Overview As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city-and their careers-forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey. Employment Status Exempt - Regular Full-Time Scope Reporting to the Director, Realty Services, the Realty Asset Manager is responsible and accountable for managing the City's real estate portfolio including the disposition of real property, negotiation of new leases and lease renewals, road closures, coordination of tenant improvement projects, working with and managing external providers, consultants and other agencies on various projects and the preparation of budgets. The Realty Asset Manager maintains an excellent working relationship with residential and commercial tenancies, and initiates on-going cost-saving measures and develops new revenue opportunities. Responsibilities • Manages relationships with residential and commercial tenants. • Negotiate and document all aspects of real estate asset management services for the City, including agreements for leasing projects, agreements for the disposition of real property and other agreements such as licenses for telecommunication sites to generate revenue. • Manage lease contract preparation for projects by liaising with lawyers, real estate brokers, landlords, land surveyors, fee appraisers, project planners, consultants, and various user groups. • Oversee the City's rental portfolio and rental management contract. • Provide real estate advice and counsel to Senior Management within the organization to assist with business and operational decisions. • Provide input and recommendations in evaluating consultant selections, project tendering and strategic initiatives. • Work with external consultants such as appraisers, engineers, commercial brokers, land surveyors, environmental consultants and others with construction projects, renovations and/or maintenance projects. • Initiate and develop partnerships with public and private sector agencies to acquire, lease or sell property interests. • Assist the Director, Realty Services with the preparation and management of the Division's operating budget, recommending cost saving or revenue generating opportunities. • Develop and maintain key external stakeholder relations with Ministries, non-profit organizations, and others, and participate on various committees, as assigned. • Carry out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements. Immediately report unsafe situations by notifying supervisor or other appropriate personnel. • Manage a staff of 4 regular full-time staff (property agents) within the Realty Asset Management Section and 2 full-time staff within the Administration Section. • Manages demolitions. • Maintains an Asset Management Plan for the City's residential and commercial inventory. • Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications • Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in Business Administration, Urban Land Economics, Real Estate or a related field. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will also be considered. • 7 years of progressively responsible related experience • Formal professional or technical designation, such as AACI, RI, IRWA, MRICS, RPA, FRI(E), would be an asset. • Demonstrated knowledge of Local Government Act, real estate laws, legal contracts, rights-of-way instruments, real estate appraisals, and lease and contract terms. • Demonstrated knowledge of selling or leasing properties. • Basic knowledge of current social issues such as homelessness within the City of Surrey. • Excellent negotiation, mediation and conflict resolution skills and ability to negotiate contracts, mediate disputes and resolve conflict situations. • Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and direct external consultants, and other stakeholders from project inception to completion. • Demonstrated knowledge of capital and operating budget control and related fiscal management. • Demonstrated ability to operate independently and as a member of a team. • Demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to multi-task. • Project management experience and/or land development experience would be an asset. • Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills. • Sound knowledge and understanding of the principles, and practices of property management. • Considerable knowledge of building structures and systems and an ability to recognize deficiencies and prepare summaries of work required. • Ability to build consensus with multiple stakeholders, often with conflicting agendas; display tact and diplomacy to deal with a broad range of professions and community stakeholders. Other Information Pay Grade: M3 - $130, 501 - $153, 530 Conditions of Employment Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications. Closing Date This job will be posted until April 5, 2024. Our Values Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community