621 Senior Development Manager jobs in Canada

Job Description

Vaughan ON

The Land Development Manager is responsible for the overall planning, development, and execution of land development projects for various groups of Developers as you guide them through the land entitlement process. This position requires a strong understanding of land development principles and practices, as well as the ability to manage complex projects and work effectively with a variety of stakeholders.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing land development plans
• Managing the land development process from acquisition to completion
• Working with architects, engineers, and other professionals to design and build projects
• Overseeing the budget and schedule for land development projects
• Managing the environmental and permitting process for land development projects
• Working with local government officials and community members to ensure that land development projects are in compliance with regulations and meet the needs of the community

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in land development, urban planning, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in land development
• Strong understanding of land development principles and practices
• Ability to manage complex projects and work effectively with a variety of stakeholders
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software

Job Description

Salary: $95,000-$30,000 - dependent on experience

Do you thrive on organization and attention to detail? Do you love identifying trends and taking initiative? Do you value clear, direct communication and pride yourself on following through? Are you curious about industry trends and always eager to learn more? Are you quick to own your mistakes, adapt quickly and take real satisfaction in achieving results?

If you answered yes to these questions, we have the job for you. Highstreet is seeking a Development Manager to join our head office team in Kelowna, BC.

WHY HIGHSTREET?

Highstreet is the largest developer, builder and operator of net-zero-ready homes in Canada and the only one offering double the standard warranty. We also manage our own growing portfolio of 1,400+ rental apartments with some of the highest customer service scores in any industry.

Our vision is that everyone in Highstreets community will want their friends to work with us, live with us and invest with us.

Help us achieve that vision.

CORE VALUES

Known as Highstreeters we demonstrate our core values in everything we do:

• Humility grants us insight from others
• Inquisitive & learning continuously
• Guided by always doing what is right
• Honest, open and timely communication
• Responsible & accountable for our actions and decisions
• Determined to persevere, get results and win together

THE OPPORTUNITY

As Development Manager, youll ensure land is ready and suitable for development while leading projects through the municipal and regulatory approvals process. Reporting to the VP, Development, your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating with consultants, planners, municipalities, and other authorities to meet all development and regulatory requirements.
• Managing the full approvals process and securing necessary permits for development.
• Tracking and managing all development and building permit milestones.
• Preparing and overseeing soft cost budgets and timelines for approvals.
• Execution of templated design.
• Sourcing and contracting of project consultants.
• Representing the company at council, committee, and public meetings, responding to inquiries with professionalism.
• Collaboration with pre-construction and sales teams.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

Highstreet is looking for a highly motivated individual who is willing to learn and grow with a company that values culture and performance. In addition to identifying with Highstreets values, the candidate should also:

• Hold a post-secondary degree/diploma in urban planning, building technology or project management.
• Have 5+ years of experience managing planning and approvals processes.
• Be an excellent communicator with a positive, ethical and professional approach.
• Possess strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Be a critical thinker, problem solver, and proactive contributor.
• Be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint)
• Previous experience using AutoCAD and a project management software is considered an asset.

Additional requirements:

• Willingness to travel, as required.
• Satisfactory criminal and credit record check.

Compensation Package:

Annual Salary: 95,000- 130,000 dependent on experience

The posted salary range reflects our target base salary for this role. Most successful candidates are offered salaries near the midpoint of the range, based on their experience and qualifications.

Annual Bonus: Highstreet pays an annual bonus based on company performance. A typical bonus for a Development Manager is approximately 28% of annual salary. Determined annually, the bonus could be more or less depending on performance results.

Investment Opportunity: Highstreet encourages all employees to share in our success by offering the opportunity to invest in the projects we build and operate. To encourage employee investment, Highstreet matches employee investment at 50%, up to 20% of annual salary (i.e. for every 1 invested by the employee, Highstreet invests 0.50 on the employee's behalf). The investments are TFSA and RRSP eligible.

