THIS ROLE ISN’T ABOUT “FILLING VACANCIES.”

It’s about understanding what drives revenue, resident experience, retention, reputation, and long-term portfolio performance — and leading accordingly.

This is a position for someone who understands that effective leasing strategy is never just about activity — it’s about outcomes.

Someone who can navigate the space between market intelligence, pricing strategy, resident experience, team performance, and revenue optimization — and bring those moving pieces together in a way that drives meaningful portfolio results and long-term asset performance.

My client is seeking a Revenue & Leasing Strategist (Edmonton, AB) to lead the leasing function across a growing residential portfolio — bringing leadership, strategic thinking, analytical capability, market awareness, and customer experience excellence together under one umbrella.

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

This position sits at the intersection of revenue optimization, leasing leadership, resident retention, operational collaboration, and brand experience.

You won’t simply oversee leasing activity.

You will influence occupancy performance, pricing strategy, portfolio competitiveness, leasing processes, team effectiveness, and overall resident engagement across the portfolio.

Reporting to the Portfolio Manager, you will collaborate closely with marketing, operations, maintenance, and leadership teams to ensure leasing strategies are aligned with both market realities and long-term portfolio objectives.

This role requires someone who can think strategically while still remaining highly operational and hands-on.

Someone who can interpret data, coach people, navigate difficult conversations, elevate systems and processes, and help create consistency across multiple properties and leasing teams.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

You will lead the leasing and revenue function across an assigned residential portfolio, including:

• Developing and executing leasing and revenue strategies that drive occupancy, retention, and portfolio performance  

• Leading, mentoring, coaching, and supporting Leasing Professionals across the portfolio  

• Monitoring leasing KPIs including inquiries, tours, conversion ratios, absorption trends, renewals, and vacancy exposure  

• Evaluating market conditions, competitor pricing, incentives, and trends to make informed pricing and revenue recommendations  

• Supporting resident retention initiatives and long-term revenue stability strategies  

• Collaborating closely with marketing on campaigns, digital presence, online reputation management, and traffic generation initiatives  

• Reviewing leasing reports, dashboards, traffic metrics, demographics, and forecasting data to identify opportunities and risks  

• Managing escalated resident and prospect concerns with professionalism, diplomacy, and sound judgment  

• Ensuring leasing operations align with legislative requirements, internal controls, policies, and brand standards  

• Supporting budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and portfolio planning discussions  

• Driving consistency, accountability, process improvement, and operational excellence across the leasing function  

• Contributing to a collaborative, positive, customer-focused culture that values responsiveness, professionalism, and continuous improvement

WHO YOU ARE

You are commercially minded, operationally grounded, and emotionally intelligent.

You likely come from residential property management, leasing leadership, hospitality, customer experience, or a related service-driven environment where you’ve had to balance people leadership, revenue accountability, operational execution, and customer satisfaction simultaneously.

You understand how to motivate teams while still holding standards.

You know how to read between the lines of leasing trends, customer behaviours, and operational friction points.

You can navigate difficult conversations professionally while still maintaining relationships and protecting the brand experience.

You are both analytical and people-oriented.

You understand that leasing success is not just about sales — it’s about trust, responsiveness, consistency, communication, operational coordination, and long-term resident experience.

WHAT WILL HELP YOU SUCCEED

• Experience leading or mentoring leasing teams within residential real estate, hospitality, or customer-focused environments  

• Strong understanding of leasing operations, occupancy management, customer experience, and resident retention strategies  

• Demonstrated ability to interpret leasing metrics, revenue trends, market conditions, and operational data  

• Strong communication skills with the ability to coach, influence, and navigate difficult conversations professionally  

• Ability to build collaborative relationships across departments and operational groups  

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously  

• High attention to detail and operational accountability  

• Experience working with property management systems, ideally Yardi  

• Knowledge of the Alberta Residential Tenancies Act and related legislation is considered a strong asset  

• Valid Alberta driver’s license and reliable vehicle required

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

My client is a long-standing, privately held real estate owner and operator committed to owning and managing a high-quality residential portfolio with integrity, accountability, and a strong sense of community responsibility. The organization believes in responsible growth, strong resident relationships, and creating communities people are proud to call home.

WHY SOMEONE WILL BE DRAWN TO THIS ROLE

Because this isn’t a transactional leasing position.

It’s an opportunity to step into a visible leadership role where your voice, insights, leadership, and strategic thinking genuinely matter.

You’ll have the ability to influence performance, shape processes, mentor people, contribute operationally, and help elevate the resident experience across a growing portfolio.

This is the kind of role where someone with strong instincts, emotional intelligence, business acumen, and leadership capability can make a meaningful impact.

COMPENSATION & ENVIRONMENT

My client offers a competitive compensation package, a collaborative leadership environment, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully within a growing and highly respected organization.

CONFIDENTIALITY & NEXT STEPS

My client is committed to creating inclusive and respectful workplaces where people can thrive professionally and personally.

All inquiries and applications will be handled with strict confidentiality.

Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Successful candidates may be required to complete a security clearance and credit check as part of the final hiring process.

For a confidential exploratory conversation, please contact:

Cindy Nicholls Smith  

Principal, Avid Exec Ltd.  

cindy@avidexec.com

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Internal Client Representative | Development Project Leadership | Build-to-Suit & Land Development

Are you ready to step into a highly visible and impactful role within a growth-minded, entrepreneurial commercial real estate organization?

My client, a privately owned and highly respected commercial real estate owner/developer, is seeking a Senior Client Success Manager to act as an internal client representative and project leader for complex development initiatives, including significant high-value build-to-suit projects and land development across a growing portfolio.

Reporting directly to the President and working collaboratively with internal departments, consultants, municipalities, contractors, tenants, and external stakeholders, this role sits at the intersection of relationship management, project leadership, development execution, and strategic communication.

This is not a traditional construction project management role.

It is an opportunity for a polished, commercially astute professional to become the connective tissue between leadership, development activity, tenant commitments, and project execution — ensuring projects move forward with alignment, accountability, professionalism, and clarity.

If you thrive in environments where trust, relationships, critical thinking, and operational sophistication matter, this role offers the opportunity to become a highly valued contributor within an organization experiencing meaningful growth and momentum.

STEP INTO A ROLE WHERE YOU CAN MAKE A LASTING IMPACT

As Senior Client Success Manager, you will serve as the organization’s internal representative and strategic liaison throughout the lifecycle of development and construction projects.

You will help guide projects from early planning through execution and delivery — ensuring stakeholders remain aligned, communication remains proactive, risks are identified early, and projects continue advancing in accordance with timelines, budgets, objectives, and the client experience expectations of the organization.

Working closely with the President and various internal teams, you will play a critical role in helping the company successfully navigate the growing complexity attached to expansion, tenant development commitments, and land development initiatives.

Your ability to foster strong relationships, manage nuance, coordinate moving parts, and maintain professionalism under pressure will directly influence both project outcomes and the company’s reputation.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as the internal client representative and primary liaison for development, build-to-suit, land development, and tenant improvement projects
• Partner closely with the President and leadership team to support strategic project execution and organizational priorities
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal departments including leasing, operations, accounting, property management, and executive leadership to ensure project alignment and continuity
• Facilitate communication between consultants, municipalities, contractors, tenants, ownership groups, and external stakeholders throughout project lifecycles
• Monitor project progress, timelines, budgets, risks, deficiencies, change orders, and key milestones, escalating concerns proactively when required
• Help ensure projects are advancing in alignment with approved scopes, financial expectations, development objectives, and tenant commitments
• Support land development initiatives including servicing coordination, municipal processes, permitting, approvals, and stakeholder communication
• Lead and coordinate meetings, project discussions, updates, and follow-through actions with professionalism and accountability
• Deliver concise, polished written and verbal reporting to executive leadership regarding project status, challenges, risks, and recommended solutions
• Foster strong working relationships across all stakeholder groups while helping create positive and collaborative project experiences
• Bring structure, organization, and process discipline to complex and evolving projects within a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve communication flow, project coordination, systems, and operational efficiencies
• Assist with budgeting discussions, forecasting coordination, and financial tracking in collaboration with Finance and Accounting
• Navigate issues, competing priorities, and project complexities with professionalism, diplomacy, objectivity, and sound judgement
• Represent the organization with credibility, responsiveness, and a solutions-oriented mindset both internally and externally
• Perform additional project leadership and strategic coordination responsibilities as required within a growing organization

EMBRACE A DISTINCTIVE CULTURE WHERE PEOPLE MATTER

You will thrive here if you appreciate:

• A highly collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where initiative and accountability are valued
• A culture grounded in trust, humility, transparency, and mutual respect
• A workplace where relationships, communication, and professionalism genuinely matter
• Leaders who value critical thinking, ownership, and proactive problem-solving
• An organization experiencing exciting growth and evolution
• A high-performing yet down-to-earth team environment that values positivity, collaboration, and good people
• An environment where your voice, perspective, and contributions are genuinely welcomed and respected

YOUR TALENT & PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS

The ideal candidate brings:

• 5+ years of experience within commercial real estate development, construction, owner’s representation, project management, or related environments
• Exposure to build-to-suit projects, tenant improvements, commercial construction, and/or land development initiatives
• Strong relationship management and stakeholder coordination capabilities across diverse groups
• Excellent communication skills, including polished written reporting and confident verbal communication
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and project coordination capabilities within fast-paced environments
• The ability to navigate competing priorities, evolving situations, and project complexities with composure and professionalism
• Commercial acumen and an understanding of development processes, project delivery, budgets, and construction workflows
• High emotional intelligence, diplomacy, and the ability to foster alignment and collaboration
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• A proactive, accountable, and solutions-oriented mindset
• The ability to work both strategically and operationally — balancing big-picture thinking with detail orientation
• Experience working collaboratively with executives, consultants, contractors, municipalities, and multidisciplinary teams
• Familiarity with Yardi, construction management platforms, or development tracking systems is considered an asset

BE REWARDED

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a highly respected and growing commercial real estate organization where your work will directly contribute to meaningful development activity and long-term organizational success.

