Department and Commission: Sustainability and Asset Management, Corporate Services

Affiliation: Non Union

Vacancy Type: Replacement

Posting Date: September 25, 2026

Application Deadline: October 11, 2026

About the City of Markham The City of Markham is consistently ranked among Canada’s top municipal employers. In 2026, the City received its sixth consecutive Canada’s Best Employers recognition from Forbes and Statista Inc., placing third among municipalities and 15th overall in Government Services. An award-winning municipality, Markham is recognized for its leadership in sustainability, innovative urban planning, and strong fiscal management.

Serving a diverse and growing community of more than 370,000 residents, Markham combines rich heritage with a vibrant local economy and offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, impactful work that helps strengthen the community we serve.

Join us and make a lasting difference!

Job Summary The Sustainability and Asset Management Department at the City of Markham is actively working on innovative projects that will further enhance our internal processes and procedures. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Facility Assets, the successful candidate will work closely with the relevant business units to review and analyze data, practices, procedures and policies with reference to best practices, applicable standards and legislations as it relates to project management within the Asset Management Department.

This position will coordinate activities with business units across the Asset Management Department under the general direction of Sr. Manager, Facility Assets.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Architectural Drafting

- Updating base building CAD files
- Archiving hard copies of as-built drawings
- Preparing as-builts of existing facilities
- Reviewing consultant drawings and specifications

Space Planning

- Updating database for furniture inventory
- Updating furniture database (Excel)
- Managing furniture, key, and facility inventory
- Assisting staff with furniture requests for repair/replacement




- Preparing floor plans and designs for interior projects (space planning, furniture, small renovations).

Sustainability

- Assisting the Sustainability team with Net-Zero project research, design, reporting, and construction documentation
- Grant proposals for future projects
- Energy load calculations for Net-Zero projects
- Utility billing tracking, invoicing and reporting

Working Conditions

- Working in-office and attending sites within the City of Markham
- May (rarely) be required to work some extended hours periodically (weekends, holidays and evenings) to support programs and projects
- May require assistance with office furniture moves/relocations.

Qualifications

- Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a post-secondary institution in a relevant program.
- Interest in asset management, the construction of buildings, sustainability, data science or other related topics considered an asset
- Strong organization, communication, multitasking, and leadership skills
- Proactive, self-starter that can work well independently and with others
- Flexibility to work occasional (rare) evenings, weekends, and public holidays
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and video conferencing platforms
- Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
- Additional assets:
- Hold a valid G Driver’s license
- Ability to visit a variety of other City of Markham facilities

Core Behaviours

- Service Excellence: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
- Change & Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
- Teamwork & Relationship Building:



Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
- Communication: Communicates in a clear, qualified and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
- Accountable & Results Oriented: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.
- Management & Leadership: Demonstrates self-management, professionalism and engagement; leads by example.

Core Values At the City of Markham, our work is guided by a shared set of core values that shape how we serve our community and support one another.

- Service Excellence: the consistent delivery of high-quality efficient and customer-centric service that exceeds expectations.
- Accountability: our obligation to be responsible and accountable for our actions, decisions and performance.
- People-Focused: putting people first.
- Trust: the confidence we place in each other to act with integrity and fairness.
- Innovation: Investing in each other and the way we deliver our programs and services.

We are looking for candidates who bring these values to life through their actions, decisions, and leadership approach.

Conditions of Employment

As a condition of employment, you will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters check

AI Disclosure

At the City of Markham, we value transparency and fairness in recruitment. While our system (ADP Workforce Now) includes AI-powered features, we do not use AI to screen, assess, or select applicants. All evaluations are conducted by people.

The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible and barrier free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Please let us know if you require accommodation and we will work with you to ensure a barrier free hiring process.

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