About the role The Director of Construction will work alongside the Chief Development Officer and Vice President, Developments. The successful candidate will manage projects from acquisition and due diligence through planning, approvals, design, construction, leasing, and final delivery, with a focus on mid-rise and high-rise residential developments. This role is based in Toronto, Ontario.

What you'll do Lead residential development projects from acquisition and due diligence through planning, approvals, design, construction, leasing, and final delivery

Evaluate prospective acquisitions, coordinate due diligence, and support financial feasibility and sensitivity analyses

Manage consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to keep projects on schedule, on budget, and aligned with business objectives

Prepare and manage project budgets, cash flow forecasts, schedules, and development proformas

Coordinate planning approvals, rezoning, site plan applications, permits, and other municipal processes

Oversee the construction process, including quality control, site inspections, issue resolution, and contract/payment administration

Work closely with leasing teams and external brokers to support leasing strategy and execution at appropriate stages of the project

Liaise with municipalities, approval authorities, community stakeholders, and partners to advance projects efficiently

Prepare and present project updates, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership

Help establish and improve development and construction processes, standards,



and best practices

Perform other related duties as required

What you bring Minimum five years of real estate development experience, with demonstrated responsibility for managing projects from acquisition through construction completion, leasing, and delivery

Direct experience with mid-rise and/or high-rise residential projects is required

Post-secondary degree in Architecture, Engineering, Planning, Finance, or a related field is an asset

Strong understanding of financial analysis, including proformas, cash flow forecasting, NPV, IRR, and return analysis for development projects

Solid knowledge of the development process, including acquisitions, entitlements, design coordination, construction management, leasing, and project close-out

Working knowledge of planning, entitlement, and municipal approval processes within the Greater Toronto Area, including rezoning, official plan amendments, site plan approval, and building permit processes

Solid analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; Argus is an asset

Established relationships with consultants, contractors, trades, and other industry stakeholders are an asset

Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

Location & hours Montcrest head office, 1131A Leslie Street, Toronto — in office 5 days per week

📌 Director of Construction (Toronto)
🏢 Montcrest Asset Management
📍 Toronto