Job Description

Development Manager
Location: Edmonton, AB
Industry: Real Estate Development & Construction
Salary Range: Competitive, based on experience

Company Story
Our client is a privately held real estate development group with a growing portfolio of residential and mixed-use projects. Known for collaboration and community focus, the team values innovation, strong relationships, and high-quality execution. The Edmonton office offers a professional environment with opportunities to take ownership of impactful projects shaping the city.

The Right Fit
As a Development Manager , you will report to the Executive Vice President and lead projects through the full development cycle, from acquisition and due diligence through approvals, design coordination, and construction oversight.

You will act as the key liaison between consultants, municipalities, and internal stakeholders, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in line with company standards. This role is best suited for someone who thrives on responsibility, communicates effectively with senior stakeholders, and takes initiative in driving projects forward.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading the development process for residential and mixed-use projects from acquisition through to completion
• Managing municipal approval processes, including rezoning, subdivision, and development permits
• Coordinating consultants, legal, leasing, construction, and design teams to achieve project milestones
• Preparing and monitoring proformas, budgets, schedules, and cash flow reports
• Conducting feasibility studies, market research, and due diligence on new opportunities
• Preparing and presenting reports to senior leadership and ownership groups
• Representing the company with municipal authorities, community stakeholders, and industry groups
• Supporting land acquisition and partnership negotiations in collaboration with senior leadership

• Post-secondary education in real estate, urban planning, construction, business, or a related field
• 3-5 years of experience in real estate development, construction, or a related industry
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with competing deadlines
• Strong understanding of municipal approvals, development agreements, and stakeholder engagement
• Financial acumen with experience preparing and managing proformas and budgets
• Ability to lead consultants and internal teams while building trust with external stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting to senior leadership and public audiences
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, project management tools, and digital file systems

• Opportunity to manage projects end-to-end with direct ownership and accountability
• Exposure to high-profile residential and mixed-use projects
• Collaborative environment with mentorship and support from executive leadership
• Professional development opportunities and industry networking
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Job Description

Salary: 75,000

Position: Manager, Development
Reports to: Director, Development & Communications

Start Date: Immediate

About The Stop

From our origins as one of Canadas first food banks in the 1980s, The Stop has blossomed into a thriving community hub where neighbours participate in a broad range of programs that provide healthy food, foster social connections, build food skills, and promote civic engagement. We believe that nutritious, sustainable, and culturally appropriate food is a human right for all.

At The Stop, we hire people who are passionate, dedicated and love what they do. We have a mindset of community support and a culture of collaboration, passion and dedication. Our goal is to deliver, both to our community and to our employees. We are excited to foster an environment that allows people to meet challenges and provides the opportunity to make an impact on the community within which we operate.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Director of Development and Communications, the Development Manager is a leadership role within our fundraising team. Youll provide strategic oversight of our fundraising efforts, directly manage a portfolio of major donors and corporate partners, and guide the success of our foundation and individual giving programs.

Youll also lead and mentor a team of Development Officers, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional growth. Acting as a bridge between our programs and fundraising teams, youll ensure that our donor relationships are fueled by authentic, compelling stories of impact.

If youre a seasoned fundraiser who can lead every stage of the donor cycle, inspire high-performing teams, and balance strategic vision with hands-on portfolio management, The Stop is looking for you. In this role, youll get a chance to influence systemic change and tackle one of our citys most pressing challenges: food insecurity. And because building community is at the heart of our work, youll share daily chef-prepared lunches with colleagues as part of living our mission together.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Fundraising Leadership

• Collaborate with the Director to refine and execute The Stops fundraising strategy in alignment with our mission and values.

• Identify new opportunities to diversify revenue streams and deepen donor engagement.

• Establish best practices, policies, and procedures that ensure ethical, effective fundraising.

Major Gifts & Portfolio Management

• Personally manage a portfolio of 7590 donors, securing gifts of $5,000+ through cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.

• Build strong pipelines between mid-level and major giving, ensuring donor relationships progress smoothly.

• Partner with program staff to develop proposals, reports, and impact stories tailored to donor interests.

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage and mentor two Development Officers, providing guidance, feedback, and professional development opportunities.

• Lead regular team meetings, set clear performance goals, and celebrate successes.

• Foster a supportive, high-performance culture that empowers staff to exceed fundraising targets.

