Product Development, Senior Manager

Product Development, Senior Manager

Calgary, Alberta

Residential Construction

Build your future at Minto!

Since 1955, we've been proudly building better places for people to live, work, and play, one home and one relationship at a time. To us, it's all about special moments — like the thrill of a new apartment, the pride in owning a first home, or a growing investment partnership. We recognize this continues with great employees, like you, and would love for you to join us on our mission. At Minto, we welcome change, celebrate new ideas, and provide you with the resources, professional training, and diverse opportunities to grow your career.

Your offer will include:

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus + benefits effective 1^st day + RRSP matching plan + 3 weeks' vacation
• Benefits include; parental leave, unlimited physiotherapy, telemedicine and so much more
• Tuition reimbursement plans and professional development courses
• Employee recognition platform - Be rewarded by your colleagues for your contributions!
• Flexible summer hours
• Many exciting career opportunities

Your Role on our Team: The Product Development, Senior Manager participates in the preparation of product strategy and is responsible for its execution. This includes new product research, innovation, and design implementation on assigned projects as per the Business Plan, based on market research and to meet customer expectations. The Product Development, Senior Manager oversees consultants and suppliers and liaises with internal and external stakeholders to drive customer value and ensure optimized standards and continuous improvement strategies are implemented. They lead by example and actively promote the Minto values of accomplishment, courage, partnership, and innovation.

In this role, you will:

• Perform new product and material research, innovation, and design implementation on assigned residential low-rise, mid-rise, high-rise, or mixed-use projects as per the Business Plan, based on market research and to meet customer expectations;
• Manage the design development process for new projects, including building typology, community and design visioning, product mix, and design from initiation of concept to sales launch;
• Support the development of the contract documents (drawings and specifications) ensuring continuity of the design vision through to tender, construction, and warranty processes;
• Collaborate with peers to ensure cohesive and optimized value proposition is delivered to Minto customers on assigned projects;
• Develop, manage, and report on project budget and schedule;
• Manage external consultant RFP and contract processes, including monthly reporting;
• Perform document reviews for adequate coordination between design drawings, marketing/sales collateral, and contract documentation;
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders performing document reviews and conducting site visits to ensure continuous improvement of product features and optimization of details and specifications to reduce construction complexity and cost;
• Support acquisition, including masterplan, feasibility studies, and pro-forma (budget and schedule) efforts;
• Manage consultants through the procurement and production processes on the assigned projects;
• Foster collaboration and support efforts within the department and between functional groups;
• Establish, build, and maintain relationships with peers and trades;
• Perform other duties within the scope, spirit, and purpose of the job, as requested by management.

We would like you to have:

• College Diploma or University Degree in Architecture
• Minimum of five (5+) years of previous professional experience in project management, design development process residential and/or mixed-use projects
• Previous experience leading a team
• Knowledge of the Alberta Building Code and other relevant regulations
• Knowledge of residential low-rise, mid-rise, high-rise, or mixed-use building systems/assemblies and construction methodologies
• AutoCAD, Microsoft Office (Project is an asset)

Our future is better together. Apply now and join us!

Minto is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. Should you require accommodation or support in any aspect of our recruitment and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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