Senior Land Development Manager

Taylor Ryan Executive Search Partners is supporting a priority search for a Senior Land Development Manager with one of North America's leading residential developers and homebuilders. This is a senior leadership opportunity for someone who understands the full residential land development process, from municipal approvals and engineering through subdivision servicing, construction and municipal assumption.

Working closely with executive leadership, you'll oversee multiple residential development projects, guide Project Managers and help shape the delivery of established and future communities across Ottawa.

The role offers meaningful project ownership, a strong development pipeline and the opportunity to influence how residential communities are planned and delivered.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead residential land development projects through planning, engineering approvals, servicing, construction and municipal assumption.
• Oversee subdivision approvals, civil infrastructure, grading, utilities, tendering and construction coordination.
• Manage project budgets, cash flows, schedules, cost forecasts and development pro formas.
• Guide and mentor Project Managers and multidisciplinary consultant teams.
• Work closely with municipalities, contractors and internal stakeholders to resolve project challenges and maintain progress.
• Identify development risks and support strategic planning and project delivery decisions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 8+ years of progressive experience in residential land development, with demonstrated leadership responsibilities.
• Strong background in residential subdivisions or master-planned community development.
• Proven experience managing municipal approvals, servicing, construction delivery and project financials.
• Experience leading Project Managers, consultants or multidisciplinary development teams.
• Working knowledge of Ottawa-area municipal planning and development processes is strongly preferred.
• Diploma or degree in Engineering, Planning or a related discipline.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• $140,000–$160,000 CAD base salary
• 20% target annual performance bonus
• 3 weeks' vacation and 5 paid wellness days
• Employer pension matching and employer-paid benefits
• Hybrid schedule, 4 days per week in the Ottawa office
• Professional development and long-term leadership opportunities
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates