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Calgary New Home Builder Career Opportunities

Build a Better Career at Baywest

Baywest seeks experienced professionals across many specialized skillsets to fulfill a variety of roles essential to designing, building and marketing our distinct brand of crafted and curated homes.

We are a values-led, collaborative organization with a reputation as a friendly, knowledgeable, honest, and professional team. Many of our people have grown within the company over the long term, and our entire team strives every day go above and beyond expectations for our homeowners.

Baywest offers a competitive salary and benefits package within a vibrant, collaborative work environment that encourages personal and professional growth. We welcome resumes, including a cover letter outlining the reasons you feel you are a good fit for the Baywest team, via email to careers@baywesthomes.

Current openings will also be posted on this page – check back often!

Career Postings

Architectural Controls Coordinator

Job Description
The Architectural Controls Coordinator is a great learning opportunity for someone who is keen to grow with our Company. The Architectural Controls Coordinator will collaborate with the builder partners, review, and approve architectural designs of proposed homes and grading for new homes in the community of Rangeview. Ensuring strong partnerships exist with internal teams and external builders through effective and timely communication. To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@baywesthomes.com We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in joining the team with Baywest Homes and Section23, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
How to Apply
In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer a vibrant, collaborative work environment that encourages personal and professional growth. We have a corporate culture that focuses on passion, people, integrity, accountability and respect for each other and our homeowners. We strive to maintain a fun and rewarding workplace. Traditional core office hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This position will require attendance at events and show home openings outside of regular work hours, including evenings and weekends. Some travel within Calgary will be required.
Responsibilties of Architectural Controls Coordinator
  • Represent Section23 as the primary point of contact with the builder groups for architectural approvals and grading.
  • Complete all architectural and grading approvals for Section23.
  • Obtain a thorough understanding of the architectural patterns.
  • Assess and evaluate all proposed architectural designs ensuring that they comply with Rangeviews architectural guidelines.
  • Ensure massing and composition are compliant with standards and required regulations.
  • Prepare the submission approval and grade slip release within Lotworks.
  • Champion the review process and ensure procedures are well documented.
  • Cross train others in the process to ensure back up is available as needed.
  • Assist the development of new architectural guidelines for multi family, mixed use, and commercial land uses in Rangeview.
  • Responsible for architectural guideline updates if required in new phases.
  • Conduct exterior home inspections on a monthly basis as they are completed.
Qualifications
  • Experience reviewing Architectural drawings for approval within a land development company is a definite asset.
  • Post secondary education in Architecture or business is ideal.
  • Strong understanding in new home construction regulations and experience.
  • Some experience in creating detailed and accurate residential construction drawings.
  • Proficient use of office software – Word, Excel, Adobe, Buildtopia etc.
  • Exceptional organization and communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Self-starter who is comfortable to ask questions and prides themselves on accuracy and attention to detail.
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Designer, Product Development

Job Description
Working collaboratively with the design team, product development team, and the Sales and Marketing team, this full-time role is responsible for creating and maintaining Baywest Homes model line up. The Product Development Designer must be organized, creative and detail oriented, with an ability to work on tight timelines.
How to Apply
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@baywesthomes.com We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in joining the team with Baywest Homes and Section23, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Responsibilties of Designer, Product Development
  • Design & develop innovative and functional new standard plans, preplanned options and elevations for residential projects.
  • Showhome Design and Development
  • Unique Architectural projects such as the Lottery Home
  • Tour new show homes and understand our communities and our competition
  • Stay updated with industry trends, and materials to incorporate into designs`
  • Fully understand the companies design guiding principles
  • Revise and refine designs based on feedback and project requirements.
  • Understand and consider the cost implications of design elements
  • Create alternate options for new and existing plans to fill alternate / niche needs
  • Work with Sales & Marketing, as well as estimating, construction, warranty, and outside trades & suppliers to create new standard plans and new Showhome plans
  • Create custom plans and full construction drawings for client homes
  • Ensure plans meet regulations: Building codes, Bylaws, Community specific architectural controls, Development permit process if required, Current specifications, External engineering requirements
  • Manage submission process for (occasionally); Architectural Guideline, Development Permit process, Building permits
  • Develop and maintain relationships with Construction, Sales, Estimating departments, as well as outside trades & suppliers
  • Problem solves any issues that may come up before or after a house is handed off to Construction
  • Maintain expected timelines set out for each file in the “product development job status reports.
  • Upkeep of Baywest’s database of standard plans according to updates in codes, specifications, trends etc.
Qualifications
  • Degree or Diploma in Architectural technology
  • 5-10 years in the home building industry experience in a design and/or drafting role for production and product development
  • Passion for design, and has creative perspectives & ideas
  • Proven ability to achieve drafting and design objectives
  • Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Strong knowledge of residential architectural, construction and sales processes
  • Proficiency in creating detailed and accurate residential construction drawings using AutoCad and/or Revit
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Estimator