Organizational Impact & Representation

• Serve on the organizations management team, contributing to strategic planning.

• Represent The Stop at events and meetings, strengthening relationships with donors, partners, and community leaders.

• Raise awareness of poverty, social justice, and food insecurity issues among internal and external audiences.

Data & Compliance

• Oversee accurate donor record management in our CRM (Virtuous), ensuring data integrity.

• Track, analyze, and report on fundraising activities and outcomes for senior leadership and the Board.

• Ensure all fundraising activities comply with CRA regulations and Imagine Canada standards.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in securing major gifts ($5,000+), with experience managing all levels of a donor portfolio.

• Minimum 5 years experience in fundraising, including team management and mentorship.

• Strategic thinker with strong foresight, problem-solving skills, and the ability to spot and seize opportunities.

• Exceptional relationship-builder with clear, persuasive communication skills and the ability to tailor messaging for diverse audiences.

• Experience managing individual giving programs and corporate/foundation partnerships.

• Proficiency with fundraising CRMs (Virtuous an asset) and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Commitment to anti-racism/anti-oppression, ethical fundraising, and community well-being.

• Knowledge of the Canadian charitable sector and CRA compliance requirements.

Why Join The Stop?

• Impact: Your work will directly help provide over 500 fresh, nutritious meals daily to those who need them most.

• Collaboration: Join a passionate, supportive team committed to social justice.

• Growth: Lead high-profile fundraising initiatives while mentoring the next generation of fundraisers.

We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.If you are doubting that you have all of the skills and qualifications outlined within this posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may have skills or experience that are relevant that we didnt previously consider.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and rsum using the Bamboo submission tab. The position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and selected individuals will be invited first to participate in a video or telephone interview and then, if successful, in one or two in-person interviews. We may seek further assessment of your skills through your completed response to a relevant case study. In our commitment to being an equal opportunity employer, we are happy to provide reasonable accommodations for the role and within the interview process. If you require any accommodations during this process, please dont hesitate to reach out.

Job Description

Development Manager
Location: Kelowna, BC
Salary: $95K–$120K

Seeking a Development Manager with experience in wood-frame, multi-family projects to manage planning, design coordination, budgeting, municipal approvals, and construction review.

Qualifications:
• 2–3 years in a Development Manager role
• Minimum 2 years combined experience in planning, engineering, construction, and approvals
• Post-secondary education related to development, construction, planning, or engineering
• Able to coordinate with municipalities, consultants, architects, contractors, and utility companies
• Strong communication, organization, and follow-through
• Proficient with CAD, Adobe, Microsoft Project, Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Skilled in budgeting, design development, and approvals
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution abilities
• Team-oriented and reliable

Job Description

DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Remote, British Columbia
$100 - 130K + Bonus
Community Housing & Social Housing Development

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and motivated Development Manager to join a leading organization making a meaningful and lasting impact across British Columbia.

ABOUT OUR CLIENT
Our client is a respected, and recognized team dedicated to delivering inclusive, high-quality community housing and social housing developments. With expertise in strategic planning, property development, construction, and community engagement, they have built a strong reputation for creating projects that enhance quality of life, promote housing accessibility, and foster vibrant, sustainable communities. Guided by visionary leadership and a collaborative ethos, they are recognized as one of British Columbia's top employers in the development and construction sector.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The Development Manager will bring a proven track record in urban planning, design, and development, with specific experience in delivering community and social housing projects. This role will oversee the full project lifecycle—from concept and feasibility to occupancy—while ensuring compliance with municipal approvals, funding requirements, and stakeholder expectations.
The successful candidate will have strong experience working with government programs, funding bodies, and non-profit housing partners. They will be adept at building and maintaining relationships with municipal leaders, community groups, and other stakeholders, ensuring projects meet both regulatory standards and the needs of the community.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Geography, Planning, Landscape Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management
• 5+ years' experience in community housing, social housing, land development, urban planning, or related fields
• 3+ years of project management experience in a consulting environment
• Proven ability to navigate planning and development approval processes, ideally within the Okanagan Valley
• Demonstrated experience securing and managing funding through government programs, grants, and public-private partnerships
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing multiple projects and cross-functional teams
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, including collaboration with non-profit housing providers, municipal officials, and funding agencies
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of overseeing projects from initiation to completion
• Experience managing budgets, funding compliance, and reporting requirements

