REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
As one of Alberta's largest and most respected home builders, Jayman BUILT offers customers a wide
range of beautiful homes in the most desirable communities of Edmonton and Calgary. Jayman is a
market leader and has been providing the highest standard of craftsmanship and quality for more than
30 years by blending fine craftsmanship with the most advanced construction technologies available.
Jayman has been named one of Alberta Venture’s “Fast 50” and is a Platinum winner of the “50 Best
Managed Companies” in Canada. Jayman has also been named one of the Top 65 Employers in Alberta
for 2014; and additionally a Top 50 Best Managed Company in 2014. As a highly recognised
organization, Jayman is committed to Service Excellence.
Jayman Modus, a division within the Jayman Built Group, is an established multi-family residential
builder operating in Calgary, Cochrane and Edmonton delivering up to 500 homes annually and focusing
on wood frame condos and townhomes. We have completed many award winning results over the
years including Calgary’s 2013 Multi-Family Builder of the Year, Edmonton’s 2011 Small-Volume MultiFamily Builder of the Year and JD Power and Associates Builder of Excellence for 2012.
We currently have an opportunity in our Calgary office for a highly-organized, proactive and results
oriented Real Estate Development Manager to join our Jayman Modus division. Reporting to the VP of
Development, the Real Estate Development Manager plays a key role in the overall development of
multi-family projects and effectively manages design consultants and approval process agencies during
the development of Modus’ multi-family projects, ensuring they are designed and approved on a timely
basis. The successful candidate requires a passion for real estate development and the ability to
innovate, navigate, quarterback and liaise with consultants, municipal staff, and our own team
members.
Key Deliverables:
 Create and deliver profitable multi-family development projects by working with our consultant
team to create budgets, contracts, schedules, financial and project analysis, review
development approvals, and provide support for strategic business initiatives.
 Participate in the acquisition, design, approvals, budget management, construction and
servicing of first class, master planned communities.
 Demonstrates the ability to set development goals and schedules and then maintains them
through effective leadership and communication with consultants and team members.
 Has demonstrated a good understanding of the development and municipal approval process has actively participated in planning and approval meetings for new developments - knows and
communicates well with municipal staff.
 Reviews and understands land purchase agreements with an understanding of pricing, terms,
and conditions that meet industry standards and are consistent with company goals.
 Addresses design and approval issues in a timely and professional manner and ensures the
development is proceeding on time and within budget.
 Works with the VP, Development in sourcing and recommending consultants (tendering
contracts, negotiations, monitoring performance) and then manages and works directly with
consultants by participating in all design and development meetings.
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Demonstrates strong real estate analytical skills utilizing concepts of cash flow and discounted
cash flow analysis.
Responsible for forecasting, updating, monitoring, managing the development and approval
process on a weekly basis with the VP, Development. Keeps current on land purchase
opportunities and timing, identifying potential land purchases in keeping with the five year plan.
Willingness to participate in and often lead afterhours community and/or civic meetings.
Essential Relevant Experience and Qualifications:
 Successful completion of post-secondary education in either business, engineering, urban
planning, architectural degree/technologist.
 7-10 years of engineering, architectural, planning or land development through increasing
responsibility, people management, and goal accomplishments.
 Understanding of the development approval process and the municipal approval environment in
Alberta and the overall development process and life cycle.
 Highly competent in cash flow analysis and budgeting.
 Superb analytical and negotiation skills; strong relationship builder; energetic and understanding
of the sense of urgency required in this fast past environment.
 High level of computer skills and understanding of computer programs including (Microsoft
Office, Excel, Project Management).
 Stays current with safety codes, engineering standards, etc.
 Ability to travel and work evenings / weekends with occasional trips to Edmonton to assist the
General Manager.
Why Work for Jayman:
 Competitive compensation package and bonus program
 Flexible health & dental options; insurances for employees and their families
 Employer matching Group RRSP program
 Comprehensive training and development program
 Opportunity for growth and career advancement
 Employee discount program on Jayman products
 Free onsite gym for all employees
 Reward and recognition programs
 In addition to annual vacation allotment, Jayman Offices are closed between December 24th
and January 1st each year
 Social club, activities and events for staff and their families
 Energetic, driven and fun work environment and culture (Work Hard, Play Hard)
 Extensive community and volunteer involvement
If you feel that this is the right challenge for you, and you meet these qualifications, please respond by
May 3, 2015 by sending your resume and cover letter in Word or .pdf format to [email protected] .
Please indicate Development Manager in the subject line.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be
contacted. No telephone or agency inquiries please.