Coordinator, Space Planning & Leased Sites - BC Cancer - Provincial

Coordinator, Space Planning & Leased Sites

BC Cancer

Provincial, BC

Picture yourself working across all of BC Cancer’s health campuses where your role goes beyond conventional space management it's about working with different dynamic teams and tackling complex space optimization activities and management of existing leased sites.

From optimizing our leased site spaces to redesigning patient care areas, your impact will help transform every square foot of our BC Cancer campus.

This role offers the chance to be part of the capital planning team, contribute to the BC 10-Year Cancer Action Plan and improve the patient and staff experience.

Join us in shaping the future of how we use our health campus and be part of the journey as we tackle challenges and opportunities for innovation.

If you're passionate about space planning, ensuring all existing and new leased sites are set up for success and creating spaces that advance our BC 10-Year Cancer Action Plan, apply now and be a pivotal force in shaping cancer care!

The Coordinator, Space Planning & Leased Sites functions as a campus manager for BC Cancer staff in lower mainland leased sites.

In addition to managing building, clinical and administrative services space, the Coordinator develops and provides leadership to a Province-wide BC Cancer space planning program.

Working in collaboration with BC Cancer departments and Senior Leadership the Coordinator, Space Planning and Leased Sites will optimize use of interior space as well as independently identify, analyze, plan and coordinate space allocations across BC Cancer Centres.

What you’ll do

• Draft and implement a Province-wide BC Cancer space planning program in collaboration with regional managers to ensure alignment of corporate guidelines and space utilization policies throughout BC Cancer.
• Function as the campus Coordinator for all BC Cancer staff in leased sites, including management of the building, clinical and administrative services.

Ensures coordination of standardized office management practices across programs and sites.

• Carry out space planning analysis and reporting; develops and maintains metrics to support the efficient and effective utilization of space and makes recommendations to ensure appropriate space is available to support operational requirements and strategic goals.
• Consult with BC Cancer department and Senior Leadership to optimize use of all interior space. Independently identifies, analyzes, plans, and coordinates complex space allocations and ensures planning is aligned with corporate guidelines and space utilization policies.
• Establish and chair both the Provincial Space Planning Committee and the Vancouver Campus Space Planning Committee to provide updates and recommendations on space planning and related management projects and issues.

Develops and implements space management and utilization policies, guidelines, standards, processes and documentation for committee review, and the Senior Leadership Team’s approval.

What you bring

Qualifications :

A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to Bachelor's degree in business administration or related discipline, and five (5) years of experience in facilities and space planning.

You will have :

• Knowledge of space management and utilization principles.
• Effective organizational, research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize, plan, organize and carry out activities within tight timelines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present data in an effective manner.
• Leadership in facilitating and adapting to changes while establishing a high standard of quality and level of satisfaction amongst employees, clients, stakeholders.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate a variety of activities to ensure maximum effectiveness.
• Advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and a working knowledge of PC applications.
• Strong problem solver with integrity, adaptability and originality.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future.

That’s why we’re focused on your care too offering health, wellness, development programs to support you at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations offering vast opportunities for growth and development.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Perks include access to fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.

Salary : $72,445-$104,139 / year.

Location : Provincial Position which involves remote work, however, the candidate must be within the vicinity of a regional BC Cancer Centre to work on-site as required.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Hours of Work : Mon-Fri; 0830 -1630

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

What we do

provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia.

BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority () plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province.

Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include : Respect people Be compassionate Dare to innovate Cultivate partnerships Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs :

PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation.

True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination.

Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.