Building Services Manager

EllisDon; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Toronto is seeking a Building Services Manager for the New Toronto Courthouse. The role involves overseeing building operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing technical staff. Ideal candidates should have at least five years of engineering management experience and relevant certifications. This position offers a competitive compensation package in an inclusive workplace that values diversity.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Inclusive work environment

Opportunities for continuous learning and growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of engineering management experience.
• At least five years of building operations or facilities management experience.
• Strong understanding of building, safety, and fire codes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations and maintenance of building systems.
• Manage subcontracted staff service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Engineering management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Building systems knowledge

Team collaboration

Familiarity with safety codes

Education

Licensed Professional Engineer

Relevant trade certifications

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Job description

New Toronto Courthouse

10 Armoury St

Toronto, ON M5G, CAN

We recognize that the construction industry is changing rapidly, and we continually strive to be at the forefront. Our core values empower people to build great careers and develop creative solutions for complex problems on some of the most exciting projects. To learn more, check out our Cradle to Grave services and hear from our team directly about what a career at EllisDon could look like for you.

Above all, we are a group of individuals with diverse experiences, and at EllisDon, we celebrate the strength in our differences every day. Our commitment to Inclusive Diversity is to work together to create an environment where every employee feels safe to be their true and authentic self.

Role: Building Services Manager (Operations & Maintenance)

• Oversee the operations and preventative/corrective maintenance of all building systems within the courthouse, including HVAC, electrical, mechanical, life safety, security, landscaping, etc.
• Manage service delivery of subcontracted staff.
• Assign daily responsibilities and provide technical guidance to operations staff.
• Lead Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives to streamline operations, eliminate redundancies, optimize asset performance, and utilize staff, systems, and budgets effectively.
• Direct and manage all trades and contractors on site.
• Maintain accurate and current Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for various systems.
• Ensure all mechanical and electrical equipment (chillers, boilers, air handlers, etc.) meet operational and statutory requirements, supporting continuous operation and contractual goals.
• Utilize and optimize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), build/modify Preventive Maintenance reports, and ensure data integrity.
• Lead staff health and safety initiatives.
• Oversee financial objectives, compliance with Health and Safety standards, and monitor, analyze, and report on equipment and facility performance.
• Serve as a technical point of contact for the site.

Is this the right role for you?

• Minimum of five years of engineering management experience in facility maintenance.
• At least five years of building operations and/or facilities management experience.
• Relevant trade certifications (electrical, plumbing, millwright, HVAC) or post-secondary education.
• Licensed Professional Engineer with expertise in complex mechanical and electrical assets, fluent in Building Systems, familiar with Automation/Controls.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret SLAs and KPIs.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with team members and stakeholders.
• P3 experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of building, safety, and fire codes.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and be on-call as required.
• Security clearance is required.

EllisDon offers a unique career opportunity emphasizing continuous learning, growth, and a competitive compensation package within an inclusive environment that values diversity.

Be yourself — we'll pay you for it!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of any age, culture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic background. Our core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect guide us in fostering an inclusive workplace.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities will be provided upon request during the recruitment process.

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