Manager Real Estate Operations

City of Victoria BC; Victoria; On-site; CAD 127,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian municipal government in Victoria is seeking a Strategic Real Estate Manager to oversee the management of its real estate portfolio. The position requires a strong background in real estate management, including experience in leasing, property management, and negotiations. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in real estate, property management or negotiations.
• Demonstrated strength in project management and asset planning.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage leasing and third-party land use agreements.
• Oversee asset planning and property management activities.
• Negotiate and manage construction contracts for capital improvements.
• Provide due diligence and risk assessments related to real property.
• Prepare land-related agreements aligned with City objectives.

Skills

Project management

Asset planning

Contract management

Negotiation

Partnership-building

Education

University degree in a related field

Job description

Competition Number: 26/17

Posting Scope: Internal / External

Posted Date: January 20, 2026

Closing Date: February 10, 2026, 4:30 PM PST

Department: Community Safety, Wellbeing and Partnerships Department

Posting Type: Continuous (Regular Full-Time)

Work schedule: Monday to Friday ( 35 hour work week)

Salary: Pay Band 6 ($127,530.97 to $150,035.56)

Job Code: 3170

Employee Group: This is an Exempt position

Number of Vacancies: 1

EDO

The successful candidate may be eligible for earned days off, earning up to two days per month in recognition of time worked beyond core operational hours. Such arrangements are subject to change based on operational needs.

Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Assistant Director - Strategic Real Estate, the position will effectively help the Strategic Real Estate Division (the ‘Division’) manage the City’s real estate portfolio with a focus on developing and delivering programs to increase the City’s return on its portfolio, ensure that the City’s other departments have the real estate solutions to support their work, and to ensure sound management of real property assets within the Division’s portfolio. This dynamic role requires an individual who will continually lead the identification, development and implementation of creative and appropriate solutions for generating returns from third-party use of City lands. Lastly, the role will work with internal and external parties to implement solutions that advance the City’s strategic goals and priorities.

Major Accountabilities

• Managing the City’s leasing and third-party land use agreements through the negotiation, drafting, and operational oversight of various land use agreements (e.g. commercial and non-commercial leases, licenses and operating agreements).
• Direct and oversee asset planning and property management activities to ensure City-owned buildings and lands under the management of the Division are managed effectively. This oversight includes the development of asset plans, capital and operating budgets, lifecycle assessments, and prioritization of maintenance and renewal investments.
• Negotiate and/or manage construction contracts for real property capital improvements, preventative maintenance and lifecycle replacement projects on land and related assets under the management of the Division, or in support of other City business areas where the Division is providing a project support role.
• Support the City’s strategic decision-making by providing due diligence, risk assessments, provide advice on land‑use implications, and options for securing (both voluntary and expropriation related), granting, or disposing of real property interests.
• Negotiate and prepare land‑related agreements such as leases, licenses, operating agreements, land title instruments, and purchase/sale documents, while ensuring alignment with City objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Represent the interests of the Division while collaborating effectively with City departments, other organizations, government agencies and the public including, liaising with federal, provincial and municipal officials, liaising with other organizations on policy best practices for commercial leasing, the management of public lands and developments and responding to public inquiries.
• Prepare and report out on Council reports, legal documents, financial analyses, and technical materials, which may include strata documents, disclosure statements, air‑space parcel agreements, or cost‑sharing arrangements.
• Perform other related duties in support of the City’s real property and asset management functions as required.

Qualifications

• University degree in a related field (Urban Planning, Business, Public Administration, Urban Land Economics, Civil Engineering, Architecture)
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a professional and supervisory role in real estate, property management, negotiations and management of commercial leases, construction management, housing development in a government or non‑profit environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Demonstrated strength in project management, asset planning, contract management, negotiation, and partnership‑building with community agencies and government partners.
• Well‑developed business acumen and strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship‑building skills, including the ability to influence stakeholders, facilitate consensus, and navigate complex multi‑party projects.

To apply for this opportunity, you will need to create an online profile or log back into our career portal at www.victoria.ca/jobs – only online submissions will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 4:30 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications as outlined in your resume.

The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.

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