Development Coordinator

What you'll do

• Participate in the development of business case in support of site selection.
• Review & interpret zoning by-laws, access requirements and availability of municipal services and other materials to confirm approvals required
• Work with a CAD Designer to prepare conceptual site plans, schedules for Offers etc.
• Secure zoning, access and development permit approvals within the applicable municipalities from start to finish.
• Monitor the status of new Official Plans, Zoning By-laws, Environmental Assessments etc. 
• Attend and represent CTREL at Municipal Council and Committee meetings as required.
• Negotiate cross access agreements, restrictive agreements and shared amenities with adjoining land owners and highlight potential issue and outline possible resolutions
• Ensure corporate development standards and design philosophies are maintained through negotiations with the land vendor and municipality.
• Prepare or direct the production of documents and drawings required for final site plan agreement and/or development required for final site plan agreement and/or development agreement.
• Assist in the review of lease agreements and development agreements.
• Direct various consultants throughout the project in the completion of site plans, servicing, grading and landscape plans, as well as the development of strategic approach to approvals.
• Support the team in the follow-up to final agreements with municipalities, developers, adjoining owners, etc. and obtain release of letters of credit where required.
•  Direct the preparation packages for presentation at Strategy Sessions, to the Real Estate Committee or to senior management as required.
• Coordinate with the Real Estate Manager to ensure conditions are met in Purchase and Sale Agreements
• Coordinate with project managers, retail planning, market analysis, business analysts and other internal departments
• Attend site tours

What you bring

• Bilingual in French and English
• MCIP, RPP Designation would be an asset
• University or college level education in planning or a related field
• A minimum of two years of progressive experience in the municipal approval process
• Strong Project Management skills
• Expert knowledge of municipal infrastructure, by-laws, building codes and processes
• Understanding of legal agreements and real estate finance recommended
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills in French & English
• Ability to work within tight timelines and meet deadlines
• Strong organizational skills
• Capable of dealing with constantly changing priorities
• Experience in retail real estate, land development process and the construction discipline is an asset
• Valid Drivers License

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About Us

Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (“CTC”) is one of Canada’s most admired and trusted companies. With more than 90 Owned Brands, 1,700 retail locations, financial services, exemplary e-commerce capabilities, and exciting market-leading merchandising strategies. We dream big and work as one to innovate with purpose for our customers at every level of our business, investing in new technologies and products, and doubling down on top talent to drive the company forward. We offer competitive salaries and wages to CTC employees, as well as store discounts, supported learning through our Triangle Learning Academy, Canadian Tire Profit Sharing, and retirement and savings programs for eligible employees. As part of our enhanced flex benefits program, we offer mental health benefits in the amount of $5,000 per year for benefits-eligible employees and their families, including total well-being, and mental health tools and resources for all employees. Join us in helping to make life in Canada better through living and working our Core Values: we are innovators and entrepreneurs at our core, outcomes drive us, inclusion is a must, we are stronger together and we take personal responsibility. It is an especially exciting time to join CTC and its family of companies where career opportunities are wide-ranging! Join us, where there's a place for you here.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging 

We are committed to fostering an environment where belonging thrives, and diversity, inclusion and equity are infused into everything we do. We believe in building an organizational culture where people are consistently treated with dignity while respecting individual religion, nationality, gender, race, age, perceived ability, spoken language, sexual orientation, and identification. We are united in our purpose of being here to help make life in Canada better.

Accommodations  

We stand firm in our Core Value that inclusion is a must. We welcome and encourage candidates from equity-seeking groups such as people who identify as racialized, Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, women, people with disabilities, and beyond. Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to help meet your needs.