Senior Development Manager

Council for Canadian Urbanism (CanU); Calgary; On-site; CAD 121,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

A local governmental organization in Calgary is seeking a Senior Development Manager to lead strategic and sustainable development projects. This role involves oversight of construction initiatives, financial management, and team leadership to enhance community living standards. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Engineering or Architecture, extensive experience in land development, and strong negotiation skills. Competitive compensation and a commitment to diversity are offered.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Pensions and benefits

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in multifamily, midrise and/or high-rise residential and mixed-use construction.
• Proven track record in large-scale land development.
• Strong problem-solving abilities for complex contracts and permits.

Responsibilities

• Execute on real estate and development strategy.
• Sponsor major construction projects and ensure budget accountability.
• Build high-performance teams and drive sustainable community development.

Skills

Project management

Negotiation skills

Financial expertise

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Engineering or Architecture

Job description

Senior Development Manager

City of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta

Job Type: Full Time

Date Posted: March 31, 2025

About the Role

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti‑racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

Duties

• Strategic Leadership: Execute on CH's real estate and development strategy. Oversee planning and design reviews to ensure compliance with best practices in urban design, environmental stewardship, and energy efficiency.
• Project Management: Sponsor major construction projects, ensuring public tendering processes, budget accountability, and performance metrics are met. Address site issues, manage change orders, and ensure proper project turnover, commissioning, and warranties.
• Value Driver: Lead with best industry practices in building design to deliver value-for-money, scalability and repeatability that maximizes the number of homes delivered with the available funding.
• Team Leadership: Build a high-performance team through leadership development, succession planning, and strategic delegation.
• Sustainable Community Development: Drive innovation in sustainable design and green building practices. Establish benchmarks for energy efficiency, water conservation, and construction waste reduction.
• Interest Holder Relations: Act as the primary spokesperson for CH's development projects. Cultivate strong relationships with interest holders and partners, including government bodies, regulators, residents, employees, investors, community and commercial partners.

Requirements

• A degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field and at least 10 years of experience in multifamily, midrise and/or high‑rise residential and mixed‑use building construction and land development, in addition to at least 5 years of progressive leadership experience.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large‑scale land developments and construction projects from inception to completion.
• Strong financial expertise in project budgeting and evaluation of financial impacts.
• Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to manage complex agreements and contracts.
• Working knowledge of public sector procurement requirements and affordable housing programs and regulations will be considered an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving abilities to navigate complex contracts, permits and potential challenges.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to effectively influence others and lead high‑performing teams.
• Success in this position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse partners, regulatory authorities, and various interest holders.

Pre‑employment Requirements

• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Details

Union: Exempt

Business Unit: Calgary Housing

Position Type: 1 Permanent

Location: 200, 2535 3 Avenue SE

Compensation: Level H $121,267 – 193,315 per annum

Days of Work: This position works a 5‑day work week earning 1 day off in a 3‑week cycle.

Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week

Audience: Internal/External

Apply By: April 15, 2025

Job ID #: 311723