Senior Development Manager - Term

Job ID: 3097 Openings: One Jurisdiction: Out of Scope Division: Financial Strategy & Sustainability Department: Land, Real Estate & Economic Development Branch: Land Development Location Name: Regina, Saskatchewan, CA Type of Posting: Internal & External Employment Type: Term up to 18 months Annual Salary: $102,981.00 - $137,305.00 Date Posted: September 23, 2025 Closing Date: October 8, 2025 Land Acknowledgement We are proud to reside on Treaty 4 Territory and the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakota, Lakota, and Métis Nation, honoring and respecting these Nations and ancestors of this territory and grateful to be here. Regina is committed to building trust and creating true partnerships with Indigenous peoples. Equity, Diversity & Inclusion The City of Regina is an equal opportunities employer dedicated to fostering a respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace, allowing everyone to achieve their full potential. We value diversity as a key to our success and encourage all qualified candidates, including Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQIAP+ individuals of all genders, people of disabilities, and members of equity-deserving communities, to apply. The City of Regina is committed to ensure accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform our Talent team and we'll collaborate with you to address your requirements. Position Summary The Senior Development Manager is responsible for the leadership and management of the urban land development portfolio within the Land Development Branch of the Land, Real Estate & Facilities Department, including operational and program planning, stakeholder relationship management, financial management and internal and external people leadership. Mandate includes leading and managing large- and small-scale urban land development, from concept to completion, consistent with the Official Community Plan and City Council direction, to maximize the value of each asset. This requires developing and managing land development initiatives in consort with appropriate contract and procurement approaches, a range of both public and private partners, and leading teams to achieve development objectives. This position leads the strategic development and management of work packages for both green field and brown field development projects throughout the development lifecycle; from concept to business case development to design parameters to public realm improvements to infrastructure requirements and divestment. As a member of the Departments management team, leads and/or participates in Department or City-wide projects and special initiatives. Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesOperational & Strategic Planning

• Contribute to the Departments long-term planning and annual work plans.
• Establish objectives, service levels, and performance targets.
• Develop and implement policies, systems, and procedures related to land development.

Financial & Project Management

• Lead the development and delivery of major land development projects, including the Regina Revitalization Initiative (RRI).
• Oversee budgets, forecasts, expenditures, and ensure alignment with City standards.
• Manage procurement strategies, contracts, and business case development.

Stakeholder Relationship Management

• Provide advice to senior leaders, City Council, and external stakeholders on complex development projects.
• Lead public consultation processes and manage relationships with landowners, governments, and community leaders.
• Negotiate and manage partnerships to advance development objectives.

People Leadership

• Lead cross-functional teams, consultants, and contractors.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance management to staff.
• Develop workforce plans to ensure adequate capacity and skills.

Risk & Compliance Management

• Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and City standards.
• Proactively identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Maintain political acuity in managing high-profile, public-facing projects.

Key Qualifications

• Strong foundation in management practices, including planning, budgeting, policy development, performance measurement, and human resources.
• In-depth understanding of land development issues, including legal, financial, taxation, commercial, and market considerations.
• Experience managing diverse teams, contracts, procurement strategies, and evaluation processes.
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement, conflict resolution, negotiation, and consensus-building.
• Strong communication skills, with ability to present complex issues to executives, Council, partners, and the public; may represent the City in media or public forums.
• Change management expertise, including navigating resistance and leading organizational or project transitions.
• Advanced problem-solving abilities to address complex, multi-branch issues, requiring scenario planning and innovative solutions.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale land development projects with significant impact on budgets, timelines, external stakeholders, and City reputation.
• Leadership in coaching, mentoring, workforce planning, and performance management of cross-functional teams and external consultants.

Please visit: https://openregina.ca/dataset/senior-development-manager-job-description for full job description. Additional Requirements:

• Successful candidates may be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check per the City of Regina's Criminal Record Check Policy.
• Proof of education is required.
• Additional assessments may be conducted to evaluate competencies, skills, and knowledge.

At City of Regina, we offer competitive compensation, health and wellness benefits, and growth through educational support and in-house courses. If you’re passionate about public service and making a difference, apply now!For detailed job descriptions, CBAs, and application tips, visit our Applicant & Job Resources page. Note: Only applications submitted via our online application system are accepted