Real Estate & Budget Coordinator

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Reporting to the Director, Asset Management and Business Performance, this position will assist in achieving deliverables related to the Real Estate Services and Operating Budget functions for Facilities Management and Development (FMD). This position will lead the negotiation and review of various property agreements. This role will support in achieving and monitoring Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) related to property such as developing a land strategy to recommend how to extract value from excess lands and passive buildings. This position will also assist in looking for grant opportunities for capital projects, help in preparing/submitting applications for external grants, and assist the director in the monthly and quarterly operating budget monitoring and forecasting for FMD.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the negotiation for new leases/licenses and renewal of existing leases/licenses.
• Lead the negotiation and coordination with the City of Edmonton and other entities for Right-of-Way (ROW) agreements.
• Review the terms and conditions of property agreements before approval and execution.
• Prepare and review payments and receivables for all leases, licenses, and all other property agreements.
• Assist in the purchasing and selling/disposition of real properties, which includes reviewing contracts and tracking important conditions.
• Assist in the procurement/hiring of real estate services (agents) to facilitate the selling, acquisition, and leasing of some properties.
• Coordinate with NAIT's legal office to review all property agreements before execution.
• Assist in the development of a land strategy to extract value from excess lands and passive assets/buildings.
• Assist in the maintenance and updating of NAIT's Real Property Policy and Real Property Acquisition and Disposition Procedure.
• Support in monitoring and achieving OKRs related to property and operating budgets.
• Develop annual operating budgets for all leased sites and monitor expenditures.
• Monitor, review, and analyze monthly operating expenditures and variance explanations for all sections in FMD.
• Assist in searching for external capital grant opportunities and help in preparing/submitting grant applications.
• Coordinate and prepare required reports for government-funded projects.
• Support the development of an integrated capital budget plan for infrastructure assets.

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to effectively collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders to handle real estate services.
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing differences, willingness to listen to stakeholders, and ensuring diverse perspectives are heard.
• Strong financial skills are needed in the development and monitoring of operating budgets for all leases and different sections in FMD.
• Ability to think strategically to assist in the development of a land strategy to extract value from excess lands and passive assets.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications:

• Diploma in business, commerce, or other equivalent relevant education is required, but a degree is preferred.
• At least three years of related experience in real estate services.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Equivalencies will be considered.

Remuneration: $64,791.48- $ 87,098.70 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification - Admin Officer II).

This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT

At NAIT, people matter.

We're proud to have been named one of Alberta's Top Employers for 13 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive, and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset - they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.

At NAIT, you are part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff and industry clients and partners. The NAIT culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. NAIT is committed to advancing equity and cultivating inclusion throughout the hiring process. We especially encourage applications from Aboriginal and Indigenous people, Black and racialized people, gender and sexually diverse (2SLGBTQIA+ and women) people, immigrants, and people with disabilities.

What we offer

We've created a benefits package that focuses on health and wellness, professional and personal growth, recognition, and work-life balance.

NAIT is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work, including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the two.

Employees also have access to excellent vacation time, paid time off between Christmas and New Year's, a strong recognition program, learning opportunities, 2 annual all-staff professional development days and so much more.

Additional requirements

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)

www.alberta.ca/iqas-contact.aspx.

Accommodations

NAIT is an inclusive employer and strives to hire a diverse workforce. If you are contacted by us regarding a job opportunity, please don't hesitate to contact us if you require any accommodation during the selection process. Please contact us via email at careers@nait.ca.

We thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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