Canderel - Operations Supervisor

Job Description

Posted Friday, February 28, 2025 at 5:00 AM

Who we are:

Canderel is a top real estate company known for its expertise in commercial, residential, and investment partnerships. We excel in delivering innovative solutions and outstanding value across all areas of real estate. Dedicated to creating vibrant, sustainable communities, we enhance the lives of residents, tenants, and partners through creative thinking and exceptional execution. Committed to diversity and inclusion, we actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) and LGBTQ+ communities.

Summary:

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Operations Supervisor will be assigned to oversee a Class A office portfolio in downtown Montreal. They are expected to direct, coordinate, and support the operations staff in their day to day work. The Operations Supervisor is a key resource for the entire property team when reviewing property operations or concerns, and in supporting larger projects.

Responsibilities:

• Coordination and Supervision – Monitors the overall effectiveness of the work performed by the building operators. Assist the operators with tasks, trouble-shooting, and implementation of effective solutions to problems. Coaches, mentors, and is available to support operations staff with their concerns. Reviews the monthly Building Operator Time Allocation Forms and mileage prior to entering the information in the spreadsheets for Payroll Allocation. Uses this information to adjust allocations if required.
• Financial – Obtains quotes and provides recommendations to assist with the preparation and periodic review of operational budgets. Plans effective strategies to utilize Canderel’s size to obtain savings on contracts, services, and equipment replacement.
• Best Practices - Improve processes and policies in support of organizational and client goals. Formulate and implement policies and procedures to maximize output and ensure a consistent customer experience.
• Sustainability – Identify and ensure the implementation of sound environmental practices throughout the portfolio.
• Human Resources - Assist with recruitment and placement of required staff. Monitor and evaluate performance.
• Project Management – Assists Property Manager with project planning for larger construction projects, manages the coordination and control and post project activities.
• PM Support – Be available to review property and operational staff concerns and lend expertise in the development and implementation of solutions.
• Health and Safety – Champion the OH&S Program across the region. Ensure that staff and the buildings in the portfolio comply with good Occupational Health and Safety practices. Develop and keep current Canderel Health and Safety Policies at the property level. Liaise with Canderel staff and contractors as required to ensure that they understand and comply with safe work practices.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Allocates the building operators and alternates to all buildings in the assigned portfolio.
• Implements changes in procedures to support client/tenant goals and Canderel objectives.
• Performs Building Operator Performance Reviews. Interviews tenants and PMs to collect information used in the review.
• Enforces Canderel H&S plan. Suspends any work performed in an unsafe manner or that is detrimental to the health of workers or the tenants.
• Ensures that contractors fulfill their contractual obligations and provides them with written notice of deficiencies in need of correction.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• 10 years commercial operations experience.
• Knowledge and experience in organizational effectiveness and operations management
• Knowledge of basic human resource principles and practices
• Knowledge of construction project management principles and practices, and project management experience
• Knowledge of sustainability concepts, upgrades and programs such as BOMA BESt and able to drive them
• Extensive knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and roofing systems.
• Building Operator 4th or 5th Class Power Engineer
• Effective knowledge of Microsoft Office Word and Excel

Canderel is an equal opportunity employer. We believe a diverse and inclusive workforce drives innovation and makes our company stronger. We are committed to fostering a safe and positive environment that respects people’s dignity, ideas and beliefs. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants to join our team as we continue to grow and build a strong and varied workforce reflective of today’s diverse world.