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Location : Toronto, Ontario (Yonge & Eglinton) About Tenblock Tenblock is a Toronto-based real estate development firm with a legacy of city-building and a strong pipeline of complex, high-density urban projects. We focus on sustainability, thoughtful design, and complete communities. Our small but mighty team works collaboratively across disciplines to deliver impactful residential projects in Toronto. Core Commitments: Vision: Sustainable communities that people are proud to call home. Mission: To be a trusted community partner that brings neighborhoods to life. Values: Creativity, Integrity, & Quality. We are actively seeking a passionate and skilled professional to join our collaborative team and contribute to high quality projects that will help shape the future of Toronto. Position Summary Our close-knit and entrepreneurial team at Tenblock is excited to be hiring an Associate, Development . Reporting to the Director, Planning, you will be a key contributor to our planning and development activities, helping to ensure smooth project execution and alignment with our strategic goals. You will support land use planning, research, and policy analysis while assisting in the coordination of development applications and approvals. Your work will also involve collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders, preparing reports and presentations, and contributing to special projects as needed. We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to take on a variety of tasks in an entrepreneurial environment. You should be proactive, resourceful, and adaptable, with a strong interest in urban planning, development, and policy. As our projects evolve, so will our challenges, and we are excited to find someone who can grow and adapt alongside us. Key Responsibilities Prepare and manage project timelines, budgets, and schedules, tracking progress and milestones to ensure timely completion. Maintain accurate project documentation and prepare regular status reports highlighting progress, risks, and milestones. Collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure seamless project execution. Research and monitor land use legislation, regulation, policy, and by-laws. Prepare, submit, and manage development approvals (OPAs, ZBAs, draft plans of subdivision, SPAs, minor variances, etc.). Assist in preparing documentation for regulatory authorities and obtaining necessary approvals. Contribute expert input for potential acquisitions, including site planning, feasibility analysis, and due diligence investigations. Identify and develop mitigation strategies for project risks related to zoning and environmental factors. Assist with site selection, evaluation, and planning, ensuring proposed developments are feasible and sustainable. Support effective communication between all project stakeholders (internal teams, local authorities, architects, contractors). Prepare and present project plans and updates to management, partners, and external stakeholders. Build and maintain meaningful professional relationships with partners, municipal staff, and community stakeholders. Provide administrative support, including meeting coordination, filing, documentation management, and follow-ups to ensure efficient project and team support. Requirements Bachelor''s degree in Urban Planning, Real Estate Development, Architecture, or related field; Master''s degree is an asset but not required. 2-5 years of administrative or operational support experience in urban planning, real estate development, or a related field, preferably within multifamily housing development. Knowledge of land use legislation, regulations, policy, and by-laws. Experience working with or within the City of Toronto is considered a strong asset. Resourceful. You are that person who strives to figure out how to get things done. Master juggler (that likes juggling). You can handle a lot of different priorities at one time and you like your work day looking like that. You care about communication. Whether its written or verbal, people know what you want, what you mean, or what you''re asking for. Detail-oriented. You are a stickler for the details in all that you do. Technology doesnt scare you and youre super comfortable using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and other tools (Slack, ChatGPT, etc.) Submission To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter via LinkedIn. We thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Compensation Tenblock offers a competitive compensation package for the Associate, Development position, including: Base salary range of $80,000 - $90,000 annually or commensurate with experience and qualifications Performance-based annual bonus potential Comprehensive health and dental benefits package Paid time off, including vacation days, sick leave, statutory holidays, and additional office closures Team building events and opportunities to engage with the broader real estate development community Equal Opportunity Tenblock is committed to the principles of the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We value diversity and inclusion and strive to create an equitable workplace where all employees feel respected and supported. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from equity-deserving groups. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.