Job Description

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary . City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits . Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

As a Senior Development Consultant with Downtown Strategy, you will oversee high-priority client portfolios, support and facilitate private investment in downtown properties, and lead the planning implementation of multimillion dollar incentive programs. This position is responsible for report writing, presenting at Committee and Council, and managing projects with confidential and highly sensitive commercial information that has material significance to the Corporation and the Greater Downtown community. Primary duties include:

Manage diverse, complex, high-priority, and highly confidential client and development portfolios across the Greater Downtown geographic area. Provide proactive concierge service to downtown clients and drive private investment in strategic locations.
Lead the planning implementation of the Downtown Calgary Development Incentive Program, and other grant programs within the business unit.
Drive private investment in downtown properties towards achieving the vision of the Greater Downtown Plan.
Facilitate public-private partnerships and collaboration for capital projects.
Manage external consultants across a variety of strategic projects and initiatives and develop Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Request for Quotes (RFQs) for consultant requirements, conduct interviews as needed, review Consultant proposals, hire and onboard, delegate tasks and direct timelines, oversee and manage work and deliverables.
Support the supervision of staff within the division as well as other business units with respect to cross-corporate initiatives. Coach and mentor junior staff, task delegation and workload management, and support the professional development of junior staff.

Qualifications

A degree in planning, real estate development, land economics or related field and at least 7 years of progressive planning, real estate and development, or combination of other relevant experience.
Preference given to a graduate degree with a complementary mix of education across degrees.
Supervisory knowledge and experience are required.
Eligibility for CIP membership would be an asset.
Ability to mentor, manage a team, as well as oversee team members’ work and professional development are critical in this role.
Strong communication and facilitation skills with the ability to influence others and build consensus and the ability to handle and implement change are necessary for success in this role.
Equivalent combinations of experience and education may be considered.

Pre-employment Requirements

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Union: Exempt	Business Unit: Downtown Strategy
Position Type: 2 Permanent	Location: 800 Macleod Trail SE
Compensation: Level E $80,640 - 121,760 per annum	Days of Work: This position works a 5 day work week earning 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External	Apply By: May 15, 2023
	Job ID #: 307428