My client offers a competitive compensation package that includes:

• Attractive six-figure salary + performance bonus
• Car allowance
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid parking
• Funding for ongoing education and professional development
• Coverage of professional association and licensing fees
• A collaborative, trust-based, and entrepreneurial culture
• A highly visible role working directly alongside executive leadership
• An in-office environment located in downtown Edmonton with flexibility and respect for life balance

CAREER PROGRESSION

This role offers significant opportunity for long-term career growth, expanded leadership exposure, and increasing strategic involvement as the organization continues to scale.

If you are looking for a role where you can contribute meaningfully, build strong relationships, help guide impactful development projects, and grow alongside a respected entrepreneurial organization, I invite you to apply.

Please send your resume, in confidence, to:

Cindy Nicholls Smith, CPC, MHCS
Principal | Avid Exec Ltd.
cindy@avidexec.com

CONFIDENTIALITY & INCLUSION

All information will be handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with privacy legislation. As part of pre-employment requirements, applicants may be asked to provide a satisfactory Police Security Check. Only applicants legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences. My client is committed to fostering a workplace where diversity is respected, inclusion is practiced, and every team member feels supported, valued, and empowered.

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My client is a privately held, highly respected real estate owner and developer with a long-standing presence and a portfolio that has been built with care, discipline, and a clear commitment to quality. Their reputation has been shaped not just by the assets they hold — but by how they operate, how they treat their tenants, and how they show up for their employees. There is a genuine sense of pride in the business, and an expectation that people contribute in a way that reflects that standard.

They are growing and are wanting to add a leader who can further strengthen outcomes across leasing and property management while contributing to the broader leadership of the organization.

This role reports directly to the President and plays a critical part in shaping both company performance and direction.

WHAT THIS ROLE REALLY IS

You are stepping into a role that has a direct impact on value creation.

You will lead a team of 10+ across leasing and property management — but more importantly, you will bring clarity, structure, and cohesion to a business that is active, growing, and continuously moving.

And importantly — you don’t sit above the leasing function. You stay close to it and are hands-on.

· Manage vacancy

· Leading deals and complex negotiations

·Structuring lease terms that managing company risk and fit performance objectives

· Supporting and guiding your team through nuance, risk, and opportunity

This is also a tenant-forward, high-touch organization.

WHERE YOU WILL SPEND YOUR TIME

· Leading, mentoring, and aligning a team across leasing and property management — ensuring renewals, build-outs, TI’s, and capital projects are well-executed, aligned with tenant expectations, and support long-term asset value

· Partnering closely with the President and executive team to ensure alignment across operations, leasing strategy, and long-term business objectives

· Remaining hands-on in leasing, stepping into high-value negotiations, renewals, and complex deal structures

· Working directly with brokers, prospective tenants, and sophisticated tenant representatives (including multi-national groups)

· Overseeing portfolio performance, including budgets, financials, and operational outcomes

· Driving leasing strategy — ensuring it aligns with both market conditions and long-term asset value

· Providing depth and guidance on leases, contracts, and agreements, ensuring risk is understood and well managed

· Navigating conflict, negotiation, and problem-solving situations with confidence and professionalism

· Reinforcing and elevating a high-touch tenant experience across the portfolio

· Strengthening collaboration across internal teams so that the business operates cohesively

BE REWARDED

The position requires you to be currently working at a leadership level, offering 10+ years combined leasing, property and people management. Post secondary eduction or equivalent is desired. This role offers an in-depth six-figure compensation package.

If you are interested in having a confidential exploratory conversation or start the process towards your application, please reach out, in confidence, to Cindy Nicholls Smith, CPC, MHCS, Principal, at cindy@avidexec.com or send me a message via LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/avidexec

CONFIDENTIALITY & INCLUSION

All information will be handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with privacy legislation. As part of pre-employment requirements, applicants may be asked to provide a satisfactory Police Security Check or other verifications. Only applicants legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences. My client is committed to fostering a workplace where diversity is respected, inclusion is practiced, and every team member feels supported, valued, and empowered.

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This is a big job. Not because of the title—but because of the responsibility. You’ll lead a 25+ person department. Dozens of buildings.  Thousands of daily moments that either go right… or don’t. And when they don’t? It lands with you.

This isn’t about “overseeing maintenance.” This is about understanding that this function quietly defines the tenant experience for the company—and leading it accordingly.

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

You sit at the intersection of people, process, asset performance, and tenant experience.

You lead maintenance across a significant and growing multi-family portfolio—bringing structure, consistency, and elevated standards to how work gets done. With ongoing acquisitions, active new development, and continued portfolio expansion, this role is critical in ensuring the maintenance function scales effectively alongside that growth.

You also sit at the leadership table, reporting into the CEO and collaborating with peer leaders to shape operational strategy, capital planning, and long-term asset performance.

This is your opportunity to build, scale, and future-proof a maintenance program—not just maintain what exists.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

You take ownership of a complex and evolving maintenance function, including leading a large, layered team (3 Direct Reports / 25+ staff). You will also lead Maintenance Team Leads and a Project Manager, with broader team structures beneath, creating alignment, accountability, and recognition across a diverse group (technicians, operators, cleaning, seasonal teams).

• Elevating the Maintenance Program

Design, implement, and continuously improve preventative and predictive maintenance programs aligned with asset lifecycle planning.

Establish consistent standards, procedures, and performance metrics across the portfolio.

Ensure compliance with building codes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Driving Operational Excellence & Performance Metrics

Oversee KPIs including response times, turn timelines, vendor performance, and budget adherence.

Ensure timely, high-quality service delivery to tenants.

Embed a strong customer service mindset across your team.

Build systems, data, and reporting that support decision-making and performance tracking.

• Overseeing Capital & Improvement Programs

Provide executive oversight on capital projects – small-scale upgrades to large redevelopment.

Support capital planning, budgeting, and long-term asset strategy (including 5–10 year forecasting).

External contractors and vendors, including RFQs, bid reviews, and contract negotiations.

Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and aligned with ownership objectives.

• Collaborating Cross-Functionally

Sit on the leadership group and participate as a value-add partner.

Work closely with Portfolio Managers to align budgets, priorities, and execution.

Contribute meaningfully to operational, financial, and strategic discussions.

• Supporting Development, Handover & Asset Stabilization

Act as the bridge between construction and property management during new developments.

Oversee building handover, deficiency management, warranty tracking, and system integration.

Ensure newly constructed assets transition into stable, efficient operations.

• Financial Oversight & Asset Preservation

Manage maintenance budgets, capital allocation, and cost control.

Analyze lifecycle data to inform capital decisions and long-term planning.

Identify efficiencies, vendor optimization opportunities, and operational improvements.

YOUR VALUE PROPOSITION

This role requires more than technical capability. It requires presence, judgement, and balance.

• You have led maintenance or operations across multi-site residential or comparable portfolios

• You lead with a “we” mentality—confident, without ego

• You know how to lead through others, while staying connected to what’s happening on the ground

• You bring strong emotional intelligence—you read the room, navigate nuance, and build trust

• You influence across all levels of the organization, aligning people, priorities, and outcomes

• You are a critical thinker and problem solver who can manage complexity without creating noise

• You understand compliance, safety standards, and risk management frameworks

• You can manage budgets, capital programs, and long-term asset planning

• You are nimble and adaptable, comfortable in an environment that is scaling and evolving

• You understand that this work directly impacts how people live—and you lead with that in mind

THE ENVIRONMENT

You are joining a privately owned, legacy real estate organization that has been operating with integrity for decades. This is a company that believes in responsible development, strong communities, and long-term ownership—not short-term wins. They develop, acquire, and operate their own assets—bringing a high level of care, accountability, and pride to everything they do.

