Role Overview

The Senior Facilities Manager leads the day-to-day and strategic oversight of company facilities, including buildings, grounds, and company-provided housing. This position is accountable for ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant facility operations while supporting capital projects, renovations, and long-range infrastructure planning. The role manages operational budgets, external vendors, and internal teams to ensure optimal performance of people, assets, and resources.

This position also serves as a key liaison for facility-related planning initiatives, construction projects, and ongoing operational improvements across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with internal teams and external service providers to deliver reliable facility services and programs
• Plan and coordinate facility usage, preventive maintenance schedules, and operational support for events or special projects
• Develop and execute short- and long-term facility maintenance strategies, including emergency preparedness plans
• Oversee renovation, construction, repair, and preventive maintenance initiatives from planning through completion
• Perform regular inspections to confirm compliance with safety standards, codes, and regulatory requirements
• Manage operational budgets related to maintenance, custodial services, and grounds operations
• Lead hiring, training, performance management, and professional development of facilities staff
• Prepare and communicate reports, updates, and compliance documentation to leadership and stakeholders
• Evaluate staffing needs and recommend workforce adjustments to maintain operational effectiveness
• Research building systems, materials, codes, and vendor solutions to inform purchasing and planning decisions
• Oversee janitorial and custodial services for office, warehouse, and related facilities
• Coordinate transportation logistics for employees and guests as required
• Maintain oversight of company-owned vehicles and fleet operations
• Select, manage, and evaluate third-party vendors for facility services and special projects
• Perform additional duties aligned with facility operations as needed

Required Skills

• Broad technical capability across multiple building trades and facility systems
• Strong understanding of safety protocols, inspections, hazardous materials, and project execution
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and competing priorities

Knowledge & Expertise

• Building and construction codes, maintenance best practices, and facility operations standards
• Workplace safety regulations and occupational risk management
• Professional written and verbal communication, including documentation and reporting

Core Competencies

• Ability to manage multiple concurrent activities and shifting priorities
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating cross-functionally
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and team development abilities
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and deadline management

Scope of Responsibility

• Operates with autonomy within established organizational guidelines
• Oversees departmental operations, staffing, and financial performance
• Collaborates across departments to optimize resource utilization
• Plays a critical role in maintaining service quality and operational reliability

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Role includes physical activity such as lifting, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and manual tasks
• Exposure to varying environmental conditions and occasional operational risk

Experience & Education

• Minimum of five years of progressive experience in facilities management, building maintenance, or construction operations
• Relevant post-secondary education required; professional or industry certifications preferred
• Proficiency with basic computer applications, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

JOB CODE: 1000320