• Join an organization making a tangible difference in housing accessibility and community well-being
• Collaborate with a passionate, forward-thinking team committed to social impact
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement into senior leadership roles
• Be part of projects that transform communities and improve lives across the province

Job Description

Do you want to be part of a team that makes a difference by building amazing rental communities across Canada? A high performing team that focuses on learning and development and giving back to local communities? Consider joining our dynamic team at Traine Construction & Development and Mainline Living Property Management as a Development Manager !

As a Development Manager, you'll analyze new opportunities to grow the company and manage projects throughout the development lifecycle, picking up after acquisition and working through public consultation, design, approvals, construction, and divestment.

Key Responsibilities

Research and Analysis

• Building/unit types and trends
• Evolution of product specification

Process Administration

• Responsible for ensuring development permits are obtained on schedule
• Responsible for ensuring building permits are obtained on schedule
• Ensures all regulatory requirements, bonding, deposits, etc. are met and tracked
• Ensures drawings and specifications are complete for construction

Stakeholder and Customer Management

• Oversees consultant and owner response to construction issues with plans and specifications
• Resolves issues with plans and specifications that arise during construction on future projects
• Prepare regular reporting of project status, suitable for presentation to primary stakeholders

Miscellaneous

• Project workload and assignment changes as per business decisions
• Helps prepare and manage project budgets
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Experience

• 2-3 years of experience in a Development Manager role
• At least 2 years of combined and relevant experience and proven proficiency in most aspects of the planning, engineering, construction and approval process for wood frame, multi-family projects
• A strong educational background in support of job experience and directly related to the requirements of the position
• The ability to coordinate and communicate effectively with approving authorities, utility companies, consultants, architects, and contractors
• Excellent organizational, communication and computer skills including the use of CAD software, Adobe, Microsoft Project, Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Experience managing all aspects of development, including budget preparation, design development, municipal approvals, and construction review
• Great communicator
• Meets commitments
• Effective negotiation, diplomatic and conflict resolutions skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate across various departments and teams

Work Conditions

• Travel to site and off-site locations will be required
• Overtime as required
• Hazards associated with the trade
• Work both indoors and outdoors

In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a very competitive salary (based on experience) and a full range of benefits, including:

• Robust performance bonus program
• Investment opportunities in real estate projects
• Shared win bonuses during each project
• Ranked top 10% Health and Dental plan in Canada
• Ranked top 5% Health and Dental plan in the construction industry
• Extended Health and Dental
• Professional Development and ongoing training
• Opportunities to be involved in life changing charitable projects
• Long term employment

By joining our team, you'll find yourself working amongst a group of friendly, team-oriented individuals who strive to deliver exceptional results.

Traine Construction and Development has been in business for 25 years; based in Kelowna, BC and working throughout Canada on multi-family residential construction projects for our property management division, Mainline Living, to operate. We create communities that residents are proud to live in and we are proud to operate. From Ontario to British Columbia, Traine prides itself on building excellent multi-family communities and great careers! By joining our team, you'll find yourself working amongst a group of friendly, team-oriented individuals who strive to deliver exceptional results.

Work somewhere awesome – apply now!

Salary Range: $95,000 - $120,000

Job Description

Development Manager
Real Estate Development
Residential: L ow-Rise, Mid-Rise, Re-dev, Infill
$120,000 - $145,000
Toronto, ON

Potential Fall start (on hold)

The Development Manager is responsible for all aspects of assigned, low-rise and mid-rise and redevelopment or infill residential development projects, including visioning, planning approvals, overall project management leading up to leasing, building permits, and registration/occupancy. Collaborating with other departments, the Development Manager has project-scale budgeting, scheduling, and financial reporting accountabilities.