As a result of recent growth, the organization is in a period of positive change and evolution. This role is critical and will play a key part in building more structure, more sophistication, and stronger operational leadership across the maintenance function and broader portfolio.

This is a role where you can:

• Influence and elevate a critical operational function

• Be part of a company grounded in integrity, community, and long-term thinking

• Work within a collaborative, leadership-oriented environment

• Step into a position with real impact, visibility, and complexity

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• 8–10+ years of progressive experience in maintenance, facilities, or building operations leadership.

• Proven experience leading multi-site residential or comparable portfolios.

• Demonstrated success leading a robust, diverse, and layered team, driving performance through both direct and indirect reports.

• Strong understanding of building systems (HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing).

• Experience overseeing capital projects, vendor procurement, and contract management.

• Knowledge of building codes, health & safety regulations, and compliance requirements.

• Financial acumen with experience managing operating and capital budgets.

• Experience working within or alongside development and construction teams is considered a strong asset.

• Proficiency in maintenance management systems and operational reporting tools.

• Relevant technical certification, trade background, or post-secondary education is considered an asset.

BE REWARDED

You will be offered a strong six-figure compensation package, reflective of the scope, impact, and leadership required.


READY TO EXPLORE?

If this feels aligned, you can explore this opportunity in confidence by reaching out directly: Cindy Nicholls Smith, CPC, MHCS at cindy@avidexec.com or connect via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avidexec

CONFIDENTIALITY & INCLUSION

All information will be handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with privacy legislation. As part of pre-employment requirements, you may be asked to provide a satisfactory Police Security Check or other verifications.

Only applicants who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences. My client is committed to fostering a workplace where diversity is respected, inclusion is practiced, and every team member feels supported, valued, and empowered.

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Rethink Where You’re Building Your Success

You’ve built a career in commercial real estate because you love the challenge — the relationships, the strategy, and the satisfaction of getting deals done. But even with talent and drive, it’s possible to feel constrained: limited by structure, culture, or compensation that doesn’t reflect your value.

Imagine working within a brokerage that recognizes potential, rewards performance, and gives you the space to operate at your best.

The Opportunity

My client — a respected, independent commercial real estate brokerage — is seeking motivated professionals at the junior, mid, or senior level who are ready to elevate their business in an environment built on trust, autonomy, and results.

The firm offers an 80/20 commission split, remote work option and practical infrastructure including marketing, legal, accounting, and basic signage and support. You’ll have the flexibility that enables you to perform at your highest level while maintaining balance in your life.

The Environment

This brokerage has deliberately cultivated a transparent, collegial, and low-drama culture where collaboration and professionalism thrive. The team is close-knit but not cliquish; supportive without being controlling.

At its core is a charismatic, approachable leader — someone who has built a reputation for generosity, mentorship, and integrity. The tone is confident yet humble; success is shared, and contribution is recognized.

What You’ll Find Here

• A structure that rewards output and effort, not politics.
• Freedom to define your approach — backed by resources that make execution easier.
• Genuine leadership support and mentorship without micromanagement.
• A collaborative team dynamic that values good energy and strong ethics.
• Flexibility to design your work environment and rhythm.

What You Bring

• A valid RECA license and experience in any commercial real estate discipline — office, industrial, investment, or multifamily.
• A genuine desire to build or scale your business with focus and integrity.
• Resourcefulness, curiosity, and resilience.
• The motivation to reach your full potential in an environment that rewards both effort and attitude.

If you’ve been considering a change — not because you’ve lost passion for the industry, but because you want the right platform to perform — this is worth exploring.

To learn more or start a confidential conversation, please contact Cindy Nicholls Smith, Principal, AVID EXEC LTD at cindy@avidexec.com.

Confidentiality & Inclusion

We recognize the discretion required when exploring a move. All inquiries will remain strictly confidential.My client is committed to cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can succeed on merit, authenticity, and purpose.

Only candidates legally able to work in Canada and holding a valid RECA license will be considered. AVID EXEC appreciates all interest and will retain qualified profiles for future opportunities.

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Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey with a growth-minded entrepreneurial commercial real estate company? Our client, a privately owned and highly respected owner/developer, is seeking a dynamic Senior Owners Representative to join their engaged team located in their Edmonton (Alberta) based corporate head office.

Unlock Your Potential   In this role you will have the opportunity to showcase your high level emotional intelligence by collaborating on a range of commercial based projects, playing a pivotal role in representing various stakeholders by managing project expectations and outcomes related to owner and tenant obligations (as per lease).  Beyond this you will act a valued team member, having specific projects oversight responsibilities for schedule management, communication, problem solving, and budget/cost control. Having developed a transformative and vibrant work environment, your new position offers team engagement, autonomy, trust and a clear path to further competency and career building.

Your Responsibilities Reporting to the Director, you will lead and act as a valuable pivot in the new development, capital and tenant improvement (TI) projects area, working with internal construction/development teams and external vendors. You will have the ability to “fly” and authentically be encouraged to take charge in creating stakeholder success. Your role will call upon your exposure to contracts, leasing, capital & TI projects, construction and development,   tenant and owner relations, design, vendor management, budgeting and cost control management, and relationship management. Your professionalism, high-level tenant engagement, interpersonal and communication dexterity, along with the ability to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary and high-performing professionals are essential to your success.

Embrace Our Unique Culture    Your new company owns and develops exceptional properties in Western Canada (namely Edmonton and Calgary areas). You thrive in a forward-thinking and client-centric company that champions a non-hierarchical, friendly culture – one that prioritizes mutual trust and employee well-being while consistently delivering outstanding results. This is a company who takes pride in its esteemed brand and reputation and they are dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service that consistently exceeds expectations. They don’t expect anyone to know it all, but they do support idea generation, growth and accountability. As the newest member of their team, you will be an important ambassador who will have the opportunity to contribute to their evolving legacy.

Your Talent    Your business acumen, attention to detail and ability to work with urgency make a great fit for the Senior Owners Rep role. You have a keen dexterity for synthesizing information and delivering clear and concise reporting. Current and past team members/peers have praised your active listening, solution-oriented and no-surprises approach. You operate from a place of “WE” versus an “I”, applying collaborative and strong critical thinking in proactively tackling unexpected challenges.  Undertaking a rational and practical mindset, you consistently achieve positive make-sense and quality based outcomes that meet the expectations of all stakeholders. The heart of who you are is based on your inherent capacity for developing authentic and transparent relationships. As such, you have garnered a great reputation and wide ranging network in the industry.

Are You the One We’re Looking For?   You possess outstanding communication skills accompanied by strong self-motivation and self-reliance.  Boasting a solid exposure in commercial real estate and/or commercial construction, you have played a significant role in construction and design project management teams, owner reporting, representing and managing tenant expectations, and understanding contractual and lease obligations.  Most importantly you have political acumen and a forward thinking attitude that allows you to step into the uncomfortable and manage potential conflict well.

Be Rewarded    This is a fantastic opportunity that requires a multi-talented professional who likes working with a happy and vibrant team. My client will offer the right candidate a good compensation packages that ranges into the six-figures, including an attractive salary, bonus, car allowance, benefits, ongoing education and development opportunities, coverage of association and license fees, paid parking, schedule and life flexibility and so much more. Please note that this role offers you an in-office experience.

Career Progression   This role has the opportunity for further growth, elevation and work joy. If you are enthusiastic about taking your career to the next level, we encourage you to apply now. Please send your resume, in confidence, to Cindy Nicholls Smith, CPC, MHCS, Principal, at cindy@avidexec.com or use the applicant process provided on this site.

All information shared will be handled with the utmost confidentiality, in accordance with applicable standards and laws. As part of the Pre-employment Requirements, you will need to provide a Police Security Check that is met with satisfaction by the company. My client is committed to cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can succeed on merit, authenticity, and purpose. Priority will be given to candidates who currently live in Edmonton/Area. Only those candidates who are legally able to work in Canada will be considered.

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Lead With Influence. Build With Purpose. Elevate Your Impact.

Are you ready to step into a strategic leadership role within a growth-minded, entrepreneurial commercial real estate organization? My client, a privately owned and highly respected owner/developer, is seeking a Director, Client Success, who is a relationship-driven, process-focused leader who will oversee high-value tenant development and construction projects across a growing portfolio.

Reporting directly to the President and collaborating with company leaders and multi-disciplinary team, this position sits at the crossroads of executive strategy, project delivery, team leadership, and stakeholder management. It is ideal for a professional who thrives where big-picture thinking meets operational excellence – where communication, accountability, and meaningful collaboration are paramount.

Unlock Your Leadership Potential

As Director, Client Success, you will lead and grow a high-performing team, strengthening the owner’s representative function and ensuring major development and TI projects are delivered with clarity, alignment, and integrity.

