Job Description

Title: Community Development Manager

Company: Hopewell Residential Management LP

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Community Development / Land

Hopewell Residential Management LP ("Hopewell") has been one of Alberta's leading home builders and community developers for more than 30 years. We're in the business of building a better tomorrow - one person, one home, one neighbourhood at a time. That means we prioritize customer needs and wants through operational excellence, thoughtful product design and customer service excellence. With our collaborative, thoughtful, efficient, and accountable approach, alongside our ESG practices, world-class team and incredible workplace culture, Hopewell is a true real estate leader.

Reporting:

This position will report directly to the General Manager, Community Development.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee community development from grading to full build out and turn over to the city Provide schedule updates to investor partners Prepare and review program schedules to ensure consultants are completing designs and contractors are completing work on time and within budget Timely delivery of information to stakeholders to ensure project timelines are maintained as required Complete project approval reports for new phases of construction Track city drawing review times to ensure drawings are circulated in the appropriate time frames and investigate solutions to resolve issues and maintain schedule Work with the city and our consultants to achieve the desired results to challenging design situations or new design goals Review and comment on engineering and landscape design drawings to ensure that the end product matches the desired product Request, review and provide recommendations on development agreements Ensure the delivery of all required lot information in a timely manner to builders and update as required when updates are available Prepare and monitor project budgets Complete cost to completes as part of the budget review process Review and approve monthly loan draw requests Review yearly tax assessments for necessary challenges Maintain farm leases on undeveloped land to maximize tax savings Monitor and ensure we receive all CCC's and FAC's for related projects in a timely manner and reduce all letters of credit Turn over all completed phases of development to the City as quickly and efficiently as possible Ensure that all available oversize recoveries are received for all phases of development Review all invoicing and ensure code of invoicing to appropriate budgets Ensure contracts are in place prior to work commencing Communicate with neighboring landowners, developers, utility providers, and provincial agencies to maximize efficiencies, save costs, and establish groundwork for future requirements to develop the community Participate in contract negotiations Complete regular community tours to inspect and maintain the desired community appearance to maximize sales and marketing Investigate and assist in the resolution of resident concerns Work with builders to resolve challenges Assist with planning applications Stay current on emerging trends in our industry Volunteer on one or more BILD committees

Qualifications:

Diploma or Degree in a relevant field such as Civil Engineering, Planning, Architecture or Business +/- 5 years experience in the civil engineering or Residential Development, preferably the Calgary Market Strong project ownership and self-motivation skills Strong budget management skills Strong organization skills Knowledge of typical development practices from raw land to completion Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel applications Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate problems, recommend and execute solutions that achieve company values and goals Strong communicator as a member of a team and ability to provide clear direction to consultants and contractors to meet objectives. Strong team player required to lead interdepartmental collaboration and problem solving

Working Conditions:

Traditional core office hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This position will occasionally require attendance at various work-related functions outside of standard work hours. Access to a personal vehicle for site and out of office travel will be required.