Intern, Residential Development

at  Beedie

AT BEEDIE, WE FOSTER TALENT, ENCOURAGE INNOVATION, AND REWARD SUCCESS.

We’re always looking for like-minded people to join our team and share our passion for doing the best work of our lives. Our approach is simple: we work hard, we have fun, and we make a difference. And, we’ve been recognized as a top employer provincially and nationally. Our people are the heart and soul of our organization. If you are passionate, hardworking, ambitious, and want to be part of a dynamic and growing company that will take your career forward, join us.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a summer intern to join our Development team at Beedie Living. We are looking for a driven, energetic student who can work well in a collaborative and fast-paced team environment. As the Development Intern, you will have the opportunity to gain experience across several different components of the project life cycle, foundational to a career in development. The Development Intern will work closely with members of the Development team to advance projects towards approvals while gaining exposure to a variety of exciting project types.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Working towards a University degree or college diploma in business, urban geography, architecture, engineering, planning, or real estate
• Related work experience is an asset, including previous co-op placements, internships, and projects
• Appetite for learning and growing your skill set in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong computer skills with a hands-on working knowledge of MS Office platforms, particularly Teams, SharePoint, Planner, Excel, and Word
• Team player, energetic, resourceful, reliable, and timely, with a strong ability to self-prioritize and take initiative
• Comfortable working in a professional office setting with some travel to municipalities or job sites

• Coordinating the entitlement process with municipalities by obtaining information, assisting with permit applications, and monitoring progress
• Preparing presentations as required to advance the development process
• Communicating and working with outside consultants for development projects
• Communicating and working with other departments to complete assigned tasks
• Coordinating exchange of information across internal departments
• Communicating key project updates through thoughtful materials, minutes, and other reporting
• Undertaking research and analysis projects centered around key aspects of the development process, including market data, municipal policies, and emerging areas of opportunity
• Assisting in building and analyzing project proformas, cashflows, and financial reporting related to active projects and current acquisitions
• Collaborating directly with various members of the Development team to implement or evolve systems for standardization across projects
• Supporting the Development Team and other Beedie Living departments as needed
• Tracking Council updates and progression of relevant projects/policies and providing updates to the Development Team
• Using municipal GIS tools to obtain zoning and property information and review information for any property restrictions or encumbrances
• Managing and tracking consultant deliverables, including design plans, legal surveys, landscape and civil drawing packages, and due diligence documents