You will guide project execution across Alberta and Saskatchewan, work closely with internal and external partners, elevate communication standards, and drive improvements that support project workflows. Your leadership will directly influence how well the organization delivers its tenant driven project commitments and its brand.

Your Responsibilities

·  Serve as the primary point of contact for executive leadership, delivering concise updates on project progress, risks, milestones, and key decisions
·  Collaborate with leadership and management teams to support and advance the company’s strategic priorities
·  Develop and implement strategies that strengthen project execution, stakeholder engagement, and overall team performance
· Oversee all capital, development, and TI projects, ensuring alignment with budgets, timelines, scopes, and quality expectations
·  Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues, manage escalations, and ensure a positive, seamless tenant experience
·Lead people-management activities—including hiring, mentorship, training, coaching, and performance management—for the Client Success Team
·  Build and inspire a high-performing team culture grounded in accountability, growth, and strong collaboration
· Continuously improve programs, processes, and systems to enhance consistency, efficiency, and project outcomes
·  Partner with Finance and Accounting to support accurate budgeting, forecasting, and financial monitoring
· Drive accountability by ensuring KPIs, performance metrics, and service standards are met across the team
·  Deliver clear, succinct written and verbal reporting that highlights major risks, change orders, variances, challenges, and recommended solutions
· Foster cross-department communication and alignment to support smooth project flow and organizational cohesioN
• Bring a sense of humour, positivity, and creative recognition to the team—celebrating wins, supporting morale, and fostering an environment where people feel valued for their work
• Perform additional leadership responsibilities as required in a dynamic and growing environment

Embrace a Distinctive Culture Where People Come First

You will thrive here if you appreciate:

• A non-hierarchical, entrepreneurial environment where initiative and ownership matter
• A culture built on mutual trust, respect, humility, and transparency
• A workplace known for happiness, engagement, and low turnover
• Leaders who support autonomy, integrity, and continuous growth
• A team environment that blends camaraderie, collaboration, accountability, and high performance

You will be a highly visible ambassador of the organization’s values and a key contributor to its evolving legacy.

Your Talent & Leadership Strengths

The ideal candidate brings:

•5+ years of leadership-level experience in an Owner’s Rep, development, or construction project management role
• 2+ years of people-management experience (or clear leadership trajectory)
• Strong business and commercial acumen with grounding in development, the complexity of commercial assets, construction, and TI lifecycles—ideally within mixed commercial and light industrial environments
• A demonstrated ability to build, grow, and sustain strong relationships across diverse groups
•Objectivity and professionalism when navigating inquiries, challenges, and escalations
• A strong sense of urgency and the ability to manage shifting priorities in a dynamic business environment
• High-level analytical, strategic, and problem-solving capabilities
• Exceptional communication and organizational strengths, including confidence in delivering messaging to groups
• The ability to inspire, influence, and foster a positive, accountable, and cohesive team culture
• Familiarity with Yardi and Construction Manager (preferred but not required)

Be Rewarded

This senior opportunity offers meaningful leadership responsibility, impactful work, and long-term career advancement. My client provides a competitive six-figure compensation package that includes:

• Attractive salary + performance bonus
• Car allowance
• Comprehensive benefits
• Funding for ongoing education and professional development
• Coverage of association and licensing fees
• Paid parking
• A vibrant, collaborative, trust-based work environment
•An in-office leadership role (downtown Edmonton) with flexible daily and life-scheduling opportunities

Career Progression

This role offers clear pathways for career elevation ad progression. If you’re ready to take the next step in your leadership career, I invite you to apply. Please send your resume, in confidence, to: Cindy Nicholls Smith, CPC, MHCS, Principal, at cindy@avidexec.com.

CONFIDENTIALITY & INCLUSION

All information will be handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with privacy legislation. As part of pre-employment requirements, applicants may be asked to provide a satisfactory Police Security Check. Only applicants legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences. My client is committed to fostering a workplace where diversity is respected, inclusion is practiced, and every team member feels supported, valued, and empowered.

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APPLYING YOUR BROAD CRE LEADERSHIP CAPACITY TO CREATE IMPACT

My client is a privately held, multi-entity commercial real estate and investment organization with a long-standing presence  in the CRE industry. Operating at the intersection of commercial and multifamily assets, development and mortgage investment, the organization is known for disciplined execution, entrepreneurial thinking, and relationship-driven success.

The creation of the Managing Director position, based in the company’s Edmonton headquarters, marks a pivotal step in the organization’s next phase of growth. The business has reached a stage where financial discipline, operational excellence, and people leadership must be better integrated to support sustained performance and long-term value creation.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is a partner-led organization — successful, entrepreneurial, and values-aligned.

United by long-term intent, the ownership group recognizes that continued growth requires greater centralization of direction, pace, resources, and priorities, while carefully balancing timing, execution, capital, assets, and people.

In this context, the Managing Director becomes the organization’s integrative force — aligning strategy with execution, resources and people. Serving as the company’s financial and operational anchor across a diverse commercial real estate platform, you will act as a hands-on, visible and trusted presence within the organization, guiding teams with clarity, credibility and purpose.

WHO THRIVES IN THIS ROLE

You are a financially formidable, operationally fluent, and emotionally intelligent leader who understands that sustainable performance underpins long-term profitability and growth.

You are someone who:

• Brings senior level and deep financial acumen and commercial real estate judgment, paired with the ability to translate strategy, capital decisions and financial insight into practical, on-the-ground and operational execution.
• Has progressed and expanded beyond a finance into other strategic facets of company areas, including operations, organizational planning and people management.
• Is comfortable navigating complexity, ambiguity, and changing priorities — offering exposure  within partner-led or multi-executive, entrepreneurial environments — while maintaining clarity, composure, and forward momentum.
• Leads people with authenticity and intention, offering clear communication, providing context and direction, and creating an environment of accountability, trust, and psychological safety that champions growth and progress.
• Values well-designed systems, processes, and operating frameworks as foundational enablers of quality outcomes, consistency, and scalable growth.
• Balances decisiveness with empathy, recognizing when alignment, conversation, and influence are required before action.
• Is motivated by stewardship, long-term value creation, and the opportunity to build an organization that performs well because it is well-led.
• Leads decisively, addresses conflict constructively, and manages risk with insight — even when decisions are difficult or unpopular.
• Champions the company’s people, brand, and public presence through clear communication, diverse marketing efforts and consistent values-based behaviors.

You are not seeking a title or a platform for visibility. Rather you want to apply your special brand of purposefulness to help a company scale well. As such, you are seeking a role where your full capacity will be well utilized and respected.

What You Offer

You offer a significant  leadership and foundation in finance and operations within commercial real estate or similarly complex, asset-intensive environments is essential. Along with this you possess CFA or CA certification, a post secondary business related education, an MBA or other education or equivalent progressive CRE leadership experience.

Equally important is how you lead.

• You exercise sound judgment and emotional maturity.
• You collaborate naturally across ownership, leadership, and teams — building trust, credibility, and shared understanding.
• You are skilled at building and influencing consensus, particularly in environments where alignment must be earned rather than mandated.
• You bring structure and discipline to decision-making.
• Once decisions are made, you plan and execute with consistency — acting with accountability and understanding resource allocation and people impact.
• You understand that leadership is not only about ROI outcomes, but about how those outcomes are achieved and sustained.
• You offer a resourceful, high sense of curiosity and an authentic approach to your leadership approach.

Be Rewarded

This role offers an in-depth six-figure compensation package, inclusive of equity.

If you are interested in having a confidential exploratory conversation or start the process towards your application, please reach out, in confidence, to Cindy Nicholls Smith, CPC, MHCS, Principal, at cindy@avidexec.com .

CONFIDENTIALITY & INCLUSION

All information will be handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with privacy legislation. As part of pre-employment requirements, applicants may be asked to provide a satisfactory Police Security Check or other verifications. Only applicants legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences. My client is committed to fostering a workplace where diversity is respected, inclusion is practiced, and every team member feels supported, valued, and empowered.

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Where Practical Meets Purpose | Where Leadership Means More

You’re not just looking for a job change – you’re seeking a role where your talent for orchestrating people, processes, and progress can truly thrive. You love to bring clarity to complexity. You think in systems, operate with heart, and thrive when your work has a meaningful ripple effect. Welcome to a leadership opportunity where how my corporate services client operates matters just as much as what they deliver.

The Position | This isn’t about keeping the trains running on time – this is about making sure they are on the right track, the ride is smooth, and every passenger knows where they’re heading.

As the Director of Operations, you’ll play a central role in elevating how we work across people, process, and performance. You’ll help my client stay grounded in execution while ensuring the organization is humming with healthy, sustainable energy. While you won’t be leading financial strategy, your ability to read and interpret financial reports will allow you to steer resources wisely and support smart decisions.

