Job Description

About Parkbridge Lifestyle Communities

Parkbridge Lifestyle Communities is Canada's leading developer and owner/operator of 90 residential and resort communities in six provinces from coast to coast. Parkbridge enriches the lives of Canadians by enabling couples to buy their first home sooner, seniors to downsize and enjoy a more carefree retirement, and families to vacation at RV resorts that benefit from activity programs and included amenities. An operating platform of QuadReal Property Group, Parkbridge manages and continually invests in the properties it owns and operates, creating a longstanding relationship with our customers and vibrant communities with quality amenities.

About QuadReal Property Group

QuadReal Property Group is a global real estate investment, operating and development company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. Its assets under management are $85 billion. From its foundation in Canada as a full-service real estate operating company, QuadReal has expanded its capabilities to invest in equity and debt in both the public and private markets. QuadReal invests directly, via programmatic partnerships and through operating platforms in which it holds an ownership interest.

QuadReal seeks to deliver strong investment returns while creating sustainable environments that bring value to the people and communities it serves.

Position Overview

The Director, Capital Projects will play a critical role in supporting the planning and execution of capital projects. They will contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure the quality and timeliness of project delivery within approved budgets. The Manager will also assist in driving the effective execution of operating programs and the development and delivery of technical services.

The successful candidate will possess strong technical skills and business acumen, as well as a proven ability to engage at senior levels. The ability to articulate and manage at a conceptual level as well as to dive deep into details when required is critical to the role.

Responsibilities

• In coordination with Investment Management and Property Operations, develop and maintain annual capital budgets and 5-year plans
• Lead and manage professionals performing engineering and project management duties, including design, risk analysis, value engineering and contract administration
• Provide support to Property Operations including contractor management, cost and quality control, resident communication and related coordination matters for capital projects undertaken at occupied properties including:
• Building envelope restoration and structural projects
• HVAC upgrades and major retrofits
• Plumbing and electrical upgrades and replacements
• Common area renovations
• Exterior grounds improvements
• Carry out project management duties for major capital improvements including:
• Reviewing tender documentation, tendering, bid analysis, monitoring progress, and providing regular project reporting
• Advising and managing consultants and contractors to achieve project goals including technical standards, performance, schedule, and client satisfaction
• Ensuring contractual obligations are carried out according to the terms of agreements and project deliverables meet applicable codes and regulations
• Managing scope changes, developing risk management plans and mitigating ongoing project risks
• Lead and manage capital approvals, scheduling, and reporting in coordination with internal stakeholders including Investment Management, Finance, and Property Operations
• Ensure properties are adequately improved and maintained to manage risk and maximize the useful life of major building components and systems
• Develop and track key performance indicators to allow project deliveries including costs, quality, and timing to be examined and used to identify and implement process improvements
• Ensure capital is efficiently deployed to ensure the best value is achieved for funds expended
• Support property sustainability programs and initiatives
• Support Investment Management in evaluating and developing business cases for capital improvements to enhance property value and performance

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of project management expertise in Commercial Property improvements. Knowledge of building systems including HVAC, plumbing, fire protection and building envelope components
• Related post-secondary degree or diploma required. High level of design and construction knowledge as well as industry knowledge is required.
• Effective communication skills, able to develop and sustain cooperative working relationships with senior management, contractors, tenants and the public
• Proven Leadership with a track record of managing a team of several direct reports
• Able to allocate one's time effectively, work under pressure and manage tight deadlines
• Advanced knowledge of Word and Excel. Knowledge of MS Projects would be an asset

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