Development Manager Duties:

• Focused on low-rise opportunities across the country, manages all aspects of development applications—official plan amendment, zoning by-law amendment, committee of adjustment applications, plan of condominium, etc.—including upfront visioning, preparation of initial submissions, revisions to comments, finalizing any relevant agreements, clearing conditions, and registration.
• Effectively liaises with consultants, municipal staff, politicians, neighbours, and other external stakeholders in obtaining planning approvals that meet or exceed company objectives, budget and schedule.
• Reviews and interprets various technical documents—planning, engineering, legal, financial, etc.—to identify concerns and opportunities generally, while specifically managing the consultant team in the preparation, submission, and revision of required reports, agreements, etc.
• Has experience obtaining approvals and delivering infrastructure construction of greenfield sites for low-rise housing forms.
• Manages consultants in preparing site and building drawings, as well as accurate statistics to enable iterative analysis that leads to constructive design and programmatic recommendations.
• Manages financial pro-forma/budget updates and uses other financial tools to evaluate concept plans, product mix, and other programmatic options to help inform both project visioning as well as subsequent development applications and leasing recommendations.
• Reviews, interprets, and incorporates qualitative and quantitative market research and analysis to understand potential renters, their aspirations, and competing offerings in the market to inform product offering, pricing, and demand assumptions.
• Manages the infrastructure construction process for low-rise greenfield or infill projects.
• Manages, collaboratively with Sales & Marketing, respectively, in the lead up to leasing launches as well as construction starts, with on-going support provided following those milestones.
• Interacts with various internal departments and divisions to ensure financial and non-financial inputs and assumptions are current and accurate.
• Reviews, tracks and reports on overall project budgets and schedules.
• Manages the preparation of succinct and accurate reports, agendas, and minutes for internal, consultant, and/or partner meetings to track project progress as well as on-going responsibilities and deadlines.
• Keeps current with the specific political, regulatory, and market trends to keep the business informed of potential changes within the development industry.
• Assist with the monitoring and assessment of planning notices and policy changes that may affect properties
• Other duties within the scope, spirit, and purpose of the job, as requested by management

Development Manager Requirements:

• Completion of a Bachelor's degree in related field (e.g. Planning, Engineering, Architecture) and a minimum of 4-6years' experience in Real Estate development. Residential experience is required.
• Knowledge of planning policy in other provinces will be considered an asset
• Effective communicator with demonstrated written and verbal skills (ie. report writing, presentations and meeting facilitation)
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate and build strong working relationships with other departments and with people at various levels of the organization.
• Independent proactive self-starter, with the ability to effectively manage various projects simultaneously to meet strict deadlines.
• Works well in a cross functional team environment and has a positive outlook and attitude.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Member of CIP, OAA, PMP or LEED AP certification would be an asset

Development Manager Similar Job Titles:
VP Development
Vice President Development
Director Development
Senior Director Development
Senior Development Manager
Developer
Development Manager

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Only applicants with the legal right to work in Canada can be considered for this opportunity.
We thank all those who express interest in this opportunity however only those short-listed we be contacted.

Development Manager – Residential Home Builder (Calgary, AB)

Are you a seasoned development professional with a passion for shaping communities from the ground up? Our client, a well-established and respected residential home builder in Calgary is seeking a Development Manager to lead and coordinate land and building development projects across the region.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative team that’s driving growth and innovation in Calgary’s residential landscape.

About the Role

As Development Manager, you’ll be the strategic link between land acquisition, planning, and construction. You’ll oversee the full development cycle from raw land to finished homes ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage residential land development projects from concept to completion
• Oversee building development activities, coordinating with internal teams and external consultants
• Liaise with municipalities, engineers, planners, and contractors to ensure smooth approvals and execution
• Monitor construction progress and resolve site-level challenges
• Contribute to master planning initiatives and long-term community visioning
• Prepare and manage development budgets, schedules, and reporting

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in land development and building construction, ideally within residential housing
• Strong understanding of municipal processes, zoning, permitting, and servicing
• Familiarity with construction practices and site-level coordination
• Excellent project management and stakeholder communication skills
• Master planning experience is a strong asset
• Degree or diploma in Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Location: Calgary, Alberta

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Work Environment: Hybrid flexibility available