At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting land development projects from start to finish, shaping communities and spaces.
- Company: Join the Region of Waterloo's Land Portfolio department for impactful work.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience in a hybrid role with competitive pay and professional growth.
- Other info: Temporary full-time position with opportunities for networking and career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a difference in affordable housing and commercial development while collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
- Qualifications: Degree in engineering, planning, or related field; experience in complex land development required.
The predicted salary is between 96750 - 118250 $ per year.
Strategic land development leadership defines this hybrid Waterloo Region role, requiring planning expertise and complex project management across major initiatives. The Development Expeditor plans, designs, and manages high-profile projects involving affordable housing and commercial, institutional, and industrial land uses. This temporary full-time assignment supports the Region of Waterloo’s Land Portfolio department for 12 months. You will guide land readiness initiatives from inception through construction, sale, or lease while collaborating with governments, municipalities, developers, not-for-profits, and investors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage complex land development projects from inception through completion
- Prepare assessments, business plans, pro formas, and financial analyses
- Lead due diligence, approvals, technical reviews, and community engagement
- Identify acquisitions and maintain the strategic land portfolio
- Negotiate agreements with investment partners and preferred proponents
Requirements:
- Degree in engineering, economic development, planning, or related field
- Progressively responsible experience in related land development work
- Advanced knowledge of municipal land use planning processes
- Experience managing high-profile, complex, and politicized projects
- Negotiation, presentation, analytical, and stakeholder relationship skills
- Apply land planning, financial analysis, and stakeholder leadership to advance strategic development projects across Waterloo Region.
Senior Land Development Manager in Kitchener employer: Region of Waterloo
The Region of Waterloo is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes employee growth and community impact. With a commitment to meaningful reconciliation and equity, employees enjoy a hybrid work schedule, competitive salary, and opportunities to contribute to vital engineering projects that enhance the quality of life for residents. Join a dedicated team where your work truly makes a difference in a thriving and diverse community.
