As a Manager of Real Property Agreements within National Defence, you will oversee the management, negotiation, and administration of real property contracts and agreements that support military operations and DND facilities across Canada and internationally. You will lead a team responsible for ensuring that all property-related agreements comply with Treasury Board policies, federal regulations, and DND requirements while delivering value for money and supporting operational needs.
Your responsibilities will include developing real property strategies, managing lease and purchase agreements, negotiating terms with external parties, monitoring contract performance, and ensuring adherence to financial and legal obligations. You will work with multiple stakeholders including senior leadership, other government departments, private sector partners, and service providers to maintain DND's real property portfolio effectively.
You will work in a dynamic federal government environment where attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage complex negotiations are essential. Your role is critical to ensuring that DND has appropriate facilities and property arrangements to support its defence and security mandate.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and manage the delivery of real property agreements services and programs, Supervise and develop staff within the real property agreements team, Monitor performance metrics and report on results, Develop and implement operational plans and procedures, Manage stakeholder relationships and ensure service quality
Required Skills
Property management, Building systems knowledge, Contract administration, Project coordination, Regulatory compliance, People management, Operational oversight, Quality assurance, Resource coordination
Typical Education
Post-secondary education in the relevant field; supervisory and operational management experience
Training
Candidates typically hold a bachelor's degree in business administration, real estate, law, public administration, or a related field. Some positions may accept equivalent work experience in real property management, contract administration, or government operations.
Professional designations are valuable and may include: Real Estate Institute of Canada (REIC) credentials, Project Management Institute (PMI) certification, or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation. Many successful candidates have completed Treasury Board contracting courses or government-specific procurement and property management training.
Once hired, you will have access to professional development through the Canadian Armed Forces and DND, including courses in federal real property policy, advanced negotiation skills, project management, and leadership development. Continuing education in real estate law and government contracting practices is encouraged and supported.
Entry Plans
Entry into this manager-level position typically occurs through: (1) open competitions advertised on the Government of Canada Job Bank and DND careers portal, where candidates compete based on demonstrated experience and qualifications; (2) internal appointment from within DND's real property or asset management teams for those with proven management potential; (3) lateral moves from other federal departments with relevant real property or contract management experience; or (4) deployment from the Canadian Armed Forces Regular or Reserve Force into civilian management roles.
Candidates should have a minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in real property management, contract administration, or related fields. A secure level of government security clearance is typically required. Some positions may be filled through staffing pools of pre-screened candidates to accelerate the hiring process for urgent operational needs.
Part-Time Options
Manager positions in Real Property Agreements are typically full-time roles due to the level of responsibility and ongoing stakeholder engagement required. However, flexible work arrangements may be available on a case-by-case basis in consultation with your manager and in accordance with DND and Treasury Board policies.
Remote work options may be possible for certain administrative and analytical tasks, though regular on-site presence is generally expected for meetings, negotiations, and team leadership. Telework is evaluated based on operational requirements and the specific needs of your portfolio. DND is committed to providing reasonable accommodations and flexible schedules where operationally feasible to support work-life balance and employee well-being.
Related Careers
No related military careers on file for this position.
