Development Miner

Reporting directly to the Development Engineer, the Development Coordinator will be responsible for completing all tasks directed by them or the EVP of Development. Responsibilities will include : supporting development and building permit applications; conducting planning-related and legal research; assisting with consultant contracts and coordination; supporting in-house counsel with OLT appeals and other legal processes; and completing administrative tasks for the Development Department.

The Development Coordinator will focus primarily on meeting application timelines and key target dates and providing detailed, targeted research required by the Department to solve day-to-day challenges.He / she will also assist the Development team throughout the project life cycle, from land acquisition to performance audit completion.

Primary Responsibilities

• Performing preliminary site investigations and site-specific development / zoning reviews
• Monitoring new municipal policies and other development activity, as required
• Assisting with development schedules and draft budgets
• Supporting due diligence during conditional periods for land acquisitions
• Completing first review of consultant invoices and contractor draws
• Assisting with management of project consultant teams
• Supporting coordination, preparation and submission of development approval applications, including but not limited to, Official Plan Amendment, Zoning Bylaw Amendment, Plan of Subdivision, Site Plan Approval, Committee of Adjustment and Condominium Registration applications
• Coordinating the submission of permit applications, city permits and permit-related clearances from agencies / organizations for various projects
• Providing research as directed by the Development managers and in-house counsel
• Assisting in the preparation of legal documentation and agreements relating to development approvals, condominium documents, consultant contracts, and other areas as required
• Pursuing clearance of all development approval conditions and letters of credit
• Conducting site visits, as required and
• Other duties within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job, as required

Educational Requirements :

• Graduate from an accredited school with a University Degree in a development-related field;

Prior Related Experience :

• Related experience in a development and / or construction environment with a minimum of 4 years related experience
• Municipality-side experience is preferred

Skills :

• Microsoft Office (Excel and Word), Outlook
• Knows how to navigate Zoning maps, official plans and by-laws
• Research
• Knowledge of municipal regulations, planning processes and planning theory
• Knowledge of development and project budgets
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment