About the Opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation, maintenance, safety, and overall functionality of a community-focused facility in Vancouver.

This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for ensuring the building operates safely and efficiently while managing preventative maintenance, repairs, contractors, facilities staff, budgets, and improvement projects. The successful candidate will bring strong technical knowledge along with the professionalism, empathy, and sound judgment required to work in an setting serving vulnerable and marginalized individuals.

Key Responsibilities

- Plan and coordinate preventative maintenance and building repairs.
- Oversee building systems including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
- Conduct regular safety inspections and ensure compliance with applicable building codes and safety regulations.
- Manage emergency preparedness plans and respond appropriately to facility-related emergencies.
- Oversee janitorial services, waste disposal, building upkeep, and energy consumption.
- Procure necessary facilities supplies and materials.
- Manage relationships with external contractors, maintenance providers, cleaning companies, security providers, and other vendors.
- Negotiate and manage service contracts.
- Track facility expenses and identify opportunities for cost savings.
- Lead renovation, installation, upgrade, and facility improvement projects.
- Supervise, support, and provide direction to facilities staff.
- Work collaboratively with internal departments and communicate maintenance activities, disruptions, and facility updates to employees.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will bring significant facilities leadership experience and a strong understanding of building operations. Key requirements include:

- Minimum 10 years of facilities management experience.
- Strong technical understanding of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, building systems,



and general maintenance.
- Demonstrated experience managing facility improvement or renovation projects.
- Strong leadership and team-management abilities.
- Experience managing facility budgets and controlling operating costs.
- Knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to respond quickly to operational issues.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.
- Ability to maintain a calm, welcoming, empathetic, and professional demeanor, particularly when interacting with vulnerable or marginalized individuals.

Qualifications

- Degree or certification in Facilities Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- BOMA designation and HVAC 4th Class Power Engineer credential.
- Previous facilities management or comparable operational leadership experience.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Ability to successfully complete a Criminal Record Check – Vulnerable Sector.
- Clean driving record.
- Ability to respond to emergency situations after regular working hours.
- Management experience within a unionized environment is strongly preferred.
- Previous experience in a not-for-profit, shelter, group home, social housing, recovery house, or similar environment is considered an asset.

Additional Training & Assets

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) and Mental Health First Aid training are considered assets. Standard First Aid or equivalent training will be required within the first three months of employment.

Physical & Working Requirements

This is a hands-on facilities position. Candidates must be comfortable working in environments that can occasionally be physically demanding, dirty, noisy, hot, or cold. The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs/23 kg regularly and perform physical activities including bending, kneeling, crouching, and stooping. Some outdoor building maintenance may also be required.

Pay: $89,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Facilities Manager (Vancouver)
🏢 Express Employment Professionals
📍 Vancouver