You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with the Executive Team, serving as the glue that holds cross-functional goals together and the engine that drives them forward. From optimizing day-to-day systems and ensuring resource alignment to elevating how we hire, onboard, and engage talent – this is a role for someone who makes things better without ever losing sight of the people doing the work.

Your 1st Year | Those first few months are always crazy as you acquaint yourself with your new environment. However, you can expect your first year to be quite rewarding. You will focus on building strong, trust-filled relationships; streamlining and strengthening operational practices across systems, people, and performance; supporting the cohesion of a shared leadership model. You’ll lead initiatives that elevate recruitment and hiring, onboarding, and talent engagement – always with a lens toward sustainability, alignment, and impact. You’ll navigate operations with a strategic mindset and a hands-on approach, rolling up your sleeves when delving into operational efforts and projects, including people management, technology advancement, ongoing marketing initiatives and client satisfaction, all while always keeping an eye on the big picture. You definitely won’t be bored!

Who You Are | You’re the kind of leader who listens with intention, acts with integrity, and brings out the best in people. You use data and experience to drive decisions, seek and give feedback with kind openness, and possess the know how to build momentum through collaboration. Whether managing vendors, implementing new systems, or facilitating honest conversations, you’re committed to excellence without ego. You value clarity over complexity, celebrate shared wins, and hold the pulse of the organization with care and attention. You lead not with positional power but with influence, intuition, and a deeply rooted sense of purpose. If this sounds like your kind of leadership, we would love to meet you.

Expectations | For applying your value proposition to this organization, my client is ready to offer you a six figure salary, bonus, superb healthcare benefits, company-paid underground parking, flexibility, vacation, education/fee coverage, community volunteering involvement time, and other perks that contribute to your work joy. In turn, they will leverage on your progressive experience in business operations, including participation in senior leadership meetings, management of cross-functional teams, streamlining processes, and driving organizational efficiency. Proficiency in reading financial reports, creating and overseeing operations budgets and offering an exposure to technology, HR and marketing is very valuable. Strong analytical skills, critical thinking, planning and execution capabilities, and exceptional communication are vital for aligning with this organization. Finally, a commitment to people management, optimization and continuous improvement will position you well to effectively lead and innovate within this dynamic corporate services environments.

Exploration | Rather than sending your resume, reach out and let me know that there is interest in this role. Then we can set up a confidential and informal time to chat. I can share my insights about the role and you can tell me more about yourself. At that time, I can also share the Leadership Opportunity Profile. If we are both on the same page after that discussion, we can then move to the more formal processes of this search. If so, feel free to reach out to me at cindy@avidexec.com, Principal, AVID EXEC or via Linked In messenger. I look forward to exploring this position with you.

You Should Know | The selected candidate may be asked to satisfactorily meet the pre-employment conditions: Enhanced EPS Information Check or Enhanced RCMP Criminal Record Check, Child Intervention Record Check, Education Confirmation and a Soft Credit Check/Credit Score (this role has direct access to the firm’s finances and accounts). Strong consideration will be given to those candidates who currently reside in the Edmonton area (no relocation offered) and who possess Canadian residency or citizenship. My client is very committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply. All information provided is kept in the strictest of confidence, in keeping with all applicable legislation.

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You can always tell the difference…

Between someone who is simply doing the job and someone who is engaged in building a career and reputation.

Someone who catches what may others miss.
Who keeps things moving by becoming a partner in the workflow.
Who understands that when the details are handled well — the entire operation runs better.

If you’re building your career in Property Management and you take pride in being a great Property Administrator … this may be a place where you get seen and supported — ensuring you have a bright future.

The Opportunity

My client, a highly respected and privately owned commercial real estate company, is looking to add a Property Administrator (South Central Edmonton) to their team.

This is a role for someone in the junior to mid stage of their career who wants more than repetition — someone who wants to understand how a real estate business truly functions.

With a diverse and actively managed portfolio across retail, industrial, and office assets, you’ll gain exposure that goes well beyond administrative support. You’ll see how decisions are made, how assets are managed, and how value is created over time.

This is a company that continues to evolve — developing, acquiring, and improving assets — and they need people who are motivated to grow alongside that.

In short — this is a career-elevating opportunity with an exemplary privately held real estate company.

What You’ll Be Doing (and Growing Into)

Supporting the day-to-day operations of a commercial portfolio with accuracy and follow-through by acting as a valuable pivot and communication centre.

Building a strong, trusted partnership with your Property Manager — becoming someone they rely on for critical thinking, high attention to detail, and effective communication.

Coordinating across tenants, property managers, operations, accounting and other internal teams to keep things aligned.

Assisting with financial administration, documentation, and critical date tracking.

Preparing tenant communications and contributing to a high standard of service.

Supporting budgeting, reporting, and general financial administrati…

Maintaining integrity of systems and data (exposure to Yardi is considered an asset).

Assisting with administration of new acquisitions.

Gaining exposure to the broader business — not just the tasks, but the “why” behind them.

Being set up for what’s next — with opportunity for advancement, ongoing learning, and industry-based education that supports your progression toward becoming a Property Manager.

Your Talent … Here’s What You Offer

·       Organized, detail focused and reliable — people trust your work

·       Ability to think ahead and bring a level of critical thinking

·       Ownership and follow things through

·       Curious with a desire to understand how things connect

·       Strong communication and relationship building

·       Comfortable accountability culture

·       Emotional intelligence, you navigate people and situations well

·       You like setting up processes and efficiencies

·       Can maneuver with technology — ideally Yardi and Excel

·       You accept and give feedback constructively

The Environment

This is an in-office environment — because collaboration, learning and relationships matter. The culture is built on accountability and mutual trust. They are professional without ego, collaborative without noise. They have been operating for over 30 years, with a strong reputation for quality, ethical practices and a genuinely positive employee experience. They are busy, evolving and continuously improving — and, most importantly, they take pride in what they’ve built and how they operate.

Be Rewarded

Competitive compensation aligned with experience, including company provided parking beyond other perks.

Support to obtain further industry specific education and training and related association participation.

Exposure to a high-quality mentorship and growing portfolio.

Real opportunity to learn and expand your scope.

A team that values contribution and invests in people who show initiative.

Ready to Explore?

If you’re looking for a role where your contribution really matters — not just your output — I’d welcome a confidential exploratory conversation.

Feel free to reach out directly to me at, Cindy Nicholls Smith, CPC, MHCS, Principal, Avid Exec at cindy@avidexec.com or through Linked In messaging.

CONFIDENTIALITY & INCLUSION

All inquiries will be handled with the utmost discretion, adhering to all standards and laws.

My client is committed to building an inclusive and respectful workplace. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada and currently reside in Edmonton and area.

Satisfactorily meeting pre-employment efforts may be required as part of the hiring effort.

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This isn’t a “keep the lights on and collect the rent” kind of role.

This is a trusted steward, strategic thinker and relationship-driven leader position — overseeing a high-value and privately owned commercial portfolio that blends retail, office and mixed use assets (in and outside of Edmonton).

My client, a long-standing, respected, privately owned real estate company, is seeking a Commercial Senior Property Manager (Edmonton, AB) who doesn’t just manage buildings — but elevates performance, strengthens tenant relationships, and brings clarity, intention, and pride to the portfolio.

If you’re the kind of professional who sees buildings as living ecosystems — and tenants as long-term partners — this might feel like home.

WHAT THIS ROLE FEELS LIKE

You will be the lead guardian of a diverse commercial portfolio, ensuring operational excellence, financial performance and a positive tenant experience across all assets. You’ll balance strategic oversight with hands-on involvement, supported by a collaborative environment that values autonomy, accountability and thoughtful decision-making.

This role offers the opportunity to bring both structure and heart to property management — while having the authority to influence process, strengthen systems and shape the future of the portfolio.

YOUR TALENT

• Progressive experience in commercial property management (office and retail exposure strongly preferred)

• A confident understanding of contracts, budgeting, forecasting, CAM reconciliations and operational reporting

• Strong vendor and contractor relationship management capabilities

• Natural leadership presence grounded in integrity, reliability and emotional intelligence

• Calm, steady communication style with the ability to manage complex tenant dynamics

• A proactive mindset — you anticipate issues before they escalate

• Strong organizational dexterity with a keen eye for detail and accuracy

• A sense of ownership and pride in the environments you manage

• The ability to thoughtfully partner with and support operators, while confidently delegating to and working alongside a shared assistant to ensure smooth workflow, clear communication and operational continuity

• A well-rounded comprehension of risk management, including security oversight and the evolving role of technology and building system advancements

• A strong pulse on lease renewals, tenant expansion opportunities, contraction considerations, and evolving space needs — with an eye toward strategic retention and portfolio optimization

WHAT LIGHTS YOU UP

• Creating smooth operations and well-run buildings

• Building relational trust with tenants and internal stakeholders

• Improving systems and efficiencies

• Mentoring and guiding team members

• Working within a privately owned portfolio where decisions are agile and grounded

• Bringing an entrepreneurial mindset to your work — one that is energized by portfolio growth, innovation and the pursuit of best-in-class property management practices

• Authentically contributing to and strengthening the brand of your company, with the understanding that your professional presence — both in person and through indirect channels such as social media — plays an influential role in shaping its reputation and enduring legacy

THE ENVIRONMENT

This is a professional, relationship-centered and engaged workplace where accountability and autonomy coexist. People are trusted to lead, make decision  and take ownership — while understanding the nuance required when operating within a privately owned organization where decisions are often personal, layered and strategically intentional.

