Job Summary

We are seeking a driven, detail-oriented, and entrepreneurially minded Senior

Development Manager to join our team, specializing in real estate development projects. This

role involves overseeing the planning and implementation of a diverse range of social-purpose

projects. The successful candidate will work on impactful projects, including affordable and

mixed-income housing, and difficult sites requiring specialized expertise in established areas,

transit-oriented contexts, and brownfields. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute

to shaping the future of city-building and housing in Western Canada.

Key Responsibilities:

● Project Management & Execution:

○ Oversee projects from feasibility to stabilization, ensuring completion within

scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards.

○ Collaborate with partners and clients to establish project goals, timelines, and

budgets.

○ Develop and manage overall project and construction schedules, identifying and

sequencing activities.

○ Manage multiple projects simultaneously in various phases of development.

○ Develop, implement, and maintain project management processes.

● Financial Administration & Funding:

○ Prepare winning strategies and proposals to secure grants and loans for

affordable housing developments.

○ Develop pro forma models for project feasibility using CMHC templates

(understanding how to make a pro forma from scratch is an asset).

○ Establish and track project budgets (capital and operating), review invoices,

change orders, and monitor contingency use.

○ Advise on and coordinate funding applications, financing draws, and identify

equity requirements.

○ Project and monitor cash flow.

● Construction Oversight:

○ Assist in managing the construction phase, coordinating and overseeing

contractors to ensure compliance with contracts and specifications.

○ Monitor construction progress, quality, and adherence to safety regulations

through site visits, identifying issues and implementing timely solutions.

○ Negotiate and hold all parties accountable to their contracts.

● Stakeholder & Communication Management:

○ Facilitate communication and coordinate activities among clients, consultants,

contractors, partners, landlords, and other stakeholders.

○ Proactively communicate with clients, maintaining project status and tracking

reports.

○ Lead project meetings, ensuring minutes are distributed and filed.

○ Prepare professional project documentation, including feasibility reports,

business cases, progress reports, funding proposals, and construction updates.

○ Liaise with legal counsel, municipality, government, funders, and lenders.

○ Take transparent and accurate minutes and prepare a final overview and record

of meetings.

○ Provide presentations to clients' Boards of Directors as required.





● Risk Management & Problem Solving:

○ Support senior team members with risk assessments and mitigation strategies.

○ Actively troubleshoot and problem-solve, tracking project performance indicators.

● Procurement:

○ Prepare winning responses to Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) and Requests

for Proposals (RFPs) posted by municipalities.

○ Prepare RFQs and RFPs to select Prime Consultants, Builders, and other

consultants.

○ Procure consultants and project team members by preparing scopes of work,

administering Request for Proposal processes, evaluating proposals, and

negotiating contracts.

○ Supervise the issuance of purchase orders and monitor the quality of

deliverables.

● Business Development & Team Support:

○ Cultivate new and existing business relationships, network, and position the firm

as a leader.

○ Support the pursuit and securing of new projects.

○ Energize, supervise, mentor, and support other team members, ensuring fair

work distribution and effective integration.

○ Contribute to the ongoing improvement of systems, procedures, and tools.

Education:

○ Bachelor’s degree or diploma in construction management, engineering,

architecture, interior design, planning, or a related field.

● Experience:

○ Minimum 7+ years of experience in project management, construction

coordination, or a similar role.

○ Experience with multifamily or mixed-use projects is a highly valued asset.

○ Experience delivering real estate projects, including new construction,

renovations, fit-outs, and/or upgrades.

○ "Owner Representative" project management experience in a fee-for-service

consulting environment is highly desired.

● Technical Proficiencies:

○ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

○ Experience with project management software such as MS Project is an asset.

○ Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar tools is helpful.

○ Experience with P6 or other scheduling software is helpful.

○ Knowledge of Google Suite and Adobe Suite is considered an asset.

● Certifications (a plus/asset):

○ PMP (Project Management Professional).

○ LEED, CSP, ENV SP, or other industry-related sustainability designations.

○ P.Eng. or quantity cost surveying certification.

● Knowledge:

○ Solid understanding of construction processes and contractor management,

including CCDC contracts (2, 5a, 5b).

○ Knowledge of Alberta building codes, safety regulations,



and construction

practices in a multifamily context.

○ Familiarity with the Western Canada real estate and construction market.

○ Demonstrated strong working knowledge and understanding of affordable

housing, building codes, construction, land, and real estate development, or land

use planning.

● Key Competencies:

○ Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and

priorities.

○ Effective communication skills (verbal and written in English) with the ability to

work collaboratively in a team environment.

○ Strong interpersonal skills, articulate, responsive, and highly organized.

○ Situational awareness, diplomacy, and confidence to liaise with various

professionals.

○ Ability to think independently and use definite judgment, especially when

procedures are not well established.

● Other Requirements:

○ *Must reside in the Edmonton area in order to attend regular client meetings and

site visits namely in Edmonton, but across Alberta and Western Canada as well.

○ Valid driver’s license and vehicle is required. Leading Housing has a mileage

reimbursement program.

Pay: $95,000.00-$125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Vision care
- Work from home

Application question(s):

- Do you have direct experience managing real estate development projects in an Owner's Representative capacity?
- Do you have at least 7 years' of professional experience in project management, construction coordination, or real estate development?
- Have you personally managed multifamily residential or mixed-use real estate development projects, including new construction, renovations, or major upgrades?
- Do you have hands-on experience delivering affordable housing projects or working with affordable housing funding programs in Canada, including CMHC financing or funding programs?
- Have you developed or managed real estate project feasibility analyses and pro forma financial models, including capital budgets, cash flow projections, and funding requirements?
- Do you currently reside in the Edmonton area and have the ability to attend regular in-person client meetings and construction site visits?
- Do you hold a valid driver's license and have reliable access to a personal vehicle for work-related travel, including site visits across Alberta?
- Have you been directly responsible for managing project schedules, construction budgets, change orders, cash flow, and cost forecasts on real estate development projects?
- Do you hold a bachelor's degree or diploma in construction management, engineering, architecture, interior design, planning, or a related field?
- Do you have working knowledge of Alberta building codes, and municipal approvals?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edmonton, AB

📌 Senior Development Manager (Edmonton)
🏢 Leading Housing Consulting
📍 Edmonton