Development Manager

Company Description LCH Developments Inc. is a Toronto-based real estate developer operating in the multifamily space. Our team strives to streamline the development and construction management processes to deliver projects with unmatched speed, efficiency, and attention to detail. The construction management division of our company is Elevate CM. Its mission is to set new standards of service and project execution. With our 3 Cs of culture (curiosity, care, and collaboration) we have a mission to set a new standard of service and project execution. Our co-working brand, Merge Spaces, is a dynamic, design-forward environment that serves both LCH’s internal team and a growing community of professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives. Role Description The Development Manager leads real estate projects from early feasibility through design, municipal approvals, and pre‑construction. This role manages planning, consultant teams, technical coordination, and entitlement strategy to ensure projects advance efficiently and meet design, financial, and regulatory expectations. The ideal candidate brings strong project coordination and technical problem-solving skills, with experience working on development or construction projects and a desire to grow their career on the ownership/development side. This role offers the chance to guide impactful development projects from feasibility through pre-construction, working closely with leadership, consultants, municipal partners, and internal teams. You’ll help shape project vision, coordinate approvals, and deliver well-designed, feasible outcomes aligned with company goals. Ideal for an engineer, project coordinator, assistant project manager, or emerging development professional, this role provides valuable exposure to the ownership side of real estate development. For someone who enjoys urban development, complex problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration, this is an opportunity to take ownership of meaningful projects and contribute to a team committed to thoughtful planning, proactive communication, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities Project Lifecycle & Municipal Approvals Manage projects from feasibility through design, rezoning, site plan approval, pre-construction readiness, permitting and occupancy Lead municipal approvals processes (OPA, ZBA, SPA, Minor Variance), ensuring alignment with planning policy and regulatory requirements Maintain development schedules, critical paths, and entitlement milestones; prepare updates for internal stakeholders Attend municipal meetings, public consultations, and stakeholder sessions; support presentation materials and briefing notes Consultant & Stakeholder Coordination Direct and coordinate architects, engineers, planners, environmental consultants, and other partners Lead RFP processes, evaluate proposals, negotiate fees, and onboard consultants Collaborate with internal teams—including construction, marketing, and finance—to ensure cross‑department alignment Design & Technical Oversight Review drawings, reports, and technical submissions for consistency, quality, and regulatory compliance Support design development with input on feasibility, constructability, and cost‑effective solutions Feasibility, Due Diligence & Financial Analysis Conduct site due diligence, zoning reviews, market research, and early‑stage feasibility assessments Support pro forma development, budgeting, and project forecasting with the finance team Review consultant invoices, progress summaries, and budget variances to ensure alignment with approved plans Leadership & Cross‑Functional Support Provide mentorship to junior development staff Support marketing, sales readiness, and community engagement initiatives as projects approach launch Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Civil engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline 3–5 years of progressive experience in engineering consulting, construction management, project management, development or a related field Experience contributing to multifamily, mixed-use, institutional, commercial, or infrastructure projects through design, approvals, permitting, construction, or project coordination phases Strong understanding of construction drawings, consultant deliverables, technical reports, and project documentation Familiarity with municipal approvals, development processes, and permitting requirements is considered an asset Understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, and cost control principles Strong communication & stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across consultant, contractor, and owner teams Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Proficiency in Excel, Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat, MS Project (or similar project management software)

The Development Manager leads real estate projects from early feasibility through design and municipal approvals to pre-construction. This role involves managing planning, consultant teams, and technical coordination to ensure projects meet design, financial, and regulatory expectations.

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 3-5 years of experience in engineering consulting, construction management, or project management. Strong understanding of construction drawings and municipal approvals is essential.

• Project managementPreferred

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• Project Coordination
• Technical Problem-Solving
• Construction Management
• Urban Development
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Communication
• Stakeholder Management
• Organizational Skills
• Detail-Oriented
• Budgeting
• Cost Control
• Feasibility Analysis
• Municipal Approvals
• Technical Oversight
• Consultant Coordination
• Market Research

• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Sales

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Jan 3, 2027

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Associate

Application method

Direct apply is available