Initiative is encouraged. Relationships matter. Excellence is quietly expected. Here, your judgment, discretion and professional maturity are valued.

WHY CONSIDER THIS OPPORTUNITY

• Influence and autonomy within a stable, privately owned portfolio

• Opportunity to make a lasting operational and cultural impact

• Competitive compensation aligned with experience

• A role that values emotional intelligence as much as expertise

• Long-term growth and meaningful professional fulfilment

A THOUGHTFUL INVITATION

If you’ve been considering a change — not because you’ve lost passion for the industry, but because you want the right platform to perform — this is worth exploring.

To learn more or start a confidential conversation, please contact Cindy Nicholls Smith, Principal, AVID EXEC LTD, at cindy@avidexec.com.

CONFIDENTIALITY & INCLUSION

We recognize the discretion required when exploring a move. All inquiries will remain strictly confidential. My client is committed to cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can succeed on merit, authenticity, and purpose. Only candidates legally able to work in Canada will be considered. AVID EXEC appreciates all interest and will retain qualified profiles for future opportunities.

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Full Cycle | Multi-Company | People-First Culture

This isn’t just an accounting role. It’s an opportunity to own the financial rhythm of four interrelated companies within a small and growing entrepreneurial organization where culture and a happy environment actually matter.

YOU ENJOY

·       Owning a supportive stand-alone full-cycle accounting with confidence and independence

·       Understanding and managing financial flow across interrelated entities using Quickbooks

·       Identifying discrepancies early and resolving them proactively

·       Closing month-end accurately and on time — consistently

·       Working collaboratively with external public accounting partner

·       Delivering reporting that supports informed, strategic decision-making

·       Operating with autonomy and accountability — without micromanagement

·       Being trusted, recognized, and valued for the quality of your work

WHAT YOU WILL OWN

You will oversee full-cycle accounting across four operating companies, including:

·       GST filings

·       Bank reconciliations

·       Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

·       Invoicing

·       Intercompany transactions

·       Project-driven accounting

·       Month-end close

·       Financial reporting

·       Payroll administration

·       Coordination with the external public accounting firm

You will report directly to the President — a magnanimous, supportive leader who believes in empowering capable people and rewarding strong performance.  You will also collaborate cross-functionally, ensuring financial clarity supports operational success across the organization.

WHY THIS ROLE IS DIFFERENT

You won’t be buried in bureaucracy.

You’ll work with a supportive President who values initiative, ideas and quality execution. You’ll be trusted to manage your function with professionalism and independence — while ensuring monthly accounting activities are completed with quality, timeliness, and precision.

If you’re looking for:

·       Stability without stagnation

·       Accountability without micromanagement

·       A healthy, happy culture

·       A place where your ideas and talent are recognized

This could be the job for you!

SETTING YOU UP FOR SUCCESS

·       Post-secondary diploma or degree in Accounting (no designation required)

·       QuickBooks Certification (or strong advanced proficiency)

·       5+ years of proven full-cycle accounting experience

·       Experience in commercial real estate, construction, project-based, or multi-entity environments (strong asset)

·       Solid understanding of intercompany financial flow

·       Strong attention to detail, organization and high personal accountability

·       Ability to work independently, manage timelines, ask questions and meet monthly deliverables with consistency

·       You take pride in accuracy.

·       You understand timing.

·       You see accounting as the operational backbone of a business — not just a task list.

COMPENSATION & NEXT STEPS

This opportunity offers a competitive salary, annual performance-based bonus, comprehensive benefits commencing upon hire, and parking. Exceptional performance is recognized — with genuine opportunity for increased earning potential, expanded scope, and career progression over time.

Beyond compensation, this role offers meaningful career elevation and true work joy within a supportive entrepreneurial environment.

If you are ready to take your career to the next level, we invite you to apply in confidence.

Please forward your résumé directly to:  Cindy Nicholls Smith, CPC, MHCS, Principal, cindy@avidexec.com

All applications will be handled with the utmost discretion and confidentiality in accordance with applicable standards and legislation

As a condition of employment, the successful candidate may be required to provide a Police Security Check satisfactory to the company.  Our client is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where individuals succeed on merit, authenticity, and purpose. Priority will be given to candidates currently residing in the Edmonton area. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

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This isn’t a “just keep the units full” kind of role.

This is a steady hand, relationship custodian, and operational strategist position — overseeing a thoughtfully maintained portfolio of 400–500 residential doors across a blend of established and newer buildings throughout the Edmonton metropolitan area.

My client, a long-standing, respected, privately owned real estate company, is seeking a licensed Residential Senior Part-Time Property Manager (Edmonton, AB) who brings both professionalism and humanity to the resident experience — ensuring the portfolio continues to feel stable, well cared for and intentionally managed.

If you believe residential buildings are more than bricks and mortar — that they are communities, homes, and lived experiences — this role will resonate.

WHAT THIS ROLE FEELS LIKE

You will provide senior-level oversight and guidance for a diverse residential portfolio, ensuring consistent operational performance, tenant satisfaction, and property integrity. Balancing strategic oversight with practical involvement, you will support on-site teams, guide processes and ensure the portfolio maintains its reputation for being well run, responsive and professionally cared for.

This is a part-time role designed for an experienced residential professional who brings discernment, confidence and quiet leadership — someone who knows when to step in and when to appropriately delegate.

YOU BRING

• Progressive experience in residential property management overseeing multi-unit portfolios 
• A confident understanding of residential leases, tenancy regulations, budgeting and reporting 
• Experience managing or supporting portfolios of scale (ideally 300+ doors) 
• Strong knowledge of Alberta residential tenancy legislation and compliance practices 
• Calm, balanced leadership presence that instills trust and stability 
• A proactive and solutions-oriented approach to resident concerns and conflict resolution 
• Strong organizational and time management capabilities with the ability to prioritize effectively 
• A natural ability to balance resident care with owner priorities and asset protection 
• The ability to provide guidance and oversight to on-site teams, while working collaboratively with accounting and administrative support functions 
• A well-rounded comprehension of risk management, safety practices and evolving residential building technologies 
• A consistent pulse on vacancy trends, resident retention, turnover strategies and leasing optimization 

WHAT LIGHTS YOU UP

• Creating well-functioning residential communities 
• Supporting residents with professionalism, empathy and clarity 
• Ensuring buildings feel cared for, respected and well-maintained 
• Strengthening operational systems and workflows 
• Guiding and mentoring on-site staff 
• Working within a privately owned portfolio where decisions are agile and values-driven 
• Bringing an entrepreneurial mindset to your work — one that values efficiency, stability and continuous improvement 
• Authentically contributing to and strengthening the brand of your company, with the understanding that your professional presence — both in person and through indirect channels such as social media — plays an influential role in shaping its reputation and enduring legacy 

THE ENVIRONMENT

This is a professional, relationship-centered workplace where accountability and autonomy coexist. You will be trusted to operate with maturity, discretion and self-direction, while navigating the nuance that comes with supporting a privately owned residential portfolio.

Input is valued. Insight is welcomed. Excellence is expected — calmly and consistently.

WHY CONSIDER THIS OPPORTUNITY

• A meaningful part-time role with senior-level responsibility 
• Flexible schedule setting
• Oversight of a well-managed, stable residential portfolio 
• Opportunity to influence systems, resident experience, and operational consistency 
• A work environment grounded in trust, respect and professionalism 
• Competitive compensation aligned with experience and scope 

A THOUGHTFUL INVITATION

If you’ve been seeking a role that offers balance, autonomy, and the opportunity to apply your experience in a more intentional way — without sacrificing impact — this is worth exploring.

To learn more or start a confidential conversation, please contact: Cindy Nicholls Smith, Principal, AVID EXEC LTD, cindy@avidexec.com.

CONFIDENTIALITY & INCLUSION

We recognize the discretion required when exploring a move. All inquiries will remain strictly confidential.
My client is committed to cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can succeed on merit, authenticity, and purpose.

Only candidates legally able to work in Canada will be considered. AVID EXEC appreciates all interest and will retain qualified profiles for future opportunities.

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Are you a real estate property professional seeking a role where your knowhow and profile can drive tangible impact?

