Job Posting | Manager, Metro Strategy

Are you interested in joining a dynamic team at the helm of city-building advocacy and engagement in one of Canada’s fastest growing metro regions?

BILD Edmonton Metro is looking for a Manager, Metro Strategy to create a practice in the region outside of the City of Edmonton that leverages relationships, anticipates changes in policies that impact the home building and land development industries, and advocates for policy and process changes that benefit home builders and land developers. The Manager will oversee the governance structure in place, monitor issues, advocate for BILD’s positions in line with its strategic plan, and curate a network of decision makers and subject matter experts to influence outcomes. This position will actively and positively impact industry and position BILD Edmonton Metro as the expert voice on building and land development in urban and rural settings.

The successful candidate will focus on partnerships and building relationships with members and municipalities to achieve strategic outcomes. A passion for city-building is required, and experience with government relations and municipal policy is an asset.

Responsibilities

Strategy and Leadership

  • Proactive issue identification and management of key advocacy priorities and emerging needs within the region.
  • Preparation of longer-term advocacy strategies and priorities to influence change and mobilize joint action.
  • Ability to confidently present to elected bodies and officials as well as administrators at all levels within municipal corporations.
  • Ability to represent BILD Edmonton Metro on behalf of the organization in formal and informal settings under the direction of the Vice President.
  • Effective and timely communication to senior leadership within BILD, key partners, and affected members.

Governance

  • Prepare and coordinate all required Board and Committee meeting materials (e.g. agendas, minutes).
  • Lead the administration of relevant committees and strategically coordinate issues and responses on behalf of the association.
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and engagement of committee/member involvement in regional advocacy priorities of the association.
  • Develop and lead BILD’s regional advocacy and policy agenda by engaging and collaborating with colleagues to develop strategies and detailed tactics.

Policy Analysis

  • Develop and maintain a sophisticated tracking system to identify and understand how rural and urban policy issues dynamically impact one another across the region, enabling for better decision-making and advocacy.
  • Contribute to key annual reports and regular member communications including monthly and annual reports, newsletters, and updates related to projects and initiatives.
  • Develop collateral materials (e.g. technical research/advice, key messages, scripts) to inform and influence stakeholders.
  • Facilitate meetings and discussions with decision-makers, leveraging the strategic knowledge, expertise, and abilities of BILD’s membership and committee leadership.
  • Source data and intelligence to inform BILD’s advocacy positions and build clear rationale for action with both municipal and elected officials on priority advocacy issues.  
  • Support regional decision makers by providing industry positions that clearly and persuasively communicate impacts of policy decisions to developers, builders, and the municipality.

Partnerships

  • Participate in meetings with other industry organizations, regional partners, and municipal administrators on behalf of the association and prepare briefings and recommendations for decision-makers and leadership including committee chairs.
  • Foster regular connections with regional stakeholders to enable two-way communication about industry issues.
  • Circulate requests from partner organizations to members as appropriate to elicit feedback that will influence outcomes within those organizations.
  • Develop effective collaboration mechanisms with NAIOP, IDEA, BOMA, ECA, Edmonton Global, and the regional Chambers of Commerce to coordinate strategies.

Reporting

  • Draft presentations and official responses to regional municipalities and partners
  • Draft policy briefings, position papers and annual reports
  • Review market updates and analysis to understand the context of building and development in the region
  • Identify key issues, propose approaches to solve problems, and execute tactical plans for systemic development difficulties within the region.
  • Create content for timely communications with a wide variety of audiences.

Events

  • Develop and support events across the region that create opportunities for BILD members and regional decision makers to build relationships and share information
  • Support the planning and execution of member events
  • Develop new and innovative ways to engage members and partners in networking and information-sharing opportunities

Skills & Abilities

  • Interest and passion in urban planning, real estate development, public and/or private finance, and/or community development.
  • Experience in working with diverse stakeholders and building consensus to reach shared outcomes.
  • Excellent communication (written and verbal), project planning, and organizational skills
  • Problem-solving, organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills
  • Advanced knowledge of governance procedures and processes
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure in a dynamic team setting
  • Ability to take initiative, lead with creativity and work independently
  • Ability to influence without authority.

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate and/or graduate degree in planning, engineering, business, social science, public administration, public policy or another related field.
  • A minimum of five years of experience in researching, designing, managing, and implementing policy and regulatory-focused initiatives and projects.
  • Demonstrated experience with public speaking, negotiation, and relationship-based problem solving.
  • Knowledge of municipal governance and legislation is an asset.

Compensation/Benefits

$80,000 – $100,000 annually, with a base vacation allotment of 3 weeks plus office holiday closure. Enrolment in BILD Edmonton Metro’s benefits plan, monthly cell-phone stipends, and RRSP matching program.

Duration

This is a permanent full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Primary Work Location

#300, 10235 – 124 Street, Edmonton

Application Packet

Please ensure that your application consists of the following documents: resume and cover letter describing what led you to apply to this position and highlighting your qualifications as they relate to the duties of this position. References can be provided upon request. Email your full application packet to info@bildedmonton.com, with the Subject line “Application for Manager, Metro Strategy”.

Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly.

Organizational Overview

BILD Edmonton Metro is the voice and expert resource for the real estate development industry in the Edmonton Metro Region. Our more than 500+ member companies are from all corners of the industry – home builders, real estate developers, renovators, financial and professional service organizations, trade contractors, and manufacturers and suppliers of all types of commercial and home-oriented products. BILD Edmonton Metro is a non-profit organization that works to shape and build sustainable and prosperous communities throughout the entire region. We collaborate with municipal governments on issues affecting the real estate sector, providing key insights and expertise on policies, processes, and timelines.