Do you thrive on organization and attention to detail? Do you love identifying trends and taking initiative? Do you value clear, direct communication and pride yourself on following through? Are you curious about industry trends and always eager to learn more? Are you quick to own your mistakes, adapt quickly and take real satisfaction in achieving results?
If you answered yes to these questions, we have the job for you. Highstreet is seeking a Development Manager to join our head office team in Kelowna, BC.
WHY HIGHSTREET?
Highstreet is the largest developer, builder and operator of net-zero-ready homes in Canada and the only one offering double the standard warranty. We also manage our own growing portfolio of 1,400+ rental apartments with some of the highest customer service scores in any industry.
Our vision is that everyone in Highstreet’s community will want their friends to work with us, live with us and invest with us.
Help us achieve that vision.
CORE VALUES
Known as “Highstreeters” we demonstrate our core values in everything we do:
- Humility grants us insight from others
- Inquisitive & learning continuously
- Guided by always doing what is right
- Honest, open and timely communication
- Responsible & accountable for our actions and decisions
- Determined to persevere, get results and win together
THE OPPORTUNITY
As Development Manager, you’ll ensure land is ready and suitable for development while leading projects through the municipal and regulatory approvals process. Reporting to the VP, Development, your responsibilities will include:
- Coordinating with consultants, planners, municipalities, and other authorities to meet all development and regulatory requirements.
- Managing the full approvals process and securing necessary permits for development.
- Tracking and managing all development and building permit milestones.
- Preparing and overseeing soft cost budgets and timelines for approvals.
- Execution of templated design.
- Sourcing and contracting of project consultants.
- Representing the company at council, committee, and public meetings, responding to inquiries with professionalism.
- Collaboration with pre-construction and sales teams.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Highstreet is looking for a highly motivated individual who is willing to learn and grow with a company that values culture and performance. In addition to identifying with Highstreet’s values, the candidate should also:
- Hold a post-secondary degree/diploma in urban planning, building technology or project management.
- Have 5+ years of experience managing planning and approvals processes.
- Be an excellent communicator with a positive, ethical and professional approach.
- Possess strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Be a critical thinker, problem solver, and proactive contributor.
- Be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint)
- Previous experience using AutoCAD and a project management software is considered an asset.
Additional requirements:
- Willingness to travel, as required.
- Satisfactory criminal and credit record check.
Compensation Package:
Annual Salary: $95,000-$130,000 dependent on experience
Annual Bonus: Highstreet pays an annual bonus based on company performance. A typical bonus for a Development Manager is approximately 28% of annual salary. Determined annually, the bonus could be more or less depending on results.
Investment Opportunity: Highstreet encourages all employees to share in our success by offering the opportunity to invest in the projects we build and operate. To encourage employee investment, Highstreet matches employee investment at 50%, up to 20% of annual salary (i.e. for every $1 invested by the employee, Highstreet invests $0.50 on the employee's behalf). The investments are TFSA and RRSP eligible.