Control & Technical Systems Manager

VenorTalent; Halifax; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Armour Group Limited in Halifax, NS, seeks a Control & Technical Systems Manager to lead building operations and optimize BAS, HVAC, and critical systems across a diverse portfolio. You will manage a team of Building Operators, drive reliability, and partner with vendors on maintenance and capital projects.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in commercial or residential building operations, strong technical knowledge, and a proactive, collaborative leadership style suited for a growing

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial or residential building operations/maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of BAS, HVAC, mechanical equipment, and building systems.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and technical problem-solving ability.
• Ability to prioritize work, delegate effectively, and coordinate internal teams and external vendors.
• Entrepreneurial, continuous-improvement mindset with a willingness to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Building Operators, including training and onboarding.
• Monitor and optimize BAS, HVAC, mechanical equipment, and related systems across the portfolio.
• Assess and prioritize building system issues, coordinating internal resources and external vendors for resolution.
• Oversee third-party preventive maintenance, review service reports, obtain quotations, and coordinate repairs.
• Identify opportunities to improve building performance, energy efficiency, maintenance practices, and reliability.
• Support HVAC and mechanical repairs, equipment upgrades, and capital projects.
• Ensure building systems operate safely, reliably and in compliance with safety/regulatory requirements.
• Respond to tenant and operational concerns with a practical, customer-focused approach.
• Collaborate across the organization while managing priorities and making sound technical decisions.
• Oversee systems serving food & beverage operations, coordinating maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrades.

Skills

Building operations leadership

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

HVAC systems

Troubleshooting

Vendor coordination

Education

Diploma or certificate in a related technical field

Job description

Venor is proud to partner with The Armour Group Limited in their search for a Control & Technical Systems Manager to join their growing team in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The Armour Group Limited is one of the leading hospitality, development, and construction companies in Atlantic Canada. With its resolute team of professionals, The Armour Group Limited continues a proud history of creating a sense of place in Nova Scotia carefully designing, developing, constructing, and operating some of our region’s most iconic buildings and businesses including Muir Hotel, Delta by Marriott Dartmouth, and Queens Marque District. With more than 50 years of history locally, this family-owned firm remains committed to a principled approach to development, ensuring that our work is environmentally sustainable and integrated into the communities we serve.

The Opportunity Reporting to the Director of Building Operations, the Controls & Technical Systems Manager provides technical leadership across Armour's portfolio. The role is responsible for supporting the reliable and efficient operation of building automation, HVAC, mechanical equipment, and other critical building systems. Combining hands-on technical expertise with people's leadership, this individual will monitor building performance, troubleshoot complex issues, oversee preventative maintenance programs, and support repairs, upgrades, and capital projects. They will also serve as a technical resource to Building Operations, Maintenance, and Tenant Relations teams while identifying opportunities to improve system performance and maintenance practices across the portfolio.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Building Operators, including training, onboarding, and ongoing technical support.
• Monitor and optimize Building Automation Systems (BAS), HVAC, mechanical equipment, and related building systems across the portfolio.
• Assess and prioritize building system issues, coordinating internal resources and external vendors to ensure timely and effective resolution.
• Oversee third-party preventative maintenance programs, review service reports and recommendations, obtain quotations, and coordinate required repairs.
• Identify opportunities to improve building performance, energy and system efficiency, preventative maintenance practices, and equipment reliability.
• Support HVAC and mechanical repairs, equipment upgrades, and capital projects.
• Ensure building systems operate safely, reliably, and in accordance with applicable safety and regulatory requirements.
• Respond to tenant and operational concerns with a practical, responsive, and customer-focused approach.
• Collaborate across the organization while independently managing priorities and making sound technical decisions.
• Oversee HVAC and related mechanical equipment serving food and beverage establishments and commercial kitchen operations, coordinating preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and equipment upgrades as required.

What We Are Looking For

As the ideal candidate, you are an experienced building operations leader with a strong technical understanding of complex building systems. You bring hands-on expertise in building automation, HVAC, and mechanical systems, combined with sound judgment and a practical approach to troubleshooting, prioritizing issues, and determining when additional expertise or resources are required. You are a confident and collaborative leader who knows when to provide direction, when to delegate, and when to step in. Organized and adaptable, you effectively manage competing priorities, communicate across technical and non-technical teams, and maintain a practical, solutions-focused approach. You bring sound judgment, take initiative, and consistently look for opportunities to strengthen building performance and improve how work is delivered.

• 5+ years of experience in commercial or residential building maintenance and building operations with a diploma or certificate in a related technical field.
• Strong knowledge of Building Automation Systems, HVAC, mechanical equipment, and building systems.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and technical problem-solving ability.
• Ability to prioritize work, delegate effectively, and coordinate internal teams and external vendors.
• An entrepreneurial, continuous-improvement mindset with an eagerness to learn and grow.

This opportunity may also suit an experienced Building Operator who has developed strong technical expertise and is ready to take on greater leadership responsibility.

Why Join The Armour Group?

This is an opportunity to take the next step in your career with an established, locally owned organization and gain broader exposure across a diverse portfolio of properties and building systems. You will have the opportunity to lead people, solve complex technical challenges, improve how buildings operate, and continue expanding your responsibilities as you grow with the organization.