Manager, Planning

Cadillac Fairview; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate company in Toronto seeks a Manager, D&T Planning and Governance for a 12-month contract. The role involves strategic planning, governance, and creating narratives around technology initiatives. Candidates should have over 7 years in strategic planning and exceptional communication skills. A relevant Bachelor's degree is required. Join us for competitive rewards and a culture of excellence.

Benefits

Competitive rewards package

Best-in-class benefits

Pension plan

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in strategic planning, ideally in a tech/data context.
• Proven ability to translate complex technical information into clear content.
• Demonstrated stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT strategic planning and create D&T work plan.
• Develop and manage communications for technology initiatives.
• Facilitate technology prioritization with leadership.

Skills

Strategic planning

Program management

Change management

Writing and editing

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft productivity tools

Google business productivity tools

Job description

Role Impact :

The Manager, D&T Planning and Governance is responsible for enabling IT strategic planning and performance reporting within the Data & Technology department. In this role, the Manager will support the Director, D&T Planning and Governance by driving key activities, including enabling departmental planning and governance, reporting on strategic initiatives, and facilitating communication of overall D&T portfolio progress to senior leadership.

This role will shape and develop strategic communications that demonstrate the value and impact of the company's technology initiatives to senior leadership and the broader organization. A master storyteller, the ideal candidate will translate complex technical concepts into compelling narratives for non-technical stakeholders, demonstrating the strategic importance of technology in achieving the company's objectives.

This is a fixed-term contract for a period of 12 months.

What you will deliver

Strategy Planning & Governance

• In partnership with the Director of D&T Planning and Governance, lead IT strategic planning activities to create a cohesive D&T annual work plan.
• Create, socialize, and manage D&T planning methodologies and toolkits.
• Facilitate technology prioritization activities with business and D&T leadership.
• Lead the monthly and quarterly calibration of the D&T annual work plan, managing changes by engaging with all D&T teams.
• Own and manage a monthly business review to discuss progress to plan and updated forecasts across resourcing.
• Ensure the D&T governance framework is operationalized and that governance committees implement appropriate standards and processes.
• Provide ongoing strategic support to the D&T senior leadership team as they plan their technology strategies and initiatives.
• Reconcile D&T project roadmaps to the overarching strategic roadmap to identify gaps, overlaps, and obstacles to successful delivery.

Executive & Corporate Communications

• Develop and design engaging quarterly business reporting presentations for senior leadership that showcase the Data and Technology department's performance and key achievements.
• Craft concise and impactful narratives around major technology projects, focusing on business outcomes and competitive advantages.
• Collaborate with department leadership to create compelling presentations that articulate the technology vision and strategic priorities for the upcoming year.
• Prepare timely briefings for senior leadership on emerging real estate technology trends, potential disruptions, and opportunities for innovation.
• Draft clear and engaging company-wide announcements regarding new technology rollouts, system updates, and training opportunities.

What your strengths are

• Strong strategic planning, program management, and change management skills.
• Proven ability to translate complex technical information into clear and compelling content.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing strategic communication plans.
• Proficiency in creating high-impact presentations, reports, and dashboards.
• A strong understanding of data visualization principles.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• A proactive and strategic mindset with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong facilitation and coaching skills.
• Ability to bring clarity to ambiguous situations.

What you need to succeed

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in leading strategic planning, process improvement, and change initiatives, preferably within a technology or data-focused environment.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft and Google business productivity tools.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.

Why you should join us

At Cadillac Fairview we have been transforming communities for over 50 years. We are so much more than our properties. We are building leaders at all levels. We offer the challenge of interesting work, a great organizational culture, the opportunity to collaborate with the best in the business, and support for your growth and development. We reward values-based behavior and superior results with a competitive rewards package that includes best-in-class benefits and pension. Imagine a place where you can make a difference

At CF our everyday actions and critical business decisions are guided by our CF Values. Achieving results is naturally important for us and we achieve results through behaviours that are consistent with our CF Values.

Are you someone who believes in our values?

• Aim Higher – we strive to exceed expectations
• Own Your Expertise – we empower ourselves and each other
• Collaborate Effectively – we bring the right people together to get the right results
• Engage with Empathy – we objectively consider the needs of others
• Embrace Change – we drive, learn from, and adapt to change

At CF you'll join a diverse community and award-winning team where your talent and commitment to excellence are welcomed, valued and respected.

We're ready to meet you there – are you?

CF is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. If you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment, assessment, and / or selection process, please notify your CF contact or email