Manager, Development

Equiton; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Equiton is seeking a Manager, Development to lead the full development lifecycle for multi-family and mixed-use projects in Toronto. You will oversee feasibility studies, approvals, budgets and schedules while coordinating with consultants and municipal staff.

You will assemble project teams, manage relationships with stakeholders, and deliver clear analysis and recommendations to the VP, Development, enabling progress on complex development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of relevant experience in real estate development, planning or project management.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, civil engineering, architecture, planning or a related field.
• Strong financial skills and business acumen, including experience with feasibility analysis and financial modelling.
• Knowledge of municipal planning processes, zoning policies, real estate markets and development approvals.
• Excellent analytical, critical-thinking and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Strong project-management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage budgets, schedules and multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Project.
• Exceptional attention to detail, sound judgment and a proactive approach to execution.

Responsibilities

• Analyze potential acquisitions through pro forma and feasibility analysis, project reporting and coordination of due diligence activities.
• Manage development applications, including OPA, ZBA and SPA submissions, as well as required permits.
• Represent the company throughout the approval and development processes with municipalities, government agencies and other interested parties.
• Analyze municipal planning and zoning policies to support project feasibility, planning and design development.
• Assemble and manage third-party consultants, ensuring project requirements, timelines and deliverables are clearly established.
• Oversee development projects, including budgets, schedules and key milestones, while proactively identifying and addressing potential risks.
• Coordinate with municipal staff, consultants and stakeholders to resolve outstanding matters and maintain project momentum.
• Collaborate with internal teams and provide clear project updates, analysis and recommendations to the VP, Development.

Skills

Financial analysis

Project management

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, civil engineering, architecture, planning or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Microsoft Project

Job description

Reporting to the VP, Development, the Manager, Development will be responsible for managing projects across the full development lifecycle, including feasibility analysis, acquisition underwriting, due diligence, municipal approvals, design development and project closeout. The Manager will assemble and manage the consultant teams required to execute the development program, work closely with municipal staff throughout the approvals process, and collaborate with internal teams across the organization. This role requires strong financial and project-management capabilities, sound judgment and the ability to proactively move complex development projects forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze potential acquisitions through pro forma and feasibility analysis, project reporting and coordination of due diligence activities.
• Manage development applications, including OPA, ZBA and SPA submissions, as well as required permits.
• Represent the company throughout the approval and development processes with municipalities, government agencies and other interested parties.
• Analyze municipal planning and zoning policies to support project feasibility, planning and design development.
• Assemble and manage third-party consultants, ensuring project requirements, timelines and deliverables are clearly established.
• Oversee development projects, including budgets, schedules and key milestones, while proactively identifying and addressing potential risks.
• Coordinate with municipal staff, consultants and stakeholders to resolve outstanding matters and maintain project momentum.
• Collaborate with internal teams and provide clear project updates, analysis and recommendations to the VP, Development.

What You Bring

• Three or more years of relevant experience in real estate development, planning or project management.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, civil engineering, architecture, planning or a related field.
• Strong financial skills and business acumen, including experience with feasibility analysis and financial modelling.
• Knowledge of municipal planning processes, zoning policies, real estate markets and development approvals.
• Excellent analytical, critical-thinking and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Strong project-management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage budgets, schedules and multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Project.
• Exceptional attention to detail, sound judgment and a proactive approach to execution.
• A collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to build productive relationships across internal and external teams.
• Experience with multi-residential, mixed-use or condominium development is considered an asset.

The expected annualized base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000 plus a discretionary bonus. The actual base salary offered will take into consideration factors including, but not limited to, the individual’s skill, experience, and relevant education or training.

About Us

Founded in 2015, Equiton is one of Canada’s fastest-growing private equity firms, helping Canadians build wealth through high-quality real estate investments. Our mission is to make private real estate accessible to more Canadians, and our team is the driving force behind our success.

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Why Equiton?

Our culture is built on integrity, accountability, and innovation. We empower our team to take initiative, think independently, and grow personally and professionally. To learn more about our core values, click here.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. If you need accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know. We’re happy to help.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note that at present, legal eligibility to work in Canada is a prerequisite for this role.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support activities such as resume screening, interview scheduling, note-taking, and candidate evaluation. AI-assisted tools are used to help improve efficiency and consistency; however, all hiring decisions are made by qualified members of our hiring team. We are committed to ensuring a fair, inclusive, and human-centered recruitment process.