Job Description
Reporting directly to the Estimating & Purchasing Manager, the Estimator plays a crucial role within the company ensuring all information, PO’s and material take-offs are distributed to the appropriate departments and trades within the construction timeline. The Estimator is extremely detail oriented with a focus on accuracy and cost control.
How to Apply
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@baywesthomes.com We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in joining the team with Baywest Homes and Section23, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Responsibilties of Estimator
  • Issue purchase orders and ‘request for quotes’ in conjunction with the appropriate construction stage.
  • Review and accept quotes from various trades and suppliers.
  • Analyze working drawings and accurately complete material take-offs.
  • Assist, review and reconcile interior selections documents and quotes to ensure process is completed within the given timeframes.
  • Report status of interior selections process on a weekly basis to Estimating & Purchasing Manager.
  • Maintain cost control by ensuring accuracy of pricing from trades and suppliers, working within budget parameters, and reviewing invoices against purchase orders.
  • Ensure all information received is accurate and passed on to necessary departments in a timely fashion.
  • Complete custom pricing upon request.
  • Communicate with Sales, Construction, Interior Selections and Design departments.
  • Completing purchase order summaries to determine profitability on an individual job basis.
  • Negotiate with trades and suppliers on custom pricing.
  • Other accountabilities as needed and as directed by the Manager.
Qualifications
  • A minimum of 3 years of directly related experience with a home building company.
  • 2-year diploma in Building Development Technologies (BDT) or equivalent.
  • Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Knowledge of residential construction.
  • Experience with excel, Microsoft Office and BuildTopia is an asset.
  • Attentive to detail, collaborative and a strong team player.
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Area Sales Manager

Job Description
Reporting to the Senior Sales Manager and working collaboratively with the Baywest Homes team, this role is responsible for achieving community sales targets and delivering an exceptional purchase experience and outstanding service to clients from sale to possession. This is a lead position that requires a proactive approach in providing solutions to clients, managing expectations and processes, and leading a team comprised of a Sales Associate and Host/Hostess.
How to Apply
For consideration, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@baywesthomes.com We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in joining the team with Baywest Homes and Section23, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Responsibilties of Area Sales Manager
  • Achieve monthly/annual sales targets
  • Maintain lead role in community position
  • Actively prospect and nurture leads by asking discovery questions to understand their needs
  • Consistently achieve Avid customer experience ratings 2% greater than the industry average
  • Deliver a premium purchase experience and outstanding customer service to clients from sale to possession
  • Manage prospecting initiatives to increase return visits to Sales Centre
  • Management reporting in support of business plan objectives
  • Attend sales meetings, workshops and any other events and meetings scheduled and deemed necessary by Baywest Management
  • Ensure show home cleanliness/tidiness between regular cleanings, except for areas used exclusively by Construction and Warranty
  • Maintain a tidy and clean sales office, free of clutter, offering an organized and inviting experience to guests
  • Maintain a sufficient inventory of marketing brochures, sales collateral and various sales tools as provided by Marketing or the Developer in the sales centre
  • Ensure the show home is locked and secure (i.e. all windows closed/latched, and doors locked), and the security alarm is set upon closing
  • Inspect the show home for warranty and service needs monthly, and promptly report them to Baywest’s Warranty team
  • Perform a daily drive-by of the community and ensure lot signage is standing straight and is clean. If not clean (muddy, covered in snow), it is required to be immediately.
  • Report the following to Baywest’s Sales and Marketing department upon request: Prospect Lists (weekly and as requested by Baywest Homes), Traffic Reports, Sales Reports (as requested), Lot Holds (within 24 hours of obtaining hold), Cancelled Purchase Agreements (within 24 hours of cancellation)
  • Accurately complete Purchase Agreements and all required accompanying documentation
  • Accurately complete required FINTRAC forms and collection of purchaser deposits/cheques
  • Accurately complete Pricing Requests, Design Requests and Change Orders
  • Attend Purchaser Meetings, Walkthroughs and Possessions as established by Baywest
  • Successfully register all guests of the sales centre prior to their departure
  • Accurately record and enter sales centre guest contact information into the CRM database
  • Collaborate with Marketing to develop strategic initiatives
  • Facilitate communication between Purchasers and Baywest office and field staff
  • Track lot holds and purchases with Baywest and the Land Developer in the Developer Online Lot System and in weekly Traffic Reports
  • Primary liaison with purchasers, Baywest office and field staff during construction of each home. This includes bi- weekly updates on progress of the construction build to Purchasers by email with accompanying photos.
  • Work closely with marketing to identify and undertake initiatives to assist in driving new and previous traffic to the sales centre
  • Maintain lead role in active prospecting and nurturing of leads in the Database, specific to the community sales program
  • Participate in the spec home planning program to ensure constant inventory of Immediate Possession homes
  • Ensure spec homes are on a regular cleaning schedule and have a Baywest door mat in the entrance and marketing collateral in the kitchen
Qualifications
  • 5+ years of professional sales experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage high priority/urgent requests, adapt to changing priorities
  • Self-motivator with strong organizational, intra-personal skills, and a great collaborator
  • Ability to read and understand all plans, blueprints, grade slips, specifications and associated construction documents
  • Previous experience in the new home or real estate market
  • Previous experience with MS SharePoint, Build Topia is an asset.
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Sales Associate