My client, a forward-thinking and transformational real estate and development company, is looking for a Real Estate Manager to oversee the property management efforts. They own and operate a portfolio of commercial assets that spans across Alberta’s secondary and tertiary markets. Reporting to the President, this position offers you the opportunity to be a hands-on and developing leader ensuring operational excellence, senior administration, financial performance, and tenant satisfaction.​

The Job |    Beyond ensuring that landlord and tenant obligations are being meet, you’ll manage day-to-day property and related operations efforts, ensuring sites meet safety standards, maintenance requirements, and tenant needs. You’ll develop and monitor budgets, oversee monthly processes, and implement initiatives that help improve internal systems and tenant service quality. Your will guide a small team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Collaboration is key, as you’ll work closely with leasing, development, and accounting teams to align property management strategies with broader business objectives. Building and maintaining strong tenant relationships will be essential, developing trusting relationships and addressing concerns promptly to ensure high satisfaction levels.​

What Success Looks Like |   The ideal candidate will have a minimum of seven years in the commercial property industry with a solid exposure to lease agreements, financial processes, property programming and high level administration systems. Proven leadership and communication (written and verbal) skills, adaptability in a fast-paced and changing environment, and proficiency with Yardi property management software and other related technology are essential. A willingness to travel as scheduled and required, including locations outsides of Edmonton, is required.​

Your Profile | Our client isn’t solely focused on finding the “perfect” candidate with a flawless resume. They’re seeking someone whose personality aligns with their dynamic and evolving culture. Traits such as curiosity, openness to new experiences, transparency, self-awareness, resourcefulness, self-motivation and a “WE” ego are highly valued. Beyond that, your ability to exhibit a proactive mindset, agility, and a willingness to contribute ideas will make you thrive in this role.​ You don’t need to know it all but you must show a fearless ability to learn and become knowledgeable. They value who you are first; followed up by your dexterity and accomplishments so far in your career.

Ready to Take the Leap |   This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to be at the forefront of transforming commercial real estate (namely retail and mixed use) in Alberta’s heartland. Our client values innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to community development. They offer a performance-based culture with flexibility, recognizing the importance of work-life balance.​ Lending your talent to this in-office position will earn you are great compensation package, inclusive of a salary, bonus, vacation, benefits upon commencement, underground safe and paid parking, schedule flexibility, education and fees and other great perks – including having the opportunity to work with a dynamic and passionate team! Let’s chat about how you can be part of something transformational and career elevating. Feel free to reach out to me, Cindy Nicholls Smith, Principal, at cindy@avidexec.com  or you message me via Linked In.  I look forward to exploring this job with you.

It’s Your Story | We recognize the sensitivity of your potentially exploring a move. Please be assured that any information shared will be kept in the strictest of confidence and will only be released to my client upon your providing your permission to do so. Avid Exec ensures all applicable and standards laws are practiced at a high level.

Workplace Expectations | My client is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected under Canadian law. They believe in providing a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to their collective success.

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Are you a talented intermediate bookkeeper who offers administrative capacities?

Our client, a long-standing and well-respected industrial servicing business in north central Edmonton, is looking for an Office Manager who enjoys keeping things organized, accurate, and running smoothly.

This is a hands-on role that combines bookkeeping and administrative coordination, supporting a close-knit team and contributing to a culture built on trust, accountability, and pride in a job well done.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee Accounts Receivable and Payable, ensuring everything stays on track and accurate
• Handle bi-weekly payroll, reconciliations, and journal entries
• Prepare and maintain financial reports to support leadership decisions
• Manage office documentation, customer service, warranties, and safety compliance records
• Communicate with customers, vendors, and teammates to keep information flowing smoothly
• Keep systems and processes organized and efficient

Who You Are

• Experienced with QuickBooks and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
• Detail-oriented, organized, and accurate — you take pride in doing things right
• Able to self-manage your work with confidence and follow-through
• Curious and open to learning new systems and processes
• A strong communicator who values collaboration, reliability, and teamwork

Why You’ll Love It Here

You’ll report to an Operations Leader who values initiative, communication, and mutual trust. The company offers stability, flexibility, and a genuinely fun, non-corporate environment where people enjoy coming to work each day.

This is a family-like atmosphere with long-term employees who support one another, celebrate wins, and take pride in keeping things running smoothly.

You’ll also enjoy:

• A competitive salary
• Health benefits and an annual health spending stipend
• Vacation plus paid time off between Christmas and New Year
• Flexible work scheduling and accommodations where needed

If you’re someone who finds satisfaction in keeping things organized and moving forward — and you value being part of a team that treats people like family — this could be a great fit.

The Fine Print

Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Standard pre-employment checks (may require references, credit, security).

Interested? 

Send your resume (or a quick note to start the conversation) to Cindy Nicholls Smith, Principal — AVID EXEC Ltd. at cindy@avidexec.com.  All interest is handled with strict confidentiality in keeping with applicable laws and standards.

Due to expected interest, only candidates aligning with the role requirements will be contacted. We appreciate every application and may be in touch for future opportunities.

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Lead the numbers that power places.

The Snapshot

You’re a builder of clarity. You see the story behind the statements, the timing behind the transactions, and the people behind the processes. In this role, you’ll own the accounting operations, including managing cash flow and the full accounting cadence for a commercial & multi-family real estate portfolio — guiding the day-to-day efforts and reporting so operations can move with confidence.

This is a confidential search on behalf of a privately owned company with an entrepreneurial pace and an intelligent, engaged team. You’ll partner closely with the executive, lead a small high-performing group, and bring both collaboration and autonomous leadership to the table.

Imagine Yourself Here

It’s Monday 9:00am. You’ve already scanned the weekend collections, verified key receipts, and refreshed the 13-week cash flow so Property Ops and the leadership can prioritize vendor releases and capital items. By noon, you’ve met with your team, aligned AP/AR timing with leasing realities, flagged a covenant head-room update, and cleared a construction draw with tidy backup. Month-end hits? Your team is calm because process beats panic — schedules are tight, consolidations are crisp, and variance explanations are decision-ready, not just audit-ready.

What You’ll Lead (and Improve)

Cash Flow Mastery: Daily/weekly 13-week forecasting; collections pulse; release cadence for AP; proactive lender/covenant visibility.

Receivables Discipline: Rent roll integrity, AR aging and recovery plans, move-ins/outs, security deposit handling, and applied cash accuracy.

Payables with Purpose: Clear approval matrices, vendor terms optimization, and weekly pay runs aligned to cash priorities and operational timing.

Month-End & Reporting: Full-cycle close for income properties, development, consolidations, KPIs, and reporting packs that tell the “so what.”

Property Fundamentals: CAM/tax recoveries, operating/capital budgeting, insurance and property tax workflows, financing schedules, and lender packages.

Development: Project cost tracking, draws, Work-in-Progress, holdbacks, and job-to-date reporting—enough to keep pace and manage any budget or timing surprises.

Controls & Compliance: Policies that actually get used; balance sheet hygiene; audit readiness; credit and background standards.

Systems & Data: Champion Yardi, streamline integrations, build simple dashboards in Excel.

Team Leadership: Coach and mentor a capable, compact team — clear roles, cross-training, predictable calendars, and room to grow.

Partnering Up: Be the right hand to the executive — bring options, scenarios, and straight talk.

How You Think & Operate

Resourceful by default. You don’t stall—if the answer isn’t in-house, you seek external advice (auditors, tax, lenders, tech, peers) to move things forward.

We vs. I. You model leadership vulnerability—ask the clarifying question, share context, give credit, own outcomes.

Calm under deadlines. You create rhythm (close calendars, cash huddles, lender beats) so the team isn’t living in urgency.

Builder’s mindset. Better every quarter: shorter close, cleaner schedules, fewer exceptions, clearer dashboards.

Always aware. You connect cash timing to leasing, renewals, payables, payroll, ops priorities, and tenant experience.

What You Bring

Background: Real estate (commercial/multi-family), property management, with possible exposure to development.

Technical Depth: Full-cycle accounting, consolidations, CAM/tax recs, budgeting/forecasting, lender and partner reporting.

Cash Flow Focus: Proven ownership of AP/AR timing and 13-week cash forecasting in a multi-entity environment.

Systems: Yardi (ideal) or other similar; strong Excel; bonus for use of any other reporting tools.

Leadership: Experience guiding a small team; setting standards, mentoring, and holding a kind, firm line.

Credentials: CPA preferred (not required); relevant post-secondary education, solid performance track record.

Style: Collaborative partner to executives with the confidence to work autonomously and bring solutions/ideas for improvement.

Why This Role

Impact with access. Direct line to decision-makers; your work changes daily choices on the ground.

Private & entrepreneurial. Fewer handoffs, faster cycles, less bureaucracy, clear ownership.

Recognition of your value:  Work for an owner who wants to develop mutual trust, sees your value and authentically appreciates you on a daily basis.

