About Auguston Town Development Inc. (ATDI)

Auguston Town Development Inc. is a leading land development company based in Abbotsford with decades of experience. With a long-term and strategic landholding portfolio, ATDI focuses on master-planned community design, land optimization, phased development strategy, and coordinated infrastructure planning. As a key contributor to the region’s growth, we are committed to creating livable, sustainable, and well-planned communities.

Position Overview

Auguston Town Development Inc. (ATDI) is currently recruiting for a permanent full-time Assistant Development Manager. This entry-level position works under the direction of the General Manager and the Development & Operations Manager to support community planning, land development coordination, and project analysis. The Assistant Development Manager will assist in providing planning information to the public and internal teams, and will contribute to research, analysis, and reporting that supports ATDI’s long-term community development strategy. The role involves collaboration with municipal partners, consultants, senior staff, and other stakeholders, and requires a robust commitment to professional communication, organization, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

- Project Support: Assist the General Manager and Development & Operations Manager with project plans, schedules, budgets, and reporting.
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Gather, analyze, and organize planning and project data to inform decisions and prepare reports.
- Coordination: Liaise with internal departments, consultants, contractors, municipal staff, and the public to gather information and ensure smooth project workflow.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate project files, permits, correspondence, and documentation records.
- Public Interaction:



Respond to public inquiries and provide basic information on planning policies and development processes.
- Meeting Participation: Prepare agendas, attend project meetings, record minutes, and track follow-up actions.
- Risk Identification: Help identify potential project risks and recommend mitigation strategies.

Education & Experience

· Post-secondary education in either Civil Technology, Land Use Planning, Geography, Environmental Planning, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning or a related field. (A bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required; applicants with relevant diplomas or equivalent development-related experience will also be considered.)

· 2–5 years of experience in land development, planning, municipal approvals, engineering coordination, project administration, or related work.

· Basic understanding or familiarity with BC planning frameworks, including Official Community Plans (OCPs), zoning bylaws, development permits, subdivision processes, and municipal approval procedures.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills, with comfort interacting with consultants, municipal staff, and the public.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, document management, and basic data analysis.
(Experience with GIS, mapping tools, or visualization software is an asset but not required.)

· Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced development environment.

· Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence (Meetings at city hall and site visits may be required).

Compensation & Benefits

- Salary: $65,500 – $85,500 (commensurate with experience)
- Paid Vacation
- Professional Development:Company-supported paid training and development

Pay: $65,500.00-$85,500.00 per year

Benefits:

- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Assistant Development Manager (Abbotsford)
🏢 Auguston Town Development
📍 Abbotsford