A public sector agency in Vancouver is seeking an experienced leader to drive the strategy for housing development. The ideal candidate will manage the City’s real-estate portfolio, oversee high-profile projects, and ensure financial returns from land assets. Candidates must have a background in land development, municipal policy, and stakeholder management. Strong partnership-building skills are essential. This role offers the opportunity to shape housing initiatives and contribute to the community's growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr
OverviewThe Vancouver Housing Development Office (VHDO) is a City of Vancouver agency dedicated to creating strong, market‑based rental housing on City‑owned land. The VHDO delivers long‑term non‑tax public benefit by generating financial returns that finance municipal infrastructure and social services.ResponsibilitiesLead the VHDO, shaping the agency’s strategy, portfolio, and processes.Manage the City’s real‑estate asset portfolio, securing non‑tax revenue through the redevelopment of land assets.Oversee the development of high‑profile projects, from rezoning through design, finance, and construction.Partner with private developers, finance teams, planners, and design professionals to secure equity, design excellence, and development economics.Coordinate the VHDO’s capital and finance functions, including the Property Endowment Fund, to optimize non‑tax revenue streams.Represent the VHDO on City Council, stakeholder meetings, and industry forums.QualificationsCity of Vancouver or public‑sector experience in land development, finance, or real‑estate asset management.Strong knowledge of municipal policy, planning, and land‑use regulation.Proven project‑management experience leading multi‑phase development projects.Experience managing financial returns and supporting non‑tax revenue generation.Excellent stakeholder‑management and partnership‑building skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview
The Vancouver Housing Development Office (VHDO) is a City of Vancouver agency dedicated to creating strong, market‑based rental housing on City‑owned land. The VHDO delivers long‑term non‑tax public benefit by generating financial returns that finance municipal infrastructure and social services.
Responsibilities
Lead the VHDO, shaping the agency’s strategy, portfolio, and processes.
Manage the City’s real‑estate asset portfolio, securing non‑tax revenue through the redevelopment of land assets.
Oversee the development of high‑profile projects, from rezoning through design, finance, and construction.
Partner with private developers, finance teams, planners, and design professionals to secure equity, design excellence, and development economics.
Coordinate the VHDO’s capital and finance functions, including the Property Endowment Fund, to optimize non‑tax revenue streams.
Represent the VHDO on City Council, stakeholder meetings, and industry forums.
Qualifications
City of Vancouver or public‑sector experience in land development, finance, or real‑estate asset management.
Strong knowledge of municipal policy, planning, and land‑use regulation.
Proven project‑management experience leading multi‑phase development projects.
Experience managing financial returns and supporting non‑tax revenue generation.
Excellent stakeholder‑management and partnership‑building skills.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
A public sector agency in Vancouver is seeking an experienced leader to drive the strategy for housing development. The ideal candidate will manage the City’s real-estate portfolio, oversee high-profile projects, and ensure financial returns from land assets. Candidates must have a background in land development, municipal policy, and stakeholder management. Strong partnership-building skills are essential. This role offers the opportunity to shape housing initiatives and contribute to the community's growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr
