OPPORTUNITY PROFILE PROJECT MANAGER

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1 OPPORTUNITY PROFILE PROJECT MANAGER

2 the right people THE WESTSTONE GROUP PROJECT MANAGER CONTENTS THE ORGANIZATION THE WESTSTONE GROUP 1 THE OPPORTUNITY PROJECT MANAGER 2 Scope of Duties 2 THE PERSON 4 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 4 Required Qualifications, Education, and Experience 5 Competencies and Personal Characteristics 5 COMPENSATION 6 CONTACT 6

3 THE ORGANIZATION THE WESTSTONE GROUP With 25 years of local and international expertise, The WestStone Group is a highly accredited real estate developer and builder of residential and commercial properties across Greater Vancouver, primarily in South Surrey, Central City, and Langley. Specializing in high-rise and low-rise condominiums and townhomes, WestStone has earned a reputation for its innovative attention to architecture and design, focusing on providing building quality, and an appealing aesthetic for all of its properties and developments. Dedicated to creating superb live-work-play communities for professionals that are seamlessly blended into established neighborhoods, WestStone believes in thoughtful planning and the perfect placement of its projects in each community. With project design aimed at optimum livability and maximizing real estate profitability, WestStone is increasing high value inventory acquisitions in desirable neighbourhoods, and is actively involved in developing Surrey s new City Centre as well as the newly-approved Official Community Plan zone in White Rock. WestStone is responsible for several award-winning projects. ULTRA, a 40-storey residential tower, is part of WestStone s nine-acre West Village complex in Surrey, a master-planned community comprised of several high rise towers, low-rise multi-family buildings, townhomes, and street-level retail and commercial businesses. WestStone also received accolades for their three-phase condo project in Calgary, River Grand Estates, a lowrise residential complex of 201 units spanning an entire city block across from the Calgary Stampede that blends the best of urban living with the quaintness of a European village. WestStone is also nearing completion of the EVOLVE project, a 40-storey, 406-unit high-rise condo tower, with commercial space to include their new corporate office location, with estimated occupancy in late Enjoying over two decades of growth, WestStone has evolved into a leading real estate developer in Western Canada, focused on the Surrey market within the Lower Mainland, as well as Arizona. Focused on meeting the needs of its community partners, WestStone offers a strong diversification of developments encompassing residential, commercial, retail, rental, educational, and community-oriented open concept green spaces. To learn more, please visit The Weststone Group s website. 1 Page

4 THE OPPORTUNITY PROJECT MANAGER The Project Manager ( PM ) will help to manage many key aspects of the construction process for various projects throughout the WestStone portfolio. The PM will also work with WestStone s senior project management team regarding estimating, scheduling, tendering, procurement, constructability analysis, and cash flow schedules. Responsible for effective project management and oversight, the PM will ensure strategic and costeffective decision-making in the construction of low, mid, and high-rise residential buildings and commercial space, primarily in the Surrey market. This is an exciting opportunity to join WestStone s team during a period of significant growth and to make an impact within a dynamic company. Scope of Duties The PM has the following core accountabilities: Manages the overall construction process for all assigned development projects at WestStone; Collaborates with the company s senior management team on cost-effective estimating, scheduling, tendering, and project procurement; Conducts feasibility studies and oversees and updates proformas, making recommendations to satisfy project profitability objectives; Prepares preliminary cost estimates for assigned projects; manages cash flow schedules; Negotiates, reviews, and approves consultant contract documents in the tendering process, monitoring their work and approving payments and change orders; 2 Page

5 Coordinates project construction requirements to align with design specifications, prior to tendering; Coordinates with general and sub-contractors during construction; conducts site meetings to resolve discrepancies; Controls project contingency expenditures and manages inspection of completed work; establishes deficiencies lists; approves payment of final holdbacks; Oversees contractor warranty items; Responsible for the preparation of financial and project status reporting to senior management; and Keeps up-to-date on new development and construction concepts through attendance at conferences, seminars, courses, and other professional activities. 3 Page

6 THE PERSON The Project Manager should be a refined leader who is experienced with the complexities of the real estate development and construction industry. Possessing an inclusive and collaborative leadership style, as well as a solid understanding of the industry s frameworks of governance, the PM will build relationships with both internal staff and external consultants by creating a true team environment, leveraging the considerable strength and expertise that exists within the organization. The PM should also be decisive, possessing sufficient business acumen and political savvy to advance WestStone s goals in the realm of real estate development, construction, and property management. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience: Building construction management background, ideally in various categories of the multi-family residential sector, as well as quantity surveying, estimating, scheduling, tendering, and project procurement experience for a mix of construction projects; Team lead experience in a mix of low/high-rise developments; familiar with rezoning, permitting, and design processes; Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of stakeholders; detail-oriented, with excellent strategic and analytical skills; Proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented; and A proven understanding of the importance of project confidentiality. 4 Page

7 Required Qualifications, Education, and Experience 5+ years of experience in the multi-family building construction sector; and Local market knowledge and an established industry network, dealing with contractors and sub-contractors. Competencies and Personal Characteristics Leadership - Achieves desired organizational results by encouraging and supporting the contribution of others; a proactive and positive team player who acts with a sense of urgency and leads by example; sets and communicates clear goals. Communication Clearly presents written and verbal information and writes with clarity and purpose; communicates effectively in both positive as well as negative circumstances; listens well. Accountable Holds self and others accountable for responsibilities; focuses on results and measuring attainment of outcomes in a business focus. Technical Understanding Has a strong estimating and scheduling background. Strategic Develops/implements a plan in support of organizational strategic direction. Demonstrates an understanding of the link between job responsibilities and overall organizational goals. Integrity and Honesty Demonstrates a resolute commitment to and respect for the rules and core values of the organization, setting an example of professionalism and ethical propriety. Creativity and Innovation Develops new project insights and questions conventional approaches; encourages new ideas and innovations; designs and implements new, cutting edge programs/processes. Effective Working Relationships Treats colleagues and staff with respect; resolves conflicts respectfully and in a timely manner, negotiates effectively, and provides effective feedback to colleagues/employees. Influential and Collaborative Has an honest, open, consistent approach to working with others; possesses strong relationship and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and develop/maintain partnerships, obtaining stakeholder agreement. Client-Focused Anticipates, responds, and attends to the needs of clients and internal/external stakeholders; keeps the client interests as paramount. 5 Page

8 COMPENSATION A competitive compensation package will be provided including an attractive base salary, performance incentive program, and employee benefits. Further details will be discussed in a personal interview. FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Andrew Philip or Tony Kirschner DAVIES PARK EXECUTIVE SEARCH # Granville Street Vancouver, BC V7Y 1G5 Phone: (604) vancouver@daviespark.com 6 Page