Lead multidisciplinary project teams and provide strategic direction for developments at Peel Housing Corporation. Oversee project planning, approvals, and stakeholder communications across the Region of Peel.
Responsibilities
Lead multidisciplinary internal and external project teams including project managers, planners, consultants, and contractors while managing complex stakeholder environments and mitigating project, financial, political, and reputational risks
Provide strategic direction across all phases of development, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements
Oversee project planning activities, including critical path analysis, task prioritization, schedule development, and construction budget monitoring
Coordinate feasibility studies and prepare development plans, project assessments, cash flow analyses, funding requirements, and operating pro formas
Secure planning approvals in collaboration with municipal partners, including official plan amendments, zoning changes, variances, severances, and permits
Support negotiations related to development strategy, real estate transactions, legal agreements, and the selection of development partners or consortiums
Lead procurement processes from planning through award, including drafting scopes of work and supporting contract administration in partnership with Legal Services and Real Estate
Prepare and review project updates and status reports for clients, senior leadership, the Board of Directors, regional committees, and internal stakeholders, and support presentations to Regional Council
Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders by interpreting and negotiating outcomes, resolving issues such as contractor delays, and influencing decisions to advance project objectives
Anticipate stakeholder needs and proactively address emerging issues, risks, and information requests
Represent the organization at public consultations, open houses, presentations, and meetings with contractors, regulatory agencies, and community members
Mentor and guide team members by demonstrating expertise in legal considerations, contract administration, engineering practices, design, and project management
Requirements
A satisfactory Level 1 Criminal Record Check obtained directly from a police station (third-party background checks will not be accepted)
Post-Secondary degree in business, planning, engineering, urban studies, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in housing development, including residential mixed-use, community, non-profit, and/or supportive housing
Knowledge of Region of Peel’s affordable housing landscape, Non-profit housing environment, and different levels of government policies and incentives schemes is a preferred asset
Knowledge and applied experience with the development process, including due diligence, concept design, deal structuring, and municipal approvals
Proven experience collaborating with and managing diverse stakeholders, including developers, municipal officials, councillors, and residents
Knowledge and understanding of Provincial, GTA, Regional, and local planning issues
Demonstrated ability to prepare comprehensive reports, develop creative solutions to complex problems and present recommendations regarding appraisal, settlement and expropriation
Combination of education and experience may be considered
Benefits
Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health
Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan
Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis, starting at 3 weeks per annum
3 Paid personal days and floating holidays
Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
Access to tuition reimbursement and learning and development resources
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