Manager, Capital Development - Kitchener, Canada - Conestoga College

Conestoga College

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Kitchener, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Requisition Details

Job Title:

Manager, Capital Development

Requisition #:

22-739R1

Campus:

Doon

Department:

Facilities Development & Capital Management

Payband:

12

Payband Range:

$92, $123,614.00

Hours/Week:

37.5

Posting Date:

Thursday, February 16, 2023

Closing Date:

Sunday, February 26, 2023 at 11:59 PM EST

Vacancy Type:

Administration - Full-time

Administrative Full-time New Position

Reporting to Director, Capital Development, this position undertakes initiatives to build student housing and academic space capacity by developing relationships with third party private developers and municipal officials through formal and informal contractual relationships and planning policy creation.

This position will be assisting in the development and implementation of Student Housing Strategic Plan for the College.

The incumbent will assist in the creation of Request for Proposals (RFPs) and reviewing contracts for property purchases and lease acquisitions required for expanding capacity.

In addition, this position would manage and facilitate in the negotiation of lease agreements in accordance with the terms of the leases, and Conestoga's policies and guidelines to support the academic, research and residence enterprises.

Responsibilities:

Student Housing Capital Development

In collaboration with senior Management, support the development and implementation of a Student Housing Strategic Plan for the College
Work with Conestoga Students Incorporated (CSI), International Office, and Residence to understand Student Housing needs.
At the direction of Senior Leadership develop relationships with private developers to create student housing opportunities
Consult with Construction Services during the initial planning phase for renovation and new construction projects of student housing
Facilitate analyzing and planning of student housing inventories and develop strategies to assist students to find housing
Provide internal and external coordination and collaboration with project partners and stakeholders related to student housing

Development of purchased buildings and Land

In collaboration with other departments identify potential buildings and properties for the purpose of building capacity of existing and new campuses in accordance with the College's Strategic Plan;
Support the creation of business plans, showing the viability of the property with recommendations to senior management and Board of Governors;
Seek third party counsel from various external consultants as a part of the property purchase and due diligence process
In collaboration with other College stakeholders prepare cost estimates for potential land and building development.
Coordinate with third party cost consultants and our construction services team to prepare a cost estimate for new construction or renovation to an existing building based on the scope

Technical Documentation

Assist in reviewing RFPs for authorization and issuing by Procurement for consultants, contractors, Public-PrivatePartnerships, land lease developments, and student housing providers
With direction from the Director, Capital Development, draft and negotiate lease and purchase agreements for review and authorization
Review municipal and provincial planning documentation and provide recommendation reports regarding their effect on the College and applicable implementation

Leased Facilities

Work with senior management and liaise with users to assist in the search for viable space to meet required academic needs in specific geographical areas.
Complete due diligence on land and buildings for lease.
In collaboration with Senior management and other college stakeholders, liaise with lessors regarding terms and conditions of lease agreements during their effectiveness as required.
Assist in negotiating lease terms and coordinating with our Facility Operations team to ensure that we comply with our responsibilities under the leases
Review additional rent expenses being invoiced by landlords and send the monthly lease summary to Accounts Payable (AP) for payment
Reconcile operational expenses, prepare the annual budget, and provide commitment schedules to the auditors

Qualifications:

Fouryear Degree in Law or a Businessrelated field; additional education or training in Real Estate, Law, or Facility Management is considered an asset
Minimum of nine years of practical/industry experience is required (experience in Real Estate with postsecondary institution is preferred)
Background in Real Estate, Real Estate Law, Facility Management, or other professional training within the area of assigned responsibility
Commitment to customer service, continuous improvement, and initiative
Strong analytical and implementation ability
Superior teamwork and oral and written communication skills (including the ability to write reports and create