Manager, Building

LOOKING FOR A MANAGER, BUILDING & OPERATIONS SERVICES

Want to shape safe, efficient, and seamless work environments? Ready to lead facilities operations, ensure every space runs at its best, and drive sustainability, smart spending, and service excellence that impact daily experiences?

If yes, this opportunity is for you

Workland is proud to present this exciting career opportunity with one of the best employers in the region serving communities across British Columbia. They are seeking an experienced Manager, Building & Operations Services to help drive operational reliability, long-term infrastructure planning, and high-quality service delivery across its diverse portfolio of facilities.

• Take a key leadership role in managing corporate facilities.

• Opportunity to collaborate with diverse teams and external partners to create safe, efficient, and high-performing environments.

• Chance to lead and influence sustainability, preventative maintenance, and operational improvement initiatives that have a real impact.

• Join an organization recognized as one of BC's top employers with strong values and a mission-driven culture.

• Benefit from a competitive compensation package, robust benefits, and long-term career stability.

• Enjoy a flexible hybrid work schedule with both remote and on-site days.

• Work in a diverse, collaborative, and supportive environment.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Manager, Building & Operations Services leads all aspects of building operations across a large, multi-site corporate portfolio. In this role, you will oversee preventative maintenance, manage suppliers, monitor compliance, and ensure all facilities remain safe, efficient, and responsive to organizational needs. Reporting to senior leadership, you will guide a high-performing team while driving improvements, managing budgets, and supporting long-term operational planning.

You will be responsible for upholding operational standards, implementing efficiencies, fostering a strong team culture, and ensuring facilities services align with organizational goals, service expectations, and overall workplace experience.

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver full-spectrum, ongoing support for building operations to fulfill organizational objectives.
• Administer facilities budgets and preventative maintenance programs, balancing financial targets with business and corporate priorities.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and implement strategies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Oversee adherence to relevant regulations, organizational policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Recruit, mentor, develop, and evaluate both team members and contracted service providers.
• Cultivate a high-performing, collaborative, and supportive environment within the department and the wider organization.

THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION ARE:

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing or supervising building/facilities operations.
• Proven capacity to perform effectively in a fast-moving and dynamic work environment.
• Skilled in the use of facilities management systems and related software, such as service request platforms, building automation systems, Microsoft Office, and financial management tools.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation abilities.
• Professional designation such as Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Operations Management (Facilities), or an equivalent credential.
• Valid B.C. Class 5 Driver's License.
• A post-secondary degree in a relevant field is an asset.
• Prior experience in the public sector, especially within a unionized workplace is a strong asset.

Workland is proud to have been mandated to assist this client in the recruitment process for this great job opportunity. Workland's mission is to solve recruitment and job search challenges by combining experienced professionals, technology, and strategic marketing. The goal is to accelerate the connection between skilled talent and leading organizations through a process that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.