Every search starts with a specific need: a team that has outgrown its structure, a portfolio that needs deeper expertise, a leader who brings a different view. On the other side is a person with their own ambitions and reasons for making a move. Our job is to understand both and find where they align.
Over the past quarter, we’ve partnered with leading real estate organizations and we’re pleased to share several placement highlights. Each reflects a thoughtful alignment between the organization’s needs and the individual’s experience and aspirations.
Peter Morana – Lead Building Operator – York Heritage
York Heritage Properties was looking for an experienced building operator to take ownership of a portfolio of heritage commercial properties and take on broader operational leadership responsibilities. Peter brings a strong technical background across heritage and Class A office environments, with experience in building systems, commissioning, contractor coordination, and preventive maintenance. A natural next step for Peter and a strong match for York Heritage’s needs.
Sandy Porco – Property Manager – Choice Properties
Choice Properties was seeking an experienced Property Manager to oversee its GTA office portfolio while maintaining strong relationships with tenants and service providers. Sandy brings broad commercial real estate experience across office, industrial, and retail portfolios, with a background in budgeting, financial reporting, capital projects, vendor management, and day-to-day operations. The role builds on her experience while providing the structure and mentorship to support her continued growth, making it a strong fit for both Sandy and Choice Properties.
James Bridgman – Operations Supervisor – The Spur Group
The Spur Group was looking for an experienced Operations Supervisor to lead building operations across a four-building commercial office campus. James stood out for his combination of hands-on operational experience and specialized BAS expertise. As Operations Supervisor, he will lead the Building Operations team and support tenant services, operational performance, and ongoing campus improvements.
Shanali Tewarapperuma – Project Coordinator – Adgar Canada
Adgar Canada was looking for a Project Coordinator with a strong technical foundation to support a growing range of construction, renovation, and capital projects. Shanali’s architectural background and experience in mixed-use residential redevelopment, rezoning, and schematic design made her a great fit. The opportunity allows Shanali to translate her design experience into a broader real estate project delivery role. She will support projects across Adgar Canada’s portfolio while developing hands-on experience in coordination, documentation, budgeting, and stakeholder management.
Han Yan – Manager, Property Accounting – Clarke Inc (Halifax)
As Clarke continues to grow its commercial real estate portfolio, the organization sought to strengthen its property accounting function by hiring a manager with strong technical expertise who could work closely with operational teams. We assessed Han as a strong fit for the opportunity, bringing a solid accounting foundation and experience supporting financial reporting and decision-making. In his new role, Han will also contribute to process improvements as the team continues to evolve.
Andrew Greven – Senior Analyst, Asset Management – Lotus Capital
Lotus Capital was looking to strengthen its asset management capabilities with a professional who could bring both portfolio-level analysis and hands-on asset expertise. Andrew stood out for his more than seven years of institutional real estate experience with CT REIT, Pure Industrial, and Cushman & Wakefield, spanning valuations, portfolio management, investment underwriting, and asset strategy across industrial and retail properties. Andrew enjoys learning about all aspects of the business, and the collaborative environment at Lotus is exactly what he was looking for.
Sharon Hong – Manager, Asset Management & Leasing – Concert Properties
Concert Properties was looking for someone to oversee leasing strategy, tenant relationships, and asset performance across industrial and commercial properties throughout Western Canada, with a focus on strengthening portfolio performance and creating long-term value. Sharon offers that combination with a background in property management and deep experience across asset management and leasing, including 3+ years as an Asset Manager with Nicola Wealth.
Blair Ference – Property Manager – Warrington PCI Management
The team at Warrington PCI Management was looking for a Property Manager with commercial experience who could contribute immediately to a diverse portfolio. Blair stood out through his progression at Transpacific Realty Advisors, advancing from Property Management Assistant to Junior Property Manager and developing a strong understanding of the business along the way. With exposure to larger properties, new clients and an experienced team to learn from, the opportunity at Warrington is a natural next step in Blair’s career.
Stephanie Lun – Senior Director, North America – Kiri Capital
Kiri Capital was looking to add senior leadership to its North American platform, with a need for someone who could connect asset management, financial performance, and portfolio strategy across a diversified real estate portfolio. A tough search, but in Stephanie we found someone with broad institutional experience across valuations, portfolio strategy, capital projects, leasing, and asset management in Canada and the US. Having worked for industry leaders such as Triovest, QuadReal and RBC, Stephanie is uniquely placed to oversee the platform and contribute across asset management, financial performance, and portfolio strategy while collaborating with Kiri’s global team.
Dion Chrapko – Director, Property Management – Warrington PCI Management
Warrington PCI Management turned to HighView to strengthen its property management leadership team. The search focused on finding an experienced leader with a strong track record across operations, team development, and client relationships. Dion brings 25 years of commercial real estate experience with BGO, Barclay Street Real Estate, GWL Realty Advisors, and Oxford Properties, spanning institutional and third-party property management across office, industrial, retail, and mixed-use assets. As Director, Property Management, he will lead and develop a property management team, strengthen operational processes, and build client relationships as the business continues to expand.
Are you looking to make the Next Best Move in your career, or is your team looking for the Next Best Hire?
Reach out to our team to discuss how we can help connect you with people who perform in Canadian real estate.
Co-founder of HighView Partners, Nicola brings over twenty years of experience in real estate recruitment across Canada. Nicola has worked with over 100 real estate employers and has successfully executed over 1000 searches throughout her career. Her focus on the real estate industry means she has built relationships with current and future real estate leaders. Her passion for connecting people who perform has created exceptional results and trusted relationships.
Nicola holds a degree in Psychology and a diploma in Life Coaching, and is a member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC). Her professional opinion has been featured in Canadian Property Management Magazine, and she has worked closely with BOMA. Nicola has also been a guest speaker at various industry events where she shares her expertise in attraction, retention and recruitment. Affiliated with Toronto CREW, Nicola is an advocate for women in real estate and supports various committees.
Outside of work, Nicola volunteers in her local community and supports several local charities. She enjoys travelling, reading, cooking (with a glass of red wine), and spending time with her family and friends.
Based in Vancouver, Richard leads HighView’s recruitment and talent search practice on the West Coast. Richard has been connecting people who perform in Canadian real estate since 2010. The industry regards him as one of its most diligent and professional recruiters. Originally from the UK and now a proud Canadian citizen, Richard has a far-reaching professional network, having also spent time in Sydney, Australia. Richard embodies HighView’s values and is resolute in his commitment to do the right thing by his clients and candidates.
Richard holds a BA in Criminology and International Politics. Over the past decade, Richard is proud to have helped hundreds of real estate professionals move forward in their careers. He is dedicated to staying on top of market news and industry trends, and is a familiar face at real estate associations, including NAIOP, BOMA, UDI, ICSC, and ULI.
Outside of work, Richard lives a healthy and active lifestyle. He thrives on setting new challenges and personal goals. From competitive road cycling, running and cross-country skiing, he can’t say no to a little friendly competition
