Realstar is a fully integrated management firm providing a full range of investment and property management services for the last 50 years. It is one of Canada’s largest multi-residential asset managers on behalf of institutional and private investors. It manages over 22,000 rental apartments in six provinces with an asset value of more than $5 billion. Realstar is headquartered in Toronto, and is part of Realstar Group which has over $9 billion of multi-family, hospitality and alternative real estate assets under management, primarily in Canada and the UK. www.realstar.ca/ www.realstargroup.com/
Realstar – is a fully integrated real estate management firm providing a complete range of investment and property management services. We are one of Canada’s largest multi-residential asset and property managers. We manage over 22,000 rental apartments with over $5 billion in AUM, operating coast-to-coast in 55 communities and 8 provinces. Realstar Management is headquartered in Toronto and is part of Realstar Group with over $9 billion AUM in multi-family, hospitality and other real estate assets located primarily in Canada and the UK. www.realstargroup.com

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 10 years of related experience in project and construction management, preferably in the area of multi-residential or commercial building construction, condition assessments, or restoration.
• Designated engineer or architect with relevant license required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with concurrent deadlines while effectively coordinating with contractors, consultants, and clients.
• Ability to effectively resolve issues with regulatory authorities.
• Demonstrated knowledge and planning skills to logically prioritize and sequence major building restoration projects and incorporate this into long term budgets associated with maintaining/increasing the value of the asset.
• Strong relationship building skills to develop confidence and rapport with internal and external clients.
• Experience with major mechanical systems, building envelope restoration, and environmentally friendly construction materials and restoration techniques is ideal.
• Willing to travel within Ontario.
  

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To apply, please send your cover letter and resume to pmcareers@realstar.ca. Please include the position title of interest - Manager, Construction & Property Standards in your subject line.
We thank all those who apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Realstar is committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We encourage applications from our diverse communities, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, women, visible minorities, LGBTQ+ persons and those who are able to speak fluently in a language(s) other than English.
Realstar supports equal opportunity initiatives. Accommodation will be provided in all stages of the hiring process. Contact us for any accommodation requests, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

The Manager of Construction and Property Standards will report to the Senior Vice President, Construction & Property Standards. In this role, you’ll manage capital projects for our Ontario property portfolio, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency. Your strong knowledge of construction and repair methods will be key as you work closely with operations management to maximize asset value.
Realstar offers a competitive reward package, including base salary, health and dental benefits, life insurance, a performance-based bonus, service awards, employee appreciation events, and an inclusive work environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identifying physical problems at the properties, developing alternative corrective measures, and recommending best solutions.
• Managing multiple large capital projects related to restoration or repair of all major property infrastructure, including building envelope and parking garage, mechanical/plumbing/electrical, water supply/sewage, and interior finish renovations.
• Establishing prudent scopes of work, developing specifications in conjunction with contractors/consultants as required, assessing quotations, directing contractors, and ensuring projects are completed in accordance with the established specifications.
• Preparing annual and long-term budgets for major building components and tracking monthly costs of major construction projects and re-forecasting on a quarterly basis.
• Providing timely and comprehensive communication of the status of projects to management and to clients.
• Inspecting properties to determine if they are compliant with Realstar standards and building codes; liaise with applicable authorities (i.e., Technical Standards and Safety Authority, Fire Departments, Municipal Building Departments, etc.) as required, to maintain property standards.
• Providing ongoing support to operations management regarding technical and major building components (e.g., mechanical systems, building envelope) and emergency situations.
• Challenging consultants to provide quality service and design most effective solutions.
• Recommending value added upgrades, including energy savings opportunities, to increase revenue or decrease operating costs.
• Completing due diligence investigations for potential acquisitions, including inspection of current building conditions, and developing budgets to maintain or increase the value of the acquisition.