Land Development Manager (Multifamily and Commercial Construction)

Drake International; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable staffing firm is seeking a Land Development Manager in Campbell River to lead land planning projects in multifamily and commercial construction. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience and a degree in a relevant field, with responsibilities including collaboration with designers, navigating approval processes, and managing project teams. This role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including employer-paid medical and dental.

Benefits

100% employer-paid medical & dental

RSP matching

Free breakfast and lunch

Employee and family assistance program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in land planning.
• Proven success navigating subdivision processes and provincial legislation.
• Experience leading small project teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead collaboration between in-house designers and external consultants.
• Prepare and submit development applications.
• Liaise with city planners and government officials.
• Manage consultant deliverables.

Skills

Land planning for multifamily and commercial projects

Navigating zoning bylaws

Managing development timelines

Public consultation representation

Education

Degree in Design, Architecture, or Urban & Regional Planning

Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Land Development Manager (Multifamily and Commercial Construction)

Location: Campbell River, British Columbia

Salary: $115k to $130k annually

Perks & Benefits: 100% employer-paid medical & dental, RSP matching, free breakfast and lunch, employee and family assistance program

Why Join our Client?

Our client has been in business for almost 4 decades and they have grown their multi-family division across the cities of Western and Eastern Canada. At present, they provide housing for over 20,000 families across these region at an increasing rate of 2000 families per year across 5 provinces in the country.

We are looking for you if you love to connect visionary design and regulatory execution. You will lead the coordination of internal and external teams, engage with city and provincial stakeholders, and ensure every project aligns with local planning goals and regulations

What You’ll Do:

• Lead collaboration between in-house designers and external consultants to develop site and building plans.
• Prepare and submit development applications (rezoning, subdivisions, site plan control, development permits, building permits).
• Stay current on municipal bylaws, zoning regulations, and provincial policies.
• Liaise with city planners and government officials to navigate approval processes.
• Manage consultant deliverables to ensure timely and accurate submissions.
• Represent the company in public consultations and city meetings.
• Support land acquisition teams with site evaluations and concept planning.

What You Bring:

• 5+ years of experience in land planning for multifamily and commercial projects.
• A degree in Design, Architecture, or Urban & Regional Planning.
• Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation.
• Proven success navigating zoning bylaws, subdivision processes, and provincial legislation.
• Experience leading small project teams (1–3 people) and managing development timelines.

To apply for this job, click on "Easy Apply" at the top of this ad, or send your resume to [e-mail]. You can also call me directly for more information- 204 947 0079.

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