Development Manager - #196700

Gracorp is a fully integrated real estate development firm and a proud subsidiary of Graham Construction—an employee-owned leader in construction solutions across the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water, and project finance sectors.

With a strong footprint across Western Canada and the United States, Gracorp is known for delivering high-quality residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments that emphasize innovation, sustainability, and long-term community impact.

Our British Columbia Development Team is currently seeking a driven and collaborative Development Manager to join us in shaping vibrant communities. Based in the heart of downtown Vancouver, we are actively delivering a dynamic portfolio of multi-family projects across the Lower Mainland.

About The Role

Reporting to the Vice President, Real Estate – British Columbia, the Development Manager will oversee the development activities of 3 to 5 active projects. This role spans the full development lifecycle—from acquisition and planning through to design, entitlements, construction, and monetization.

As a Development Manager At Gracorp, You Will

• Lead multiple real estate development projects at various stages.
• Support acquisition efforts through due diligence and feasibility analysis.
• Navigate municipal approval processes with strategic input from senior leadership.
• Manage or support entitlement processes and coordinate consultant teams.
• Align design strategies with market trends, project budgets, and stakeholder expectations.
• Oversee project execution with guidance from the VP and senior leadership.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, internal reports, and performance updates.
• Collaborate with accounting to track hard and soft costs, process payments, and maintain financial reporting.
• Work with legal advisors to manage risk and ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual obligations.
• Provide input into the drafting and negotiation of legal agreements with municipalities and adjacent property owners.
• Uphold internal governance standards and project controls.
• Build strong relationships with public and private partners, consultants, and internal teams.
• Represent Gracorp at industry events and community engagements.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• A post-secondary degree is required; an MBA or education in real estate, project management, engineering, law, or finance is considered an asset.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in real estate development.
• At least 2 years of experience managing or supporting consultant teams.
• Strong financial literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the MS Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to lead and influence across teams.
  
  

Compensation

• 125,000 – 150,000 per annum, commensurate with education and experience
• Excellent Flexible Health & Dental benefits plan, Life and Disability Insurance
• Pension savings plan with employer match
• 3 to 5 weeks of vacation per year, with credit for prior industry experience
  
  

If this sounds like you, then Graham may be the right fit. Apply today.

Gracorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Gracorp does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.

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