Job Description
Reporting to the Area Sales Manager and working collaboratively with the Baywest Homes team, the Sales Associate part-time role is responsible for supporting the Area Sales Manager in achieving community sales targets, delivering an exceptional purchase experience, and outstanding service to clients from sale to possession.
How to Apply
For consideration, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@baywesthomes.com We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in joining the team with Baywest Homes and Section23, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Responsibilties of Sales Associate
  • Professionally represent Baywest Homes and Section23 by presenting to guests of the sales centre and providing accurate information on the product offering represented.
  • Have a strong understanding of the community as well as home models, pre-planned options, products, services and pricing provided by Baywest.
  • Proactively review and shop the competition to learn and become familiar with their product offering and how it compares to the Baywest offering.
  • Actively prospect and nurture leads by asking discovery questions to understand their needs.
  • Develop a strong rapport with clients to facilitate a successful sale.
  • Contribute towards the achievement of monthly/annual sales targets.
  • Strive to achieve a minimum of 70% registration of guests visiting the sales center.
  • Maintain CRM database by accurately entering prospect registration information, creating follow up activities, and developing prospecting strategies to achieve quality return guests to the sales centre.
  • Proactively generate and execute ideas to increase lead generation other than walk-in traffic.
  • Provide purchasers with customer experience, including regular construction updates, community updates and any other relevant information to their new home build.
  • Consistently achieve Avid Customer Satisfaction ratings 2% greater than industry average.
  • Report the following to Baywest’s Sales and Marketing team: Prospect Lists (weekly and as requested by Baywest Homes), Traffic Reports, Sales Reports (as requested), Lot Holds (within 24 hours of obtaining hold), Cancelled Purchase Agreements (within 24 hours of cancellation)
  • Ensure all Purchase Agreements are completed accurately, and all required documentation is complete when submitted.
  • Track lot holds and purchases with Baywest and the Land Developer in the Developer Online Lot System and in weekly Traffic Reports
  • Carry out day-to-day activities to support the Area Sales Manager, while demonstrating the ability to work independently and uphold sales centre and show home expectations and standards of excellence in the absence of management.
  • Ensure the sales centre/show homes and spec homes are locked and secure (i.e. all windows closed/latched, and doors locked), arming and disarming the security system each day.
  • Order and maintain office supplies and a sufficient inventory of marketing brochures, sales collateral and various sales tools as provided by Marketing or the Developer.
  • Ensure spec homes are on a regular cleaning schedule and have a Baywest door mat in the entrance and marketing collateral in the kitchen.
  • Submit monthly inspection/assessment reports noting deficiencies in sales area, show homes, spec homes, and report them to the Warranty Team.
  • Perform a daily drive-by of the community and ensure lot signage is upright and clean and ensure to notify the appropriate parties if not.
  • Attend sales meetings, workshops and any other events and meetings scheduled and deemed necessary by Baywest Management.
  • Demonstrate professionalism in everything you do, from pride in appearance with appropriate attire to positive communications with prospects – become an ambassador for the Baywest brand.
Qualifications
  • Previous customer service experience in residential development, or new home sales is preferred.
  • Experience with managing multiple deliverables at the same time; must be detail-oriented and highly organized.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong computer proficiency and ability to navigate MS SharePoint.
  • Experience with Buildtopia is a plus, but not required.
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