The Client:

Our client is an established and highly diversified real estate and investment group with a significant presence in Vancouver and across North America. With a long-standing history and reputation within real estate.

The Position:

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Building Operator to oversee the day-to-day building operations and maintenance across a diverse commercial portfolio in Vancouver.

Reporting to the Property Manager, this is a hands-on, mobile position responsible for ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance and overall presentation of multiple properties, including office, retail, industrial and mixed-use assets.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise across building systems, particularly HVAC and Building Automation Systems (BAS/DDC), alongside the leadership capabilities required to oversee building operators, contractors and external service providers.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Building Operator looking to take on greater responsibility, lead operational activities across multiple properties and play an important role in maintaining and enhancing a diverse commercial real estate portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

- Oversee day-to-day building operations and maintenance across a multi-property commercial portfolio, ensuring all assets are maintained to a high standard.
- Lead, supervise and coordinate building operators, contractors and external service providers, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to the required standards.
- Conduct regular building inspections and preventative maintenance across all major building systems, including HVAC, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, plumbing and electrical infrastructure.
- Operate, monitor, troubleshoot and optimize Building Automation Systems (BAS), including DDC controls, to ensure building systems are performing efficiently.
- Monitor building performance, identify operational issues and implement solutions to improve equipment reliability, energy efficiency and overall building performance.
- Develop, implement and maintain standardized preventative maintenance programs, inspection schedules and operational procedures across the portfolio.
- Manage the Prism Work Order System, ensuring maintenance requests are accurately recorded, prioritized and completed within appropriate timeframes.




- Respond to tenant service requests and emergency situations, providing timely resolutions while minimizing disruption to building operations.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with tenants through professional communication and a proactive approach to property maintenance.
- Source and manage qualified vendors, obtain competitive quotes and oversee contractor performance, ensuring work is delivered within agreed budgets and scopes.
- Support capital planning, lifecycle replacement programs and building improvement projects, including quarterly and annual maintenance initiatives.
- Oversee exterior property maintenance, including landscaping, snow removal, line painting and general site upkeep.
- Review service contracts and work with internal teams to identify opportunities for cost savings and improved service delivery.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, standard operating procedures, safety requirements and applicable building regulations.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, operational documentation, inspection reports and work order updates.
- Undertake hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs as required, providing technical guidance and support to the wider operations team.

The Requirements:

- Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in building operations, ideally within a commercial real estate environment.
- Strong technical knowledge of commercial building systems, including HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and life safety systems.
- Advanced hands-on experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS), including DDC controls, with the ability to troubleshoot, adjust and optimize system performance.
- Previous experience overseeing building operators, contractors and service vendors, ideally across multiple properties.
- Demonstrated experience developing and implementing preventative maintenance programs and coordinating building maintenance activities.
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving capabilities,



with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex building operational issues.
- Experience with CMMS platforms, ideally Prism, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities across a diverse property portfolio.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with tenants, contractors and internal stakeholders.
- A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently while providing leadership and direction to others.
- Valid driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle, with the ability to travel between properties throughout Vancouver.
- Ability to successfully pass a criminal record check.
- Availability to respond to after-hours emergencies and participate in an on-call rotation as required.

Why Should You Apply?

- Leadership Opportunity: Take ownership of building operations across a diverse commercial portfolio, with responsibility for coordinating operators, contractors and service providers.
- Portfolio Variety: Gain exposure to a range of commercial asset classes, including office, retail, industrial and mixed-use properties.
- Technical Development: Work with a variety of complex building systems and automation technologies, with the opportunity to influence operational efficiency and building performance.
- Career Progression: Step into a senior-level position offering increased responsibility, autonomy and the chance to further develop your leadership capabilities.
- Established Organization: Join a well-established Vancouver-based business with a diverse real estate portfolio and long-term investment approach.
- Hands-On Impact: Play a key role in maintaining property standards, improving building performance and enhancing the tenant experience.

To Apply:

If you are an experienced Building Operator with strong technical knowledge, particularly across HVAC and BAS/DDC systems, and are looking for an opportunity to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume for consideration. All applications will be treated confidentially.

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Pay: $80,000.00-$95,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Senior Building Operator (Vancouver)
🏢 Taylor | Ryan
📍 Vancouver