Development Manager at Meridia Recruitment Solutions

Job Title: Development Manager

Company Name: Meridia Recruitment Solutions

Location: Halifax, NS (In-person, with additional locations)

Job Type: Full-time / Permanent

Job Summary:
Meridia Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Development Manager to join Granite Springs Estates Construction Ltd. in Bayside, Nova Scotia. This role is pivotal in leading a large-scale real estate development project aimed at addressing the housing shortage in the Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM). The successful candidate will oversee the initial phase of the project, focusing on the development and sale of single-family homes, while ensuring compliance with zoning laws and managing stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the development and execution of master-site plans and various studies to obtain necessary development agreements and ensure compliance with zoning by-laws.
• Develop a comprehensive budget for review and approval by Dongdu International Group (DDI), including costs for development agreements, construction, and anticipated sales revenue.
• Consult with Engineers and Consultants on community development disciplines (infrastructure, municipal, wastewater, etc.).
• Collaborate with Architects to create construction drawings and renderings.
• Lead workforce planning and human resources duties to ensure adequate resources are available as the construction phase approaches.
• Oversee sales and marketing efforts, including conducting a semi-annual sales and marketing plan with competitive analysis.
• Proactively manage risks associated with political, environmental, social, technical, financial, safety, construction, and market issues.
• Seek opportunities to acquire additional land for further community development.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience as a Project Manager, preferably in real estate or land development projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Project Management from a recognized institution.
• In-depth knowledge of zoning laws and regulations applicable to real estate development in HRM.
• Experience in water and sewer design, stormwater management, site grading, and road design.
• Exceptional interpersonal and public relations skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including City Planners, Councilors, Consultants, and Subcontractors.
• Strong technical expertise with a business-oriented mindset, capable of managing multiple competing priorities.
• Proven team leadership skills with the ability to guide a team of professionals in project design and construction.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in large-scale residential/community development projects from planning through construction.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to mentor and lead a team effectively.

Salary and Benefits:
Competitive compensation and benefits package (specific details not provided).

Application Process:
To express interest in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking Apply Now. For more information, contact Austin McLennan, Senior Consultant, at 902-424-1103 or amclennan@kbrs.ca, or Kyle Armstrong, Recruitment Specialist, at 902-334-7488 or karmstrong@kbrs.ca. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Austin or Kyle.