Director, Infrastructure and Sustainability Management

Ontario Society of Professional Engineers; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Victoria University in Toronto seeks a Director, Infrastructure and Sustainability Management to provide strategic and operational leadership for the stewardship, renewal and sustainability of the University's buildings, infrastructure, utilities, grounds and assets. This role ensures a safe, reliable, and sustainable physical environment.

Reporting to the Associate CAO, the Director leads facilities operations, asset management and capital renewal planning, advising senior leadership on renewal

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering or related field; P.Eng. or Architect license in Ontario.
• Professional certifications in facility/energy management are assets.
• Graduate/advanced qualifications in asset management or sustainability are favorable.
• Experience in a large complex institution is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead facilities operations, asset mgmt, and capital renewal planning.
• Drive sustainability initiatives including energy management and decarbonization.
• Advise senior leadership on renewal priorities, budgets and capital decisions.
• Oversee compliance, health and safety, and environmental stewardship.
• Build and mentor cross-functional teams across campus operations.

Skills

Infrastructure ops

Asset management

Lifecycle planning

Capital renewal

Sustainability

Energy management

Decarbonization

Climate resilience

Environmental stewardship

Budgeting

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Engineering degree

P.Eng./Architect license

Asset management certifications

Graduate degree asset

Regulatory/compliance training

Job description

Position Title: Director, Infrastructure and Sustainability Management
Department: Infrastructure, Sustainability and Capital Planning
Pay Scale Group: PM - 6
Annualized Salary: Target hiring range: $119,742.20 to 149,675.00
Type of Appointment: Full-time, Continuing/Permanent
Location and Work Schedule: In-person position, flexibility required – morning, evenings, weekdays, weekends and holidays.

Victoria University is committed to equity in access to employment and a diverse and inclusive workplace. The University encourages applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQI+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. If you require accessibility accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department [e-mail]

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Associate CAO, Infrastructure, Sustainability and Capital Planning, the Director, Infrastructure and Sustainability Management provides strategic and operational leadership for the stewardship, performance, renewal and sustainability of the University's buildings, infrastructure, utilities, grounds and physical assets. The position ensures the University's physical environment is safe, reliable, sustainable and responsive to current and future institutional needs.

The Director leads facilities operations, infrastructure and asset management, capital renewal planning and sustainability initiatives, including energy management, decarbonization, climate resilience and environmental stewardship. Informed by asset condition, deferred maintenance, operational risk and institutional priorities, the Director establishes long-term lifecycle strategies and advises senior leadership on renewal priorities, resource requirements and capital planning decisions.

The Director oversees building operations and maintenance, utilities, grounds and campus infrastructure, ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, regulatory requirements, health and safety standards and University policies.

Working closely with Capital Planning & Development, the position provides operational and technical expertise throughout the planning, design, construction and commissioning of capital projects and ensures their effective transition into ongoing operations.

The position is accountable for the portfolio’s financial and resource management, including operating budgets, capital renewal forecasts, business cases and initiatives to improve service delivery and lifecycle value. The Director leads teams responsible for facilities operations, infrastructure, maintenance, grounds and sustainability, oversees workforce planning, staff development and employee and labour relations and builds organizational capacity while fostering a collaborative, service-oriented and accountable culture.

As a senior leader, the Director builds effective relationships across the University and with consultants, contractors, regulatory authorities and other stakeholders, and represents the University on matters related to infrastructure, asset management, facilities operations and sustainability.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, Environmental Studies, Facilities Management, or another related discipline.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in the Province of Ontario or Architect (O.A.A) in the Province of Ontario
• Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Facility Management Professional (FMP), Certified Energy Manager (CEM), LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP), Project Management Professional (PMP), or equivalent.
• Graduate degree in a related field is considered an asset.
• Advanced qualifications in asset management, sustainability, energy management, infrastructure management, project management, or business administration are considered an asset.
• Training and certification related to occupational health and safety, environmental management, or regulatory compliance is considered an asset.

Work Experience

• Minimum 10 years of senior experience in infrastructure management, asset management, facilities operations, sustainability, capital planning, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams and complex operations.
• Experience overseeing infrastructure, utilities, building systems, maintenance programs, and asset renewal initiatives.
• Experience developing and managing operating budgets, capital renewal plans, and long-term infrastructure strategies.
• Experience in a post-secondary, or similarly complex institutional environment is preferred.
• Experience working in a unionized environment is an asset.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of infrastructure operations, building systems, asset management, lifecycle planning, and capital renewal.
• Knowledge of sustainability, energy management, decarbonization, climate resilience, and environmental stewardship practices.
• Knowledge of applicable legislation, building codes, health and safety requirements, accessibility standards, and environmental regulations.
• Strong financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and business case development skills.
• Excellent strategic planning, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication, presentation, stakeholder engagement, and relationship management skills.