Manager, Development at Vancouver Fraser Port Authority

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The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is an arm’s-length federal agency responsible for the shared stewardship of the lands and waters that make up the Port of Vancouver, Canada’s largest port. Our mandate, as outlined in the Canada Marine Act, is to enable Canada’s trade objectives on behalf of all Canadians, ensuring the safe movement of goods through the Port of Vancouver while protecting the environment and considering local communities.

The Manager, Development is responsible for development of delivering initial phases of the development cycle for VFPA lands. This includes reviewing long-term market forecasts, recommending property acquisition and development strategies, preparing project plans and definition reports, preliminary engineering, undertaking site preparation works including utility and servicing installations, and negotiating contracts with developers.

This position is also responsible for obtaining both internal and external development authorizations by coordinating application preparation, external consultation, environmental approval, municipal approval, cost and financial analysis, and Board approval to proceed with construction. They are responsible for facilitating long-term development strategies for potential port acquisitions and existing port lands.

What You Do

• Participate in the acquisition of development sites by conducting feasibility studies. Studies may include an assessment of proposed uses, geotechnical and environmental site conditions, road and rail transportation connections, site servicing requirements, cost estimates, financial returns and residual land values.
• Prepare and recommend development strategies for VFPA properties and seek approval to proceed.
• Implement approved development strategies including finalizing the site development plan, preparing environmental impact assessments, conducting community, municipal and First Nations consultation, securing all project approvals such as environmental permits and municipal servicing agreements, and obtaining VFPA funding approval.
• Assist the Engineering and Infrastructure Delivery Departments in completing construction of any project infrastructure requirements.
• Assist the Real Estate Department in securing tenants for development sites including requests for proposals, proposal evaluation and lease negotiation.
• Manage inter-departmental teams and consultants as required to identify and implement development projects.
• Manage development projects within approved budgets to ensure costs are controlled and commitments are met.
• Prepare and implement capital budget programs, strategic initiatives and interdepartmental initiatives in support of VFPA’s mandate.

What You Bring

• Appropriate university degree in planning, engineering or commerce or related discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years of related experience at a management level in land development, engineering or construction management of complex projects, or an acceptable combination of education and experience.

What We Offer

• Market-competitive base salaries and variable incentive plan
• Generous and inclusive benefits offering including retirement benefits plan
• Hybrid work program
• Earned time off program
• Paid vacation and personal care leave
• Learning, development, and advancement opportunities
• Onsite gym with towel service in a national landmark in the heart of Vancouver’s waterfront
• Friendly, unique, and respectful workplace

Location: Vancouver, Canada

Job type: Exempt, Full-Time, Permanent, Hybrid

Working environment: Normal office conditions with travel to meetings in Vancouver, site visits and occasional out-of-town trips.

MARINE TRANSPORTATION SECURITY CLEARANCE

The incumbent must obtain and maintain a valid Marine Transportation Security Clearance as this position is required to access restricted areas information as defined by the Marine Transportation Security Regulations.

This is Canadian-based employment, and it is expected that all employees maintain legal entitlement to work in Canada. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be subject to background checks, including but not limited to criminal record, credit, and/or reference checks.

At the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, we are dedicated to employment equity and a workplace reflective of the diversity of our port community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates including women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and members of visible minorities. Reasonable accommodation can be provided in the selection process and while working with the port authority. If you require support applying to our openings, please contact us at [email protected].

We recognize and acknowledge that we are located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. To learn more about our indigenous relations and commitment to reconciliation, please visit our website.