Facilities Manager - Commercial Building Operations

At Northview, we are a passionate, community-focused team dedicated to making our properties the best they can be. We are proud to live, work, and play in the neighborhoods we serve, next to our residents, hotel guests, and commercial tenants across Canada.

We are looking for a Facilities Manager - Commercial Building Operations to join our Commercial team in Yellowknife, NT. This position supervises 5-10 building operators and reports to the Commercial Property Manager. This management position plans, organizes, directs, controls and evaluates the general operation of a portfolio of commercial, retail, and warehouse buildings. While the position focuses on operations, providing support to administration, security, and leasing functions, is necessary from time to time.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for providing supervision and management of a team of commercial building operators in Yellowknife and Inuvik, including spot checking building logs
• Ensure daily, weekly & monthly inspections are carried out in building equipment and 5th class plants
• Set up and execute a preventative maintenance program for all plants with a combination of in-house personnel and contractor's i.e. HVAC and boiler servicing
• Organize an after-hours schedule and ensure the position is properly covered
• Supervise the work of contractors (snow clearing, garbage disposal, janitorial, etc.)
• Organize annual boiler service, fire alarm service, sprinkler service, generator set service, and other legally obligated certifications as required
• Work with the Health and Safety Manager to ensure safe and reliable operation of Northview's facilities, including attending safety meetings and submitting reports as necessary
• Manage tenant improvements for new and existing tenants.
• Prepare RFS (Request For Service) for landlord and tenant authorization
• Review and approve tenant drawings and signage requests
• Conduct move-out appointments with expiring tenants and ensure the premises are in good condition
• Ensure all tenant work orders are addressed in a timely fashion in accordance with standards set by Northview
• Perform regular inspections of buildings and properties
• Manage projects from the building improvement budget (recoverable and non-recoverable)
• Prepare annual budgets in collaboration with the Commercial Property Manager and the Regional Director
• Mentor your direct reports to improve their overall job confidence, where necessary
• Maintain a professional relationship with inspectors and contractors
• Create and update a contractor list monthly
• Occasional travel to Inuvik, estimated to be twice a year, but could be more frequent
• Other duties as assigned by the manager

Qualifications:

• Must have a valid driver's license
• Holds a valid 5th Class Power Engineer Certificate
• Experience with building automation systems
• Basic computer proficiency
• Able to work independently and is a self-starter
• Working knowledge work order management systems
• A strategic and operational thinker with a proven track record of accomplishments, outstanding analytical skills, decision making, and team building skills
• Strong leadership and communication (both written and verbal) skills
• Must be able to analyze data, including financial and technical, from a variety of sources

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Extended health care including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance, drug coverage, and wellness programs
• Discounts on rent at Northview properties
• Vacation Travel Assistance for Northern employees

If your background matches the qualifications listed above and you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the communities we serve, please submit your resume in confidence. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue through the selection process will be contacted. Northview welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.