Compensation: Competitive six-figure package with benefits from day one, paid professional fees/licenses, parking, and thoughtful perks.

Work style: In-office, Edmonton—built for collaboration, quick problem-solving, and a supportive, family-flexible culture.

The Fine Print

Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Standard pre-employment checks (references, credit/security appropriate to a finance leadership role).

Interested?

Send your resume (or a quick note to start the conversation) to Cindy Nicholls Smith, Principal — AVID EXEC Ltd. at cindy@avidexec.com.  All interest is handled with strict confidentiality in keeping with applicable laws and standards.

Due to expected interest, only candidates aligning with the role requirements will be contacted. We appreciate every application and may be in touch for future opportunities.

Not the perfect résumé? We’re not looking for perfect—we’re looking for purposeful. If you bring the right foundation and leadership approach let’s talk.

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BUILD LEGACY, DRIVE INNOVATION, SHAPE THE FUTURE

What if the next chapter of your career wasn’t just a job — but a chance to invent, evolve and leave behind something that matters?

My client is a growing and innovative engineering group based in Edmonton (southeast central location), with a strong focus on the energy sector, particularly in the heavy oil space — both above and below ground. The company offers an entrepreneurial, mid-sized culture that is highly multidisciplinary, bringing together some of the best talent in the industry.

THE COMPANY

· It is a place where people are not only experts in their fields but also deeply engaged in their work and genuinely enjoy collaborating with one another.

· They work in close partnership companies and universities and lead cutting-edge industry research that has the potential to be true game changers.

· Their technologies often leverage low- to medium-voltage solutions integrated with solar, wind, and electricity to deliver safer, more efficient, and more sustainable ways of doing business.

· The company operates several dedicated on-site facilities that support diverse types of research, design, and testing — giving engineers the opportunity to not only build solutions but also validate and refine them in real-world conditions.

SNAP SHOT – LEAD ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (P.Eng)

· We’re not looking for someone to simply “fill a role.” At the heart of it, you are an inventor, a collaborator, and thought leader who thrives at the intersection of autonomy, curiosity, and purpose.

· You love the joy of solving hard problems –  following the idea from inception to use.

·  You enjoy partnering with end-users, and creating sustainable technologies that will continue to evolve through your work and that of future generations.

· This role is primarily onsite, offering office and lab-based areas, offering you a balance of technical depth and professional stability.

· You are the kind of person who “tinkers”, builds, and dreams on the weekends — who believes work should be both fun and meaningful — this is your chance to shape technologies that push the industry forward toward safer, smarter, and more sustainable solutions.

· You are mid-career but feeling that you are not able to fully apply your skills and purpose or you could have 5 or so years left and want to “play” and be part of something revolutionary in a less bureaucratic more integrated environment that has a direct and collaborative pipeline to other company leaders and the President.

· Ideally you live in the Edmonton area and hold a current Professional Engineering designation and are in good standing with APEGGA.

WHY THIS ROLE DIFFERENT

Autonomy with Purpose: Freedom to innovate and push the envelope within a vertically integrated culture that values bold ideas.

Collaboration at Its Best: Work with interdisciplinary teams where every idea is valued and contributes to breakthrough outcomes.

Be Seen & Heard: Become an internal and external expert — author and present your findings, be recognized as a leader in your field.

Work Joy & Legacy: This is about building technologies that will outlast your career and set a foundation for the next generation.

Mentoring & Leadership: This role provides a clear pathway into a senior-level opportunity with succession potential. You will mentor a junior team member while also serving as a role model and resource for indirect reports. At the same time, you will receive strong support and mentorship yourself as you onboard and establish your footing in the role.

YOUR PROFILE

· You are a curious problem-solver who loves the blend of hands-on engineering and strategic big-picture thinking.

· Someone who thrives on project management from start to finish — from design to commissioning and beyond.

· You are solid communicator who possesses a strong acumen for listening, addressing challenges and engaging – always working towards building authentic and mutually-trusting partnerships with clients, leaders and your peers.

· A lifelong learner who enjoys exploring new ideas, playing with technology, and keeping fresh so your ideas stay forward-thinking.

· An individual with a wide skill set, excited by the chance to idea generate, “play”, invent, and research – creating quality, precision, and impact.

YOUR CONTRIBUTION

· Design and build medium-voltage electrical systems for next-generation downhole electric heating technologies.

· Work with, evolve and become an expert with already existing proprietary technologies.

· Program and maintain PLC and control system software that keeps operations precise and safe.

· Invent, test, commission, and troubleshoot innovative systems — and provide technical guidance to clients and field teams.

· Lead projects end-to-end, from technical proposals to QA/QC to delivery.

· Be a voice for sustainability — guiding electrification, efficiency, and safety improvements in emerging technologies.

WHY YOU WILL FIND WORK JOY

· You’ll be surrounded by like-minded multidisciplinary innovators who are just as curious, communicative, smart and inventive as you are.

· You’ll work in an environment where you are seen, recognized and where being happy at work matters — where quality, team and fun go hand-in-hand.

· You’ll have the space to continue or finish your career at the top of your game, with work that defines both your present and your legacy.

WANT TO EXPLORE THIS OPPORTUNITY?

If this sounds like the career pivot you’ve been waiting for — where your curiosity, creativity, and expertise can shape the future — let’s explore.  Please contact me, Cindy Nicholls Smith, at cindy@avidexec.com or reach out through my Linked In profile http://linkedin.com/in/avidexec, to have a confidential conversation.

IT’S YOUR STORY

We recognize the sensitivity of your potentially exploring a move. Please be assured that any information shared will be kept in the strictest of confidence and will only be released to my client upon your providing your explicit permission to do so. Avid Exec ensures all applicable standards and laws are practiced at a high level.

WORKPLACE EXPECTATION

My client is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected under Canadian law. They believe in providing a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to their collective success.

As such, we welcome all qualified applicants, who are eligible to work in Canada and who currently reside in the Edmonton area to curiously consider or apply for this role. 

Due to the level interest, only those candidate who meet the needs to our client shall be contacted. 

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Are you someone who finds joy in clarity, order, and purpose? Do you enjoy rolling up your sleeves to make accounting processes smarter and cleaner, while working with people who actually care about what they do?

My client is a privately held, multi-company real estate group in Edmonton that operates across the Commercial, Multi-Family Rental, and Condominium sectors. This group has built its success on long-term relationships, integrity, and steady growth and they’re now looking for a Property Accountant (Edmonton, AB)  to help them take their accounting function to the next level.

This isn’t just about maintaining the books. It’s about owning the numbers, improving the process and knowing that your work matters – because it directly supports the places people live, work, and invest in.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Long-term stability with a company that’s continuing to grow
• Career progression aligned with company expansion
• Fees, licences, and ongoing professional development supported
• Company-paid, covered/underground parking
• Easy access to major transit routes
• Friendly, collaborative office where ideas and contributions are noticed
• Half-day Fridays—because life outside of work matters too

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll take the lead on full-cycle accounting for a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, and condo properties. That includes:

• Preparing monthly financials, bank reconciliations and budget tracking
• Managing rent rolls, payables, receivables and tenant chargebacks
• Supporting budgeting for operations and capital projects
• Collaborating with property managers to align finances with real-world needs
• Refining bookkeeping processes to improve flow, accuracy and accountability
• Communicating with internal and external parties

This is an opportunity to bring order, insight, and efficiency to the numbers – making a real difference behind the scenes.

We’re Looking for Someone Who:

• Has a diploma or degree in Accounting or Finance OR proven experience in a similar property management accounting role
• Brings at least 3 years of experience in property management accounting with exposure to Condo, Rental and/or Commercial portfolios
• Is comfortable working independently with full-cycle accounting
• Is familiar and knowledgable with Excel
• Has experience with Buildium Accocunting Software (a bonus, not a must!) or offers exposure to other property accounting software
• Thrives in a collaborative, privately held company where people matter
• Enjoys being part of a team that celebrates both productivity and purpose

Ready to Take the Leap?

If you’re looking for a role where your work is valued, your ideas matter, and your contribution supports a meaningful, long-term impact – this could be your next great move. Feel free to reach out to me, Cindy Nicholls Smith, Principal at cindy@avidexec.com  or you can message me via Linked In.  I look forward to exploring this job with you.

It’s Your Story

We recognize the sensitivity of your potentially exploring a move. Please be assured that any information shared will be kept in the strictest of confidence and will only be released to my client upon your providing your permission to do so. Avid Exec ensures all applicable standards and laws are practiced at a high level.

Workplace Expectations
My client is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected under Canadian law. They believe in providing a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to their collective success.

As such, we welcome all qualified applicants, who are eligible to work in Canada and who currently reside in Edmonton, to curiously consider or apply for this role. 

Due to the level interest, only those candidate who meet the needs to our client shall be contacted. 

Apply for this Job