Northern Lead, Housing Development - $75,000 A Year (Iqaluit)

Northern Lead, Housing Development - $75,000 A Year (Iqaluit)

25 Aug
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Sonderbloom
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Iqaluit

25 Aug

Sonderbloom

Iqaluit

OverviewWe are seeking a self-motivated and diligent new team member with understanding and experience in construction and/or housing development to support our Northern housing projects. This role is for an initial 12-month contract with the potential to turn into a full-time salaried position within our company. This 12-month contract position will be based out of Iqaluit, Nunavut and provide development management support across several affordable housing projects. This position is for ideal for someone looking for opportunity to expand on their experience in housing development and lead a purpose driven project while exploring an underserved region of the Canadian North. *We are recruiting candidates from all over Ontario, with the expectation the candidate is to relocate to Iqaluit for this contract.About SonderbloomWe are a Toronto based consulting firm that specializes in affordable housing development. We primarily provide development management services to non-profits in the Greater Toronto Area which spans the whole lifecycle of residential development: from concept through pre-construction to delivery. Current projects include property improvements, renovation of existing buildings and new-build projects. We are a small, motivated team that prides itself on supporting projects that work to provide quality housing and better lives for at risk populations – from those facing addiction and mental health struggles to victims of human trafficking or disenfranchised indigenous communities. We are beginning exciting work on a series of projects in the North to support non-profit clients building housing in remote areas which face considerable building challenges. We’re excited to continue to grow our housing team with people who want to make a difference.Working at SonderbloomThough this position would represent our first Northern post, our team works primarily through online tools and software. We manage our projects through a hybrid of virtual and in-person meetings with clients and staff located across Canada. We utilize Project Management software and keep careful project records and documentation so we can provide our clients with a transparent and communicative experience. We are only looking for highly organized and adaptable individuals that feel they could excel in this kind of environment. If this sounds like you, read on and we look forward to reading your application. Northern Lead RoleIn this role you will play a key part in the pre-delivery and construction phases of our housing development projects in Nunavut. You will be responsible for coordinating,



managing and tracking progress on behalf of Sonderbloom’s clients to ensure that projects are delivered as prescribed, within budget and schedule constraints. This role will require strong interpersonal skills, organization and project management capabilities with an understanding and knowledge of the residential construction processes. The role will require strong communication skills to work alongside stakeholders, consultants, contractors and management teams as well as communicating with the Sonderbloom Project Manager, Principal, and team remotely. Core Responsibilities Coordinating the delivery of shelter, transitional and affordable housing renovationsManage the tendering and procurement process, analysis and evaluation and providing clear recommendationsDay-to-day management of general contractors/ construction managers, consultants, vendors, and suppliers acting as Owner's representative Developing a pre-construction schedule and accurate budget for each construction projectEstablishing and monitoring of budgets and adherence of variance controlsEnsuring projects are delivered on time and on budget, ensure that proper invoice and cost tracking is maintained throughout the life cycle of the projectDeveloping and managing a construction risks and issues log with the residential construction coordinatorEnsuring engineering, architectural, and design activities are completed accurately and in a timely mannerProviding oversight and acting as the first point of contact for risk and issue resolution. Major strengths will be around communications to key internal and external stakeholdersCoordinating timely site inspections to ensure quality, timing, and adherence to standardsManaging day-to-day work on projects in construction phases; coordinate and make recommendations regarding status of work with input from the residential construction coordinatorLiaising with various internal contacts and stakeholders providing weekly highlight report updates to the client teamAbout You (Experience and Skills)Must Have:Bachelor’s degree or two-year diploma in Construction or Project Management (or related / equivalent experience)Comfortable working from Iqaluit,



Nunavut or other sites in Nunavut as equired (Cost of travel to and from Toronto will be covered at least twice annually) Willingness and ability to travel within Nunavut and Ontario on occasion Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills and able to form trusted relationships with stakeholdersProactive approach to problem-solving and solution finding skills Positive organizational and planning skills, capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously and effectivelyCapable and motivated to work independentlyAnalytical and evaluation skills to translate construction-related detail into clear recommendations to different audiencesPositive ‘can do’ attitude towards team-working and collaboration Knowledge of Project Management Principles, tools and governance is essentialNice to Have:Experience using Microsoft365 software and other Project Management digital tools is an asset (Teamwork, Microsoft Project, Canva, Argus Developer among others)Experience working with architects, planners, contractors and engineers Knowledge of the fundamentals of Building Codes, Permits, Occupational Health and Safety, and construction laws (plus a willingness to learn codes and laws specific to Nunavut on the job)Experience working with construction documentation such as plans / blueprints, engineering studies and construction management plans Knowledge and experience of delivery toolkits and construction related documentation, such as RFI’s, PCN’s and Change OrdersExperience working with non-profit and/ or public sector funding programs is considered an assetTerm: 12-month contract with potential to become permanent.Location: This role will be based in Iqaluit and will begin as a contract position. We are recruiting candidates from all over Ontario, with the expectation the candidate is to relocate to Iqaluit for this contract.While the work is initially tied to our northern projects, we are a Toronto-based firm with the majority of our work located in the Greater Toronto Area. This position has the potential to transition into a permanent role after the contract period. Long-term placement may be offered in Iqaluit or Toronto, depending on project needs and client demand at that time.Remuneration: $75k per annum (base salary) prorated. Northern Allowance: $16,000Sonderbloom will assist in finding accommodation and a Northern allowance of 16k will be provided to subsidize living expenses in Iqaluit. Interested candidates should include a resumé and optional cover letter describing how they are well-suited to the position. Please email

📌 Northern Lead, Housing Development - $75,000 A Year (Iqaluit)
🏢 Sonderbloom
📍 Iqaluit

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