Development Manager

Development Manager – Cultural / Institutional Project

Vancouver, BC | 12-Month Contract (Consultant)

MatchBox Consulting Group is working with a major cultural institution in Vancouver to engage a Development Manager on a 12-month contract .

This role supports a design-led, public-facing cultural project and requires deep architectural and design experience . It is not a residential, pro-forma, or financially driven development role.

The Role

The Development Manager will support the project through design coordination and municipal approvals, with a strong emphasis on architecture, urban design, and City of Vancouver processes .

You will work closely with the design team, consultants, and City stakeholders to advance the project through key approval stages.

Ideal Background

Strong experience on institutional or cultural projects

(arts, civic, academic, museum, or similar)

Architecture-led background with a high level of design fluency

Well-versed in the City of Vancouver Development Permit and approvals process

Experience coordinating architects, urban designers, and technical consultants

Comfortable operating in public-realm, design-sensitive environments

Clear, professional communicator with strong stakeholder skills

This role is not suited to candidates whose experience is primarily residential, pro-forma, or finance-driven development.

Engagement Details

12-month contract / consulting engagement

Open to senior contractors; permanent candidates may be considered

Vancouver-based

Competitive compensation aligned with experience

Timing

Actively reviewing candidates

One opening

Apply in confidence through MatchBox Consulting Group .

For more current job opportunities,  Follow  MatchBox  at  linkedin.com / company / matchbox-recruitment /

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally,  MatchBox  is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at  www.matchboxhr.com