Development Coordinator
Top Benefits
About the role
Organizational Overview
Based in Vancouver, Community Land Trust (CLT) is a social purpose real estate developer focused on creating communities’ people are proud to call home. Established in 2015, CLT is a member of the CHF BC group of social enterprises. CLT stewards its real estate, asset management, development, and finance portfolios with access to shared corporate services of the CHF BC group.
CLT currently has more than 34 co-ops in their portfolio, with more than 2,600 occupied homes and another 1,830 homes in development or under construction in Victoria, Abbotsford, Maple Ridge, Vancouver, Surrey, New Westminster, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Kelowna and North Cowichan.
Over the past 10 years, CLT has grown significantly, building their own real estate, development, asset management, and finance divisions. Today, CLT has a real asset portfolio of approximately $1.25 billion, with $45 million in operating budgets and a team of 48 staff.
Our team of skilled industry professionals is focused on creating and advocating for inclusive communities that residents are proud to call home.
Purpose of the Position
We are currently seeking a Development Coordinator, reporting to the Associate Executive Director of Development, and working closely with the Development team, to play a critical role in delivering affordable housing for the growth of our organization. You are passionate and energetic about making a difference in the Community Housing Sector and can bring a level of expertise in all phases of the development process to shape the future of our company and your career.
You are self-motivated and proactive and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with excellent time management and organizational skills that can easily adapt to the changing needs of development. You take pride in and will be responsible for being a project team leader and cultivating and maintaining relationships with the CLT departments, consultants, municipal staff, and partner organizations.
Key Responsibilities
The Development Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the project team from conception through to completion for some high-profile and high-value projects in Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island. This position provides support and coordination to the project team. They will manage the design process, liaise with the Municipalities, Provincial and Federal funders, and the community, and expedite the development and building approval processes through all aspects of regulatory authorizations for a mix of multi-family and mixed-use developments.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Working closely with the Associate Executive Director of Development to provide support on an as-needed basis to the Development Team
- Coordination and setting up meetings, note-taking, and distribution.
- Coordination for procurement of Due Diligence reports and consultants
- Support and Coordination with Finance, Accounting, Development and Operations teams at CLT
- Support the Development team in building handover to operations
- Support in compiling monthly progress claims and project invoicing.
- Support the monthly reporting commitments to project partners
- Support in establishing systems and processes to optimize daily operations.
Education and Experience:
- A degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Urban Land Economics, Construction Management, or a related academic discipline
- 3 + years of recent, related experience in real estate development and planning
- Strong understanding of project management principles
- Experience working with municipalities within Metro Vancouver is an asset.
- Strong understanding of municipal governance structures, as well as where provincial and federal authorities can impact development and funding opportunities.
Skills and Abilities:
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent project management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Strong planning, organizational, and facilitation stakeholder management skills
- Strong time management skills with a keen ability to multi-task and prioritize.
Working Requirements:
- Ability to travel to project and site locations across the Metro Vancouver/Lower Mainland area.
- Availability to work in the office or remotely under a hybrid work model.
Compensation: $76,500-$90,000 annually. Salary commensurate with experience. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
CLT Development Services Society is an equal opportunity employer. We hire based on merit and are strongly committed to equity, diversity and accessibility. Upon request accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. We value diversity and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $76,500.00-$90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
About Community Land Trust
Community Land Trust is a social purpose real estate developer that delivers co-operative housing in BC. Established by the Co-operative Housing Federation of BC (CHF BC) in 2015, CLT is owned by BC’s co-operative housing sector and is a member of the CHF BC group of social enterprises.
Development Coordinator
Top Benefits
About the role
Organizational Overview
Based in Vancouver, Community Land Trust (CLT) is a social purpose real estate developer focused on creating communities’ people are proud to call home. Established in 2015, CLT is a member of the CHF BC group of social enterprises. CLT stewards its real estate, asset management, development, and finance portfolios with access to shared corporate services of the CHF BC group.
CLT currently has more than 34 co-ops in their portfolio, with more than 2,600 occupied homes and another 1,830 homes in development or under construction in Victoria, Abbotsford, Maple Ridge, Vancouver, Surrey, New Westminster, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Kelowna and North Cowichan.
Over the past 10 years, CLT has grown significantly, building their own real estate, development, asset management, and finance divisions. Today, CLT has a real asset portfolio of approximately $1.25 billion, with $45 million in operating budgets and a team of 48 staff.
Our team of skilled industry professionals is focused on creating and advocating for inclusive communities that residents are proud to call home.
Purpose of the Position
We are currently seeking a Development Coordinator, reporting to the Associate Executive Director of Development, and working closely with the Development team, to play a critical role in delivering affordable housing for the growth of our organization. You are passionate and energetic about making a difference in the Community Housing Sector and can bring a level of expertise in all phases of the development process to shape the future of our company and your career.
You are self-motivated and proactive and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with excellent time management and organizational skills that can easily adapt to the changing needs of development. You take pride in and will be responsible for being a project team leader and cultivating and maintaining relationships with the CLT departments, consultants, municipal staff, and partner organizations.
Key Responsibilities
The Development Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the project team from conception through to completion for some high-profile and high-value projects in Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island. This position provides support and coordination to the project team. They will manage the design process, liaise with the Municipalities, Provincial and Federal funders, and the community, and expedite the development and building approval processes through all aspects of regulatory authorizations for a mix of multi-family and mixed-use developments.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Working closely with the Associate Executive Director of Development to provide support on an as-needed basis to the Development Team
- Coordination and setting up meetings, note-taking, and distribution.
- Coordination for procurement of Due Diligence reports and consultants
- Support and Coordination with Finance, Accounting, Development and Operations teams at CLT
- Support the Development team in building handover to operations
- Support in compiling monthly progress claims and project invoicing.
- Support the monthly reporting commitments to project partners
- Support in establishing systems and processes to optimize daily operations.
Education and Experience:
- A degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Urban Land Economics, Construction Management, or a related academic discipline
- 3 + years of recent, related experience in real estate development and planning
- Strong understanding of project management principles
- Experience working with municipalities within Metro Vancouver is an asset.
- Strong understanding of municipal governance structures, as well as where provincial and federal authorities can impact development and funding opportunities.
Skills and Abilities:
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent project management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Strong planning, organizational, and facilitation stakeholder management skills
- Strong time management skills with a keen ability to multi-task and prioritize.
Working Requirements:
- Ability to travel to project and site locations across the Metro Vancouver/Lower Mainland area.
- Availability to work in the office or remotely under a hybrid work model.
Compensation: $76,500-$90,000 annually. Salary commensurate with experience. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
CLT Development Services Society is an equal opportunity employer. We hire based on merit and are strongly committed to equity, diversity and accessibility. Upon request accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. We value diversity and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $76,500.00-$90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
About Community Land Trust
Community Land Trust is a social purpose real estate developer that delivers co-operative housing in BC. Established by the Co-operative Housing Federation of BC (CHF BC) in 2015, CLT is owned by BC’s co-operative housing sector and is a member of the CHF BC group of social enterprises.