Job ID 31012: Real Estate Consultant - Leasing

City of Hamilton; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive community in one of Canada's largest cities as a Real Estate Specialist. This role offers the opportunity to manage real estate transactions, negotiate leases, and provide strategic advice to city departments. You will engage with various stakeholders, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation while contributing to the city's vision of being the best place to live and work. If you are passionate about real estate and community engagement, this position offers a rewarding career path with a focus on service and integrity.

Qualifications

• Degree in Commerce, Business, or Economics, or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in real estate transactions and negotiations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage real estate projects and provide management services to city departments.
• Negotiate leases and licenses in line with the City’s Portfolio Management Strategy.

Skills

Real Estate Transactions

Negotiation Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Research Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in Commerce, Business, or Economics

Equivalent Experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database Applications

Job description

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a vibrant cultural and dining scene, and natural beauty just minutes from downtown. Join our talented team embodying values of service, change, integrity, ownership, and engagement. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason

Job Details

• Job ID #31012: Real Estate Specialist - Leasing
• Union: Non-Union
• Application Deadline: May 14, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. via www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city
• Internal applicants should apply with their work email; external applicants after internal process; only selected candidates will be contacted.

Summary of Duties

Reporting to the Supervisor, Lease Administration, this role involves delivering real estate services focused on leasing and licensing, including research, advice, negotiations, and lease/license administration. The position also involves planning and guiding city partners regarding real property assets and activities.

General Duties

1. Manage projects related to real estate transactions.
2. Provide real estate management services and advice to city departments and agencies.
3. Research and analyze properties to develop disposition strategies for city-owned real estate, focusing on leasing and licensing.
4. Negotiate leases and licenses in line with the City’s Portfolio Management Strategy.
5. Administer daily lease and license operations, liaising with stakeholders.
6. Assist in developing the Corporate Master Real Estate Plan.
7. Develop and implement policies for acquisitions, leases, licenses, and dispositions.
8. Research strategies to meet real estate needs, providing recommendations to management and council.
9. Represent the city at arbitrations, projects, and committees with internal and external partners.
10. Prepare reports, recommendations, and presentations for management and council.
11. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and policies.
12. Support customer service initiatives aligned with legislative and corporate standards.
13. Engage with community partners and stakeholders through meetings and presentations.
14. Implement work programs and meet performance objectives.
15. Adhere to health and safety legislation and policies.
16. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. Degree in Commerce, Business, Economics, or related field, or equivalent experience.
2. Experience in real estate transactions, acquisition/disposition, and negotiations.
3. Knowledge of relevant legislation such as Ontario Municipal Act, Planning Act, Land Titles Act, etc.
4. Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.
5. Experience in stakeholder engagement and negotiation.
6. Research and problem-solving skills, with experience in public administration a plus.
7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database applications.
8. Valid Class G Driver's License and access to a personal vehicle.

Note: The description emphasizes inclusivity, compliance, and the importance of truthful information during recruitment.