Director, Facilities and Maintenance Open Collapsible Content

Explore Edmonton Corporation; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Edmonton seeks a strategic Director, Facilities & Maintenance to lead operations and infrastructure projects at a major venue. This role requires proven leadership in facilities management along with extensive experience in building systems and project oversight to enhance the venue's efficiency and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in facility management or related.
• 5+ years in a leadership role required.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations including maintenance and security.
• Manage departmental budgets and vendor contracts.
• Drive sustainability initiatives and ensure compliance.

Skills

Building operations knowledge

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Leadership skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Facility Management, Engineering, or related field

Project Management Professional Certification

5th Class Power Engineer Certificate

Tools

MS Office Suite

MPulse

Job description

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for building operations, engineering, and sustainability? The Edmonton Convention Centre is looking for a dynamic Director, Facilities & Maintenance to lead key infrastructure projects and operations that shape the future of our venue.

Reporting to the General Manager and serving as a key member of our Strategy Team, you’ll oversee everything from structural engineering and building systems to capital projects, venue safety, and security. You’ll play a vital role in standardizing and optimizing facility operations while leading a team that ensures our space is safe, efficient, and future-ready.

This role is perfect for a proven leader with a track record in managing complex projects, building strong relationships with stakeholders, and delivering operational excellence. You’ll collaborate with City of Edmonton officials, architects, designers, contractors, and vendors to bring innovative solutions to life.

From managing budgets and preventive maintenance programs to overseeing emergency response readiness and sustainability initiatives, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact at one of Edmonton’s most iconic venues.

What to Expect

The successful candidate will need to be able to thrive in a fast-moving environment, quickly getting up to speed with diverse systems and workflows. They’ll bring strong industry insight, strategic thinking, and a solution-oriented mindset to lead their team through change—adapting with confidence and influencing positive transformation across the organization.

As the successful candidate for this role, you will :

• Oversee daily operations including maintenance, security, and facility systems to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance programs to minimize downtime and improve performance.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance across all operational activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to sustainability, energy use, and accessibility.
• Translate strategic goals into actionable plans with measurable KPIs and timelines.
• Provide quarterly updates and reports to leadership and stakeholders, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Ensure full compliance with municipal, provincial, and federal regulations, including lease agreement obligations.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks while continuously evaluating performance through data analysis.
• Manage departmental budgets, expenditures, and vendor contracts in alignment with financial goals.
• Oversee capital and internal facility projects from planning to delivery, ensuring timelines, quality, and cost-efficiency.
• Optimize utility usage and resource allocation to promote sustainability and cost control.
• Ensure procurement aligns with policy and supports operational continuity.
• Lead and mentor a diverse team, fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture.
• Drive recruitment, training, and performance development to support workforce needs.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including unionized teams.
• Promote inclusion, recognize team success, and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Champion ECC’s Health, Safety, Security, and Sustainability programs by ensuring compliance with policies, leading environmental initiatives, and maintaining emergency preparedness in collaboration with safety leadership.
• Represent and uphold Explore Edmonton’s values through decision-making and communication.
• Act as a strategic liaison across departments and with municipal stakeholders.
• Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and customer service excellence.
• Build strong external partnerships and foster transparent communication across levels.

The ideal candidate will have :

• A proven facilities operations leader with 7–10 years of progressive experience, in facility management, building maintenance and / or construction which involved facility planning, construction, maintenance, and operations required.
• Strong building operations knowledge in areas of maintenance and ground, building systems, preventative maintenance programs, security and safety, building electrical systems and risk management; emergency and disaster mitigation and response
• 5+ years in a leadership role required with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing, diverse teams in both unionized and non-unionized settings
• Bachelor’s degree / Accreditation in Facility Management, Engineering, or a related field (equivalent experience considered). Project Management Professional and valid 5th Class Power Engineer Certificate is considered an asset.
• Experience overseeing facilities and operations in convention centres, recreation complexes, healthcare, construction projects or educational institutions are considered a strong asset.
• Strong knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and emergency power, required.
• An effective strategic thinker and problem solver, with a strong understanding of facilities compliance and municipal governance.
• Strong communicator who excels in collaborative, multi-stakeholder environments, setting clear expectations and promoting accountability alongside engineering and management teams
• Demonstrates knowledge of facilities management principles involved in large venue assets, strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, maintenance, safety and coordination of people and resources
• Strong motivational leadership with excellent team building skills
• Ability to negotiate the best arrangements, prices, and conditions.
• Experience with MS Office suite, MPulse, or other CMMS
• Knowledge of local and provincial laws regarding Alberta Labour Standards; WCB; FOIP; OH&S Codes; City of Edmonton Parking & Signage By-Laws; Alberta Criminal Code; etc.