Job Description

Role impact:

Under minimal supervision, the Senior Coordinator, Client Design + Delivery will be responsible at any given point in time for working with the Client Design Managers and Coordinators, coordinating the implementation of Client design direction and standards as set-forth in the department for either a singular development project, or a set of operational projects, of considerable scope, complexity, and/or profile/risk. These projects may involve one or more of the following: Retail (interior and exterior), Restaurants, Food Halls, Kiosks, and from time to time, Anchor Stores. This position will report directly to the respective Manager, Client Design + Delivery per folio.

What you will deliver:

Under minimal supervision, for either a singular development project or a set of operational projects, of considerable scope, complexity, and/or profile/risk:

• Review and provide comments on client proposals and drawings to ensure high quality for Retail, Food and Kiosk designs for Cadillac Fairview development projects
• Introduce to Clients, through the Cadillac Fairview Design Criteria, the Cadillac Fairview level of ambition for retail/food design
• Respond to queries from Clients, their designers, and contractors as part of the collaborative design process
• Communicate Cadillac Fairview's brand and design strategy to Clients. Provide assistance in Clients' initial design conceptual stage to better expedite Landlord's approval process
• Review, comment and approve all Client drawing submissions including Schematic, Preliminary and Final Construction Drawings
• Collaborate and provide timely assistance to Legal and Leasing teams
• Attend property Client tracking meetings to communicate and coordinate project information to all stakeholders
• Provide ongoing support and act as on site resource to stakeholders
• Promote collaboration and communication both with internal and external clients
• Create and or assist with client status report/tracking report updates including plans
• Assist Property Operations Manager and General Manager in Client Tracking Meetings and initiate Client Contractor orientation meetings prior to construction start
• Administer and direct Schedule C walk-thorough sign-off with property and consultants for all projects prior to Client possession date
• Manage Client recoverables and provide tracking and reports to Finance lead (on development projects only)
• Monitor / manage Schedule C report updates and on site sign off
• Participate in on-site weekly/daily (as required) visits to monitor client construction sites to ensure integrity of the approved store design and minimize deficiencies
• Manage Client Package (i.e. Design Criteria, LOD)
• Manage deficiency site visits and documentation letters to Operations Manager per site for distribution to Clients
• Manage correspondence within both operational and development projects to ensure all letters are issued through property via property administration

What your strengths are:

• Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize
• Self-motivated and ability to take direction from multiple people simultaneously
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Experience with construction sites and ability to address on site construction issues
• Ability to influence, reason and develop building strong relationship skills with both internal and external clients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and, in Quebec, fluently bilingual (French and English)
• Demonstrate tact and diplomacy in problem solving/conflict resolution while being solution-oriented and pro-active
• Ability to undertake and effectively manage large-scale projects is an asset

What you need to succeed:

• Undergraduate degree in a 3 or 4 year post-secondary Interior Design/Architecture Program or other post-secondary education with professional degree from an accredited School of Interior Design/Architecture or post-secondary education from an accredited college/CEGEP (possess DEC from a minimum 3 year program) with an interior design or architecture designation
• 5+ years of Interior Design, Architecture or Project Management with a retail and food/restaurant focus. Solid experience in retail store planning would be an asset
• ARIDO intern or greater, OAA intern or greater
• Design motivated as well as experience in a client service role
• Presentation skills for both internal and external clients
• Basic project management skills and knowledge in National Building Codes
• Ability to read and understand comprehensive and fully developed construction drawing sets (i.e. architectural mechanical and electrical plans) and possess a solid knowledge of construction detailing
• Knowledgeable of the following programs: Adobe Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), AutoCAD, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Sketch-Up
• Ability to communicate ideas through sketching and graphic representation as well as verbally
• Flexibility with hours and ability to travel when required

Why you should join us:

At Cadillac Fairview we have been transforming communities for over 50 years. We are so much more than our properties. We are building leaders at all levels. We offer the challenge of interesting work, a great organizational culture, the opportunity to collaborate with the best in the business, and support for your growth and development. We reward values-based behavior and superior results with a competitive rewards package that includes best-in-class benefits and pension. Imagine a place where you can make a difference!

At CF our everyday actions and critical business decisions are guided by our CF Values. Achieving results is naturally important for us and we achieve results through behaviours that are consistent with our CF Values.

Are you someone who believes in our values?

• Aim Higher - we strive to exceed expectations
• Own Your Expertise - we empower ourselves and each other
• Collaborate Effectively - we bring the right people together to get the right results
• Engage with Empathy - we objectively consider the needs of others
• Embrace Change - we drive, learn from, and adapt to change

At CF you'll join a diverse community and award-winning team where your talent and commitment to excellence are welcomed, valued and respected. We're ready to meet you there - are you?

CF is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. If you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment, assessment, and/or selection process, please notify your CF contact or email cfcareers@cadillacfairview.com.