Job Description
Job Description
Salary :
Forum Asset Management Senior Coordinator, Real Estate Development
Location : 181 Bay Street, Toronto
In Office : 5 days per week
Overview of Forum :
Join us in deliveringExtraordinary Outcomesthrough investment.
Forum is an investor, developer and asset manager operating across North America for over 28 years, focusing on real estate, private equity and infrastructure, with a strategic concentration in housing.
Our AUM exceeds $3 billion. We are committed to sustainability, responsible investing and creating value that benefits our stakeholders and the communities in which we invest, what we call our Extraordinary Outcomes.
In 2024, Forum completed thelargest real estate transaction in Canadawith theAlignvest acquisition,making us thelargest owner of Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) in Canada through our $2.5B open ended Real Estate Income and Impact Fund (REIIF).Ournational development pipeline now exceeds $3.5 billion,positioning Forum as thelargest developer of PBSA in Canada, operating from coast to coast.
The Forum team is adaptable, agile, and dynamic, committed to sustainable and responsible investing. Our people bring diverse cultural backgrounds and professional experiences, fostering innovation and thought leadership.We uphold integrity, trust, and transparency as core values, knowing that to achieveExtraordinary Outcomes,we need to support and develop anExtraordinary team.
Position Overview :
Forum is seeking a Senior Coordinator, Real Estate Development to play an impactful role within Forums largest and growing platform its real estate business. With its focus on owning and developing (i) High turnover rental housing such as purpose-built student accommodations and micro-units (ii) Self-storage facilities and (iii) Commercial assets secured by credit tenant leases Forums real estate business is poised for growth notwithstanding the challenging macro environment. This posting is for an existing vacancy at Forum.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for supporting on real estate projects from potential acquisitions (assisting in due diligence (DD)), building massing and active development sites.
- Assist with the coordination of a team of multi-disciplinary consultants which includes meetings, agendas, minutes.
- Market research and competitive analysis keeping current with supply and demand trends.
- Coordinate formatting and documents that includes internal and external reporting, RFP submission, Investment Committee (IC) decks, advocacy presentations, etc.
- Assist in budget and timeline updates which includes invoicing and consultant contract adherence.
- Assist in the review of proposals and legal agreements.
- Manage project invoicing and evaluate vendor requests to ensure continued project delivery.
- Represent the company in public meetings, community engagement, any other forums.
- Monitor and research provincial and municipal policies, relevant precedents, and market trends to assess the feasibility of projects and preserve asset value.
- Actively identify and address project roadblocks, collaborating with stakeholders and improving internal and external processes to overcome challenges.
- Support the Development Team by tracking and monitoring changes in planning policies and staying informed about general real estate trends.
Candidate Profile
Min 3+ years of professional development experience, in a developer firm or brokerage land sales group, data research or worked as a coordinator in an Asset Manager with proven capacity assisting in approvals.Undergraduate in real estate, planning, land development, finance or equivalent.Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work.High sense of urgency, with a demonstrated ability to execute on multiple competing priorities in a fast paced + high volume environment.Strong written and verbal communications skills.Highly processed and detail oriented.Proficient in MS Word, Power Point, Project, Excel, Bluebeam, SketchUp and Adobe Acrobat.Invest in Yourself :
Excellent Benefits A top-tier insurance program designed to keep you healthy, active, and supported, plus a $1,000 annual wellness credit.Competitive Total Rewards We value our team members and offer a well-rounded package that includes competitive pay, paid time off, and performance-based incentives.Compensation We are committed to supporting your success and are offering an annual salary range of $70,000-90,000 CAD for this position.Employee Match Program Invest alongside Forum with access to a matching contribution program.Learning & Development Opportunities Access support for professional designations, TTI behavioural assessments, and quarterly learning forums to grow your skills and industry knowledge. We believe in Best Idea Wins and foster an entrepreneurial environment where your input has real impact.Diverse & Inclusive Team We celebrate diverse perspectives and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of equity and inclusion.Employee Referral Program Receive a generous bonus when your referral joins our team.Social Impact - Enjoy paid volunteer days and opportunities to participate in team-led community initiatives.Quarterly All Teams Sessions with your colleagues across the business to share insights, celebrate success, and spotlight culture.Lunch & Learns Regular opportunities to connect, learn, and exchange knowledge with peers across the business.Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage :
Forum uses AI tools on a limited basis to support administrative tasks in the recruitment process, such as organizing applications and identifying basic keywords. These tools do not make or influence hiring decisions, which are made entirely by human reviewers.
Forum Commitment :
At Forum, we encourage diversity. We are committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects our belief that diversity is central to building a high-performing team. Forum is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices. Should you require an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, please let the recruitment team know at .