Geosam Investments Ltd., a private investment company with offices in Halifax and Toronto, has an immediate opening for a Development Manager.  This position will be located in Halifax, Nova Scotia. 

Development Manager

As the Development Manager, you will be responsible for analyzing our real estate holdings, land & buildings from a development perspective.  Specific focus will be given to the potential repositioning of the asset base; the manager will be engaged from concept through approvals to completion. This will include contract negotiation, scheduling and budgeting as well liaison with approval agencies, consultants, contractors and lawyers to ensure schedules are maintained and documents are registered. Other responsibilities include researching the details of potential development opportunities, working with consultants and design teams, preparing proposals for the board.

In addition to being a highly motivated, analytical, results orientated individual, the successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• A minimum of 5 years related experience
• Completion of post secondary degree, commerce or engineering
• MBA or Degree in Civil Engineering an asset
• Commercial real estate development experience
• Understanding of Municipal zoning requirements and by laws
• A forward thinker who thinks outside the box and challenges the status quo
• A proven track record of effectively handling multiple projects simultaneously as well as an ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, complex environment
• Strong communication skills, including demonstrated ability to present insights and actionable recommendations in a concise and persuasive manner to internal and external contacts/clients
• Strong organizational and follow up skills
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolutions skills

If you are confident you have what it takes and you thrive in a challenging, fast-paced, results-oriented environment, please forward your resume, specifying your salary expectations and quoting competition number DM0923-CB, in strict confidence to:

E-mail: humanresources@boas.ca
Fax: 902-482-1359