Building Manager

FirstService Residential; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management firm in North Vancouver seeks a Building Manager. The role involves overseeing daily operations, conducting inspections, and ensuring residents' satisfaction. Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a similar role and strong communication skills. Competitive hourly compensation ranges from $23 to $25, with benefits including health and dental coverage.

Benefits

Health & dental benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance plan

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in a residential strata or commercial setting.
• Excellent command of the English language for effective communication.
• Experience maintaining building and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections and minor maintenance of the property.
• Oversee trades and contractors ensuring timely project completion.
• Manage bookings and enforce Strata bylaws.

Skills

Building Manager experience

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Basic handyperson skills

Computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Job description

Description

About FirstService Residential

FirstService Residential transforms the property management landscape by providing professional association management services to over 9,000 residential communities across the United States and Canada.

Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by our Great Place to Work certification, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our 19,000 associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical, dental, career training, and support for continued professional development.

Experience being part of a high-performing team with a fulfilling career in property management with FirstService Residential.

Job Overview

As a Building Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the building to ensure an excellent living experience for tenants. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to think quickly on their feet, have excellent task and time management, problem solve and create great relationships and a sense of community within the property.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of the property (interior / exterior), and complete minor maintenance such as power washing and building repairs
• Schedule, meet, and oversee trades and other contractors in the building, ensuring projects are completed in a proper and timely manner
• Conduct administrative and clerical functions such as managing social room bookings; maintaining records, directories and manuals; distributing and controlling entry fobs; collecting / recording parking and other fees, post notices and enforce Strata bylaws and rules
• Report building issues and incidents in writing to Strata Property Manager and Strata Council
• Respond to residents' queries & requests promptly and professionally and sched resident move-ins / outs
• Respond to emergencies, assist first responders and execute emergency protocol as needed
• Perform monthly security inspections & procedures (generators, fire alarm, others) as required
• Work closely with and assist the Strata Property Manager, the on-site cleaning and front desk team, and Strata Council to ensure a smooth building operation

Shifts Available (Monday to Friday)

• 9am to 5pm

Skills and Qualifications

• At least one year of Building Manager experience in residential strata or commercial setting is required
• Excellent written and oral command of the English language is necessary in order to be able to work efficiently and communicate appropriately with our clients and our support staff.
• Strong customer service and communication skills, verbally and in writing with residents, clients and support staff
• Experience with maintaining building and mechanical systems, and basic handyperson skills are strong assets
• Possess solid computer skills (Microsoft Office, internet, e-mail and messaging / text proficiency)
• Experience with new development is an asset.
• Mandarin / Cantonese speaking will be an asset

Physical Requirements

• Ability to patrol the property including stairs, hallways, interior, and exterior
• Ability to work in different environmental working conditions (wind, heat, cold, rain, etc.)
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to use standard building equipment (vacuum, climb a ladder, mob, handyperson tools for minor maintenance, power washer, leaf blower, etc.)

What We Offer

As a full-time associate, you will be eligible for employer paid health & dental, paid time off benefits, access to our Employee Assistance Plan, and Tuition Reimbursement Program.

Compensation

$23 - $25 per hour

Please ensure to include a copy of your resume, highlighting your qualifications and the reasons why you think you would be a good fit for our company.

Please ensure your resume has a valid number and email address you can be reached at.

FirstService Residential is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. It is our policy to promote equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective associates. This applies to all employment-related matters, including the recruitment process, hiring decisions, compensation and benefits. We are committed to providing and maintaining a working environment that is based on respect and preserves the dignity and rights of everyone in the organization. If you have questions before or during the application process about our equal opportunity workplace, please reach out to our Recruitment team.

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