With a range of full-service real estate offerings including property management and leasing, development management, and investment and asset management, Colonnade BridgePort has built a reputation of excellence in the real estate industry for more than 40 years. We service a portfolio of state of the art commercial, residential, and mixed-use properties in Ottawa and Gatineau, the GTA and Southwestern Ontario, and Atlantic Canada.

Development Manager, the

Development Manager (“DM”)

will manage all aspects of the development process including design, schedule, financial analysis, contracts, municipal approvals, reporting, etc. The DM will work closely with internal Investment Management, Asset Management, Leasing and Operations team. The role is also an key point of communication for all stakeholders such as Investors, Asset Managers, Property Managers, Brokers, Tenants, and Consultants.

Manage municipal approvals (ex. Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, Site Plan Applications and Minor Variances).

Monitor Provincial and Municipal initiated updates to planning regulations.

Contract and project managing design consultants.

Develop and manage overall project schedule.

Manage project budgets, schedules, accounting requirements, invoice reviews, and variance reporting.

Manage change process throughout each project.





Manage project turnover process.

3 years or more of related experience in development.

Post Secondary diploma or degree in Planning or Engineering.

Working knowledge of Canadian planning frameworks.

PMP Certification or another relevant professional certification such as GSC or LEED is a definite asset.

Experience working in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Project, Word); experience with Yardi software is an asset.

bilingual (English & French) is an asset.

Valid Class G Driver’s Licence and access to own vehicle is an asset.

Our employees enjoy participating in sports tournaments, BBQ’s, potlucks, prize draws, holiday parties, and more! Three days personal leave

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Comprehensive benefits plan that includes health, dental, vision, and disability coverage (cost shared by company and employee)

Professional development (up to two paid courses per year)

Holiday office closure between Christmas and New Years

Therefore, we welcome and encourage qualified applications from people of all gender identities, visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

📌 Director of Planning and Development Services (Ottawa)
🏢 Colonnade Management
📍 Ottawa