Facilities Manager Jobs

Servus is growing! We are currently looking for a Facilities Manager in our Corporate Services department.

Employment Status:

Full-time (37.5 hours/week)

Location: The scope of the position is province-wide, working from an office located in either Edmonton, Red Deer, or Calgary.

Compensation: $102,897 - $128,622 dependent on experience and education

Apply before: August 26, 2023

Additional Information

Reporting to the Senior Manager Corporate Services your primary goal is the security, maintenance and services of Servus facilities to ensure that they meet the needs of our members and employees.

More specifically, the scope of your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Discrepancies to quotes or quality of work completed to be addressed with vendors in a timely manner
• Assist in the managing of the required database and diary system (Asset Planner software), and information to pro-actively administer all required activities with as many viable beneficial options accruing to Servus, as possible. This will include database tracking for landscaping, HVAC, roof, and other areas that need regular monitoring
• Assist in the development of annual budget, maintenance budget, manage changes, determine progress, and generate forecasts. Be responsible for facilities maintenance financial performance.
• Responsible for the land, physical buildings and building systems, furniture, exterior signage and lighting and the servicing, maintenance, and repair thereto
• Develop and implement policies and procedures relating to effective facilities management
• Maintain awareness of changing technologies and looks for opportunities which can either reduce operating costs or move our facilities to becoming more environmentally friendly
• Facilitate and support the primary owner of office, security, telephone, banking, computer equipment and related cabling to achieve the desired outcomes for our internal customers
• Manage employee performance and ensure understanding of job expectations, taking steps to remove barriers to success and encourage accountability
• Implement, maintain and monitor a schedule for branch visits and maintenance across the province
• Responsible to manage a team of Facilities Technicians and Coordinators across the province.
• Negotiate contracts with service suppliers and contractors with Procurement support
• Manage a provincial listing for local maintenance persons (preferably a member) to do tasks for branch/building maintenance, where our facilities employees are not located
• Engage and expend corporate resources wisely. Adhere to internal policies and procedures relating to costs and vendor management. Critique and authorize invoices to ensure work competed is cost effective and ensure timely payment
• Complete Life Safety Plan for all buildings and be a support to Human Resources with Occupational Health and Safety requirements, activities, and initiatives
• Provide business case analysis and consulting support and work closely with departments/branches to validate business needs and requirements.

Requirements

To qualify, you will need at least the following:

• Can successfully convey messages and demonstrate openness to exploring alternative points of view.
• Facilitates the adoption of change and create a high-performance culture through alignment of your team’s work with organizational goals.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite
• Demonstrates critical thinking to guide decision making and apply a strategic mindset to adjust business plans based on shifting priorities
• Must be able to build trusting relationships and provide feedback to enable the successful development of your team and colleagues.
• Demonstrated experience building and leading a team and have a working knowledge of effective management practices, team development approaches and group dynamics
• Must be a well-organized, detail and customer (internal and external) oriented self-starter
• 5 or more years in property management, business management and related progressive leadership experience
• Fosters innovation and continuous improvement with a focus on client experience.

Education and Training:

• Knowledge of general maintenance methods, operating requirements, project management and safety precautions related to facilities management
• Project/Construction Management experience supervising projects considered an asset
• University or college undergraduate degree in Business, Engineering (or equivalent professional level experience), or a Journeyman Trade Certificate considered an asset

Licenses/Certificates:

• Real Property Administrator (RPA) or Facility Management Administrator (FMA) certifications (or equivalents) are an asset
• Valid driver's license
• Completion of OHSA 1 & 2 (Occupational Health and Safety Act) designations, WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) certification

Other special requirements necessary to do the job:

Travel throughout the province will be required to meet with staff and visit existing and potential properties.

On-call 24 hours a day, as part of a rotating schedule. Will be required for 365 days a year as a point of escalation, if not first line contact for premises related emergencies.

Most importantly, we are looking for candidates with strong communication and critical thinking skills who are detail oriented. If you are an innovative, customer focused, and organized leader looking for a long-term career growth, then we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Where we work?

Servus has introduced a new flexible hybrid work model which consists of a combination of working in the office and working remotely. The hybrid approach provides employees with more flexibility, while still allowing employees to connect in person and remotely and building upon the culture that makes Servus such a great place to work. Due to the nature of this position, the majority of this work will be required to be onsite.

Why choose Servus?

Working for Servus has outstanding benefits. We offer our employees flexible and practical benefits in addition to competitive salaries and career building opportunities. Some of our benefits include:

• Flexible group benefit plan
• Group RSP programs available after 3 months
• 3-week vacation and vacation purchase program
• Flexible health and/or wellness spending account
• Immediate financial service benefits
• Profit Share
• Employee/family assistance program

Servus is building a culture where diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are at the center of why we work and how we work. If you want to join a team of community leaders passionate in making an impact, apply now!

What happens next?

Thank you for applying with Servus Credit Union! If you are shortlisted for this opportunity, you will hear from us after the posting closes regarding next steps. Should you require an accommodation during the application and selection process, please contact us at [email protected] with the position and location you are interested in.

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