Development Manager

• Location: Vancouver , British Columbia
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #13738
• Salary: CA$140,000 Per Hour

Represented by MatchBox Consulting Group

MatchBox is proud to be representing the busiest and most active builder in British Columbia, a developer–builder with a significant pipeline of multi-family projects and multiple new starts scheduled. Due to sustained growth and a rapidly expanding portfolio, they are seeking an experienced Development Manager to join their high-performing team.

You will work alongside a senior Development Manager known for exceptional execution, deep municipal experience, and a collaborative leadership style—offering both mentorship and a strong peer partnership as you take on substantial project responsibility.

About the Role

This is a full-spectrum Development Manager position overseeing multi-family residential projects from acquisition and early planning through permitting, construction, and occupancy. You will manage day-to-day development activities, coordinate consultants and municipal processes, and ensure project targets are achieved across design, financial performance, schedule, and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead assigned development projects from due diligence and concept planning through to completion and occupancy.

• Manage and coordinate external consultants, including architects, engineers, planners, and cost consultants.

• Prepare, manage, and monitor development budgets, pro formas, cashflows, and critical path schedules.

• Oversee municipal approvals including rezoning, DP, BP, subdivision, and related processes.

• Support the construction interface: RFIs, change management, drawing coordination, design clarifications.

• Collaborate closely with internal construction, finance, and ownership teams to ensure alignment and project continuity.

• Support lender/investor reporting, presentations, and internal approval workflows.

• Liaise with municipal staff, community stakeholders, and project partners.

• Identify project risks and opportunities, proposing mitigation or optimization strategies.

• Manage consultant contracts, including CCDC and standard form agreements.

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of hands-on Development Manager experience (multi-family or mixed-use preferred).

• Strong understanding of municipal planning, entitlement processes, building codes, and construction fundamentals.

• Experience leading design consultants and overseeing drawing coordination.

• Proficiency in Excel, development budgeting, and financial modeling.

• Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder-management skills.

• Ability to manage several concurrent, fast-moving projects.

• Post-secondary education in real estate, planning, engineering, business, or a related field.

What This Opportunity Offers

• The chance to join the busiest residential builder in BC, delivering large-scale, meaningful housing projects across the province.

• A collaborative team environment with visibility across both development and construction management.

• Direct partnership with an established senior Development Manager known for technical excellence and strong project delivery.

• Competitive compensation and benefits.

• Clear long-term growth path as the development group continues to scale.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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