Job Description

Adi Development Group is looking for an experienced Director, Land Development to join our growing Construction team.

In this role, you will be leading, managing and coordinating the efforts of the Land Development team and third-party consultants. You will get insight into the intricate operations and execution of high-profile real estate development projects in one of the most innovative and fastest growing companies in the industry. You will be responsible for managing, designing and shaping award winning communities from initiation to completion.

What You'll Be Doing

• Conduct due diligence and feasibility study for acquiring new development properties
• Complete property searches by reviewing Official Plans (Regional and Municipal), zoning by-laws, urban design guidelines, OMB decisions, parkland dedications, property assessments, etc.
• Review adjacent development applications and approvals to assist in making informed decisions that will help the management team to acquire properties.
• Ability to underwrite, design and plan new communities with architects and other building consultants to ensure successful and profitable projects
• Create and track master project schedule and track budgets monthly to ensure accuracy in billing and progress
• Work with Marketing, Sales, Construction and Finance teams to execute on projects from inception to completion
• Attend site visits and meetings
• Requests, reviews and analyzes consultant proposals
• Develop, monitor and update project schedules and budgets for submission
• Negotiate Section 37, encroachment agreements, shoring agreements with municipalities and adjacent property owners
• Coordinate and manage the project consultant team to submit applications on time and budget
• Navigate and obtain municipal approvals such as Official Plan Amendments, Zoning Amendments, Committee of Adjustment, Draft Plan of Condominium and Part Lot Control
• Review, assess and comment on all reports and plans for development application submission
• Review, manage and clear comments from municipality for final entitlements
• Manage day to day project issues with the ability to Identify and resolve any issues and conflicts related to the project
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises and devise contingency plans
• Communicates and maintains a positive attitude with customers, consultant suppliers and employees
• Attend public meetings
• Obtain development application approval and clearing conditions to achieve registration
• Develop and maintain relationships with municipal, regional and conservation authority staff
• Monitor and stay current on industry related issues and attend industry related conferences and events
• Conduct field inspections, investigate project concerns, and organize on-site meetings to evaluate and solve site issues
• Manage Letters of Credits (LC) and recover money held by government agencies, and utility companies (LC reductions and release)

What You Bring

• 10+ years experience in Land Development and approvals for high rise and infill development, mixed use and commercial projects
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Planning/Urban Design or equivalent
• Have professional designation of MCIP, RPP, P. Eng is a MUST (PMP is a preferable)
• Possess thorough knowledge of the following:
• Ontario Municipal planning process
• Technical plans and reports
• Land acquisition process
• Lot grading and site servicing for both greenfield and urban developments
• Contract administration for infrastructure projects.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite including MS project
• Must have strong budgeting and scheduling skills and aptitude with scheduling software and project management software is a must
• Are a strong negotiator who possess excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Are enthusiastic, energetic and self-motivated team play who posses leadership skills
• Are concise and detailed oriented with a strong willingness to lead and collaborate
• Have strong customer focus, organizational skills, emotional intelligence and ability
• to manage through change.
• A valid G driver’s license, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel to various office locations.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• You’ll wear multiple hats and get hands-on experience with all aspects of your team’s projects
• We champion Ownership – from your first day you will be involved in shaping the direction of Adi
• We focus on continuously developing our team through education reimbursements and professional development offerings
• We don’t believe in micromanagement – while we are here to provide guidance, we trust you to do your job and achieve success
• Health benefits and personal health spending account

Who We Are

• Founded in 2007, Adi Development Group is one of Canada’s leading, most innovative real estate development and investment companies. We have developments spanning the GTA with over $2 Billion currently under development and growing.
• At Adi Development Group, each endeavour begins with an unrelenting commitment to master the extraordinary. From selecting only those locations that represent exceptional value, to forward-thinking designs and quality-driven buildings that enhance each community, to engaging partners that share our quest for excellence - this philosophy is evident in all that we do.
• From real estate investment, to planning, design, building and management, the Adi team takes pride in bringing passion and energy to every step of the process. It's a philosophy that continues to drive our residential and commercial real estate endeavors throughout the GTA. While others prefer to strive for the exceptional, we actually use it as our starting point. Build from there, and remarkable results can't help but follow.