Superintendent, Facilities Project Management

Join the City of Medicine Hat as a Superintendent, Facilities Project Management

Permanent, Full time, On Site

Join a forward-thinking Facilities Management team where your leadership experience and expertise in building management truly matter. In this role, you'll lead a team of Project Managers, oversee facility-related capital programs, and ensure our assets are planned, prioritized, and positioned for long-term success. If you are a strategic leader who values collaboration, problem-solving, and continuous improvement, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Your key responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Facilities Project Managers to ensure high-quality and efficient delivery of work.
• Delegate assignments, monitor progress, and maintain accountability for timelines, quality standards, and compliance.
• Support staff through performance management, training plans, and ongoing feedback to foster a culture of safety, respect, communication, and productivity.
• Guide your team in assessing existing infrastructure, including condition, lifecycle expectations, and future suitability.
• Translate building management insights into prioritized project rankings and long-term asset strategies.
• Participate in developing and evaluating strategic and operational business plans, capital forecasts, and Realty Asset Management Planning (RAMP).
• Assist with preparing, monitoring, and reporting on capital and operating budgets.
• Lead the delivery of the City's realty project management program.
• Provide consistent leadership, direction, and communication to Project Managers to ensure alignment with program goals.
• Oversee the development of technical options analysis, business cases, and proposals that support evidence-based decision-making.
• Administer procurement processes for design and construction services.
• Manage contractor performance, ensuring safety compliance, quality control, and adherence to City standards.
• Ensure all work meets applicable legislation, building codes, electrical/mechanical standards, and City policies.
• Maintain and ensure accessibility of facility construction, telecommunications, and space management standards.
• Ensure environmental, safety, and equipment records are compliant with regulatory requirements.

What you bring

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, guide, and develop a team of Project Managers.
• Expertise in building management, asset lifecycle planning, and prioritizing facility-related capital projects.
• In-depth knowledge of building systems, construction project management, and applicable codes and standards (building, mechanical, electrical, safety, communications).
• Understanding of industry best practices and emerging technologies in asset and facilities management.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, contractors, senior leadership, and external stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and collaboration.
• Ability to interpret directives, make sound decisions, and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to quickly learn City-specific software systems.
• Strong risk-management abilities, including identifying and mitigating project risks and opportunities.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to Health, Safety and Environmental Management System standards.

Qualifications

• A recognized two-year diploma in business administration or a program with a technical emphasis in facilities technologies.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in facilities or project management, including at least three (3) years of supervisory or management experience, preferably in a municipal environment.
• Experience managing facility-related capital projects and leading PM teams.
• A background in building management, asset planning, and prioritizing capital work.
• Certified or eligibility to obtain a certificate as a Project Management Professional (PMP) is considered an asset.
• Professional membership in a related facilities or trades association is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.

Why join us?

• Make a difference: Contribute to the growth and development of our employees, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional advancement.
• Collaborative environment: Work alongside passionate professionals dedicated to achieving excellence and driving positive change within the organization.
• Career growth opportunities: Access to ongoing training, development programs and advancement opportunities to support your professional growth and career aspirations.
• Competitive benefits package: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including competitive base salary, health, dental, retirement plans and more.
• Competitive rate of pay: Starting at $94,400 per year
• Relocation assistance available: Relocation Assistance is available for the successful candidate. We're a community-minded city with an entrepreneurial spirit and a vibrant industrial history. Medicine Hat is Canada's sunniest city; spring starts early, and summer stretches out a little further, with an average of 330 days of sunshine per year. With a diverse range of cultural experiences, beautiful parks, and a sunny four-season climate, Medicine Hat is a place where you can truly feel at home. Explore the unique opportunities that make our city a great place to live, work, learn and play. Opportunity Awaits - Move to Medicine Hat

This position has been identified as Safety Sensitive and requires the completion of a satisfactory pre-employment drug screen, which includes testing for cannabis use.

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