• Experience in business development, client acquisition, account management, or growing real estate service portfolios is an asset.
• Strong understanding of industrial real estate operations, lease administration, capital planning, and asset performance.
• Excellent financial, operational, leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• University degree in Business, Commerce, Real Estate, Economics, or related discipline.
• CPM or RPA designation is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership for the operational, financial, and strategic performance of a portfolio of industrial properties in the Halifax region.
• Lead all aspects of property operations including budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, tenant relations, contract management, compliance, risk management, and building maintenance.
• Maximize asset value through proactive management strategies, operational efficiencies, and capital improvement initiatives.
• Support growth of Colliers REMS across Atlantic Canada by identifying and pursuing third-party property management opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Business development

Industrial real estate operations

Financial management

Communication & presentation

University degree

CPM designation

RPA designation

Education

University degree in Business/Commerce/Real Estate/Economics

Tools

CPM

RPA

Job description

Accelerate your success at Colliers.

Why Colliers?

As one of Canada’s leading commercial real estate services firms, we are driven by our mission to accelerate success for our people, clients, and communities.

A career at Colliers gives you the opportunity to make an impact, advance your career, and collaborate with top-tier talent. Don’t just take our word for it – we’ve been recognized as a top employer on a number of prestigious lists, including Best Workplaces in Canada, Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams, among others.

_ ***This is a General Manager, Property Management & Business Development position based in Halifax, Nova Scotia*** _

About This Role

The General Manager, Property Management & Business Developmen** t** is responsible for the overall operational, financial, and strategic performance of a portfolio of industrial properties in the Halifax region while supporting the continued growth of Colliers’ Real Estate Management Services (REMS) platform across Atlantic Canada.

Working in close partnership with clients, ownership groups, and on-site teams, this role is accountable for maximizing asset performance, enhancing long-term value, and delivering an exceptional client and tenant experience. In addition to portfolio leadership, the General Manager will act as a market ambassador for Colliers, leveraging industry relationships and market intelligence to identify and pursue new management opportunities throughout Nova Scotia with a focus on Atlantic Canada markets.

This position combines hands-on property management leadership with external business development responsibilities and requires a highly relationship-oriented self-starter who can successfully balance operational excellence, client retention, and strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

Property Management Leadership

• Provide overall leadership and accountability for the operational, financial, and strategic performance of a portfolio of industrial properties in the Halifax region.
• Lead all aspects of property operations, including budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, tenant relations, contract management, compliance, risk management, and building maintenance.
• Maximize asset value through proactive management strategies, operational efficiencies, and capital improvement initiatives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for ownership groups, asset managers, and key stakeholders.
• Partner with Leasing, Accounting, Facilities Management, and other internal stakeholders to support occupancy, tenant retention, and financial performance objectives.
• Ensure properties operate in accordance with life safety requirements, environmental standards, regulatory obligations, and Colliers best practices.
• Drive ESG and sustainability initiatives that improve operational performance and support ownership objectives.

Business Development & Market Growth

• Support the growth of the REMS platform throughout Atlantic Canada by identifying and pursuing third-party property management opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with property owners, investors, developers, brokers, lenders, and industry professionals throughout the region.
• Develop and manage a pipeline of prospective management assignments across industrial, office, retail, and mixed-use asset classes.
• Lead and support management proposals, RFP responses, client presentations, and contract negotiations.
• Monitor market activity, ownership changes, acquisitions, and development activity to identify potential business opportunities.
• Represent Colliers at industry events, client functions, and professional associations to enhance market visibility and strengthen industry relationships.
• Collaborate with regional leadership to support client onboarding, retention strategies, and service expansion opportunities.
• Leverage existing client relationships to identify opportunities for portfolio growth and additional service offerings.

Role Focus

Primary Focus (Property Management)

• Four industrial properties located in the Halifax region
• Portfolio performance and client service
• Financial management and asset value enhancement
• Team leadership and operational excellence

Secondary Focus (Business Development)

• Growing Colliers REMS presence across Atlantic Canada
• New management assignments throughout Atlantic Canada with a focus on Nova Scotia
• Client relationship development and industry engagement
• Proposal leadership and pursuit management

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 10 years of progressive industrial/commercial real estate experience, including senior-level industrial property management leadership.
• Demonstrated success managing industrial/commercial assets and building strong client relationships.
• Experience in business development, client acquisition, account management, or growing real estate service portfolios is considered a strong asset.
• Strong understanding of industrial real estate operations, lease administration, capital planning, and asset performance.
• Proven ability to influence decision-makers and build trusted relationships with owners, investors, brokers, and industry stakeholders.
• Excellent financial, operational, leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• University degree in Business, Commerce, Real Estate, Economics, or a related discipline.
• CPM, RPA, or similar professional designation is considered an asset.

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.

Colliers does not use AI-enabled tools to sort or decline applications. All decisions are made by our talent acquisition team.

Pursuant to the laws regarding job postings where the position is located in, Colliers is disclosing the following information:

Area/Location Specific: Halifax, NS

Approximate Salary Range for Role: $110,672to $125,000.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all Canada locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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What we offer:

Innovative projects:

Work on cutting-edge initiatives that shape our communities, drive our growth, and make a tangible impact.

Career growth:

Advance your career and achieve your goals with industry-leading training and development programs.

Competitive benefits & compensation:

Enjoy a comprehensive and flexible benefits package along with competitive compensation that rewards your contributions and supports your well-being.

Collaborative culture:

Join our enterprising team where innovation thrives, collaboration is key, and our people are empowered to be their authentic selves and do their best work.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

Our robust North American Diversity & Inclusion Program features eight Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where you can connect, learn, and contribute to a diverse and supportive community. Learn more: https://www.collierscanada.com/en-ca/careers/diversity-and-inclusion

Global network:

Join a global team of 28,000 professionals across 70 countries, where you’ll expand your network and learn from experts in a dynamic international community. Accelerate your career and enhance your expertise as you connect and collaborate with top talent around the world.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Direct applicants only please, no agencies.

Colliers is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. Colliers encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants’ disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at [e-mail].