Director, Property Management, Fire Prevention & Elevator Services

University of Toronto; Ontario; On-site; CAD 142,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Toronto is seeking a Director for Property Management, Fire Prevention & Elevator Services. This leadership role involves overseeing 130 buildings and driving strategic facility improvements as part of the transformative 2030 Strategic Plan while fostering a culture of innovation and sustainability within the university's operations.

Qualifications

• Progressive leadership experience in property and facilities management.
• Proven record of managing large teams in a complex, unionized environment.
• Expertise in managing large budgets.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for facilities management and operations.
• Oversee renovation projects and client services for 130 buildings.
• Lead the development and implementation of strategic plans.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Innovation

Education

University degree in a related technical discipline

Job description

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Director, Property Management, Fire Prevention & Elevator Services

Date Posted: 06/18/2025
Req ID:43696
Faculty/Division: Operations & Real Estate Partnerships
Department: Facilities & Services
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

The University of Toronto is seeking an innovative and forward-thinking leader for the role of Director, Property Management, Fire Prevention & Elevator Services. The Director will join the institution at an exciting time as Facilities and Services embarks on a transformative 2030 Strategic Plan that will bolster its mandate to preserve, enhance and future-proof U of T’s campus and foster an environment that nurtures learning and discovery.

The Facilities and Services division at the University of Toronto maintains buildings, grounds and facilities on the St. George campus and supports day-to-day operations and utilities to enable the pioneering research, provide the vibrant community spaces and attract – and retain – the world-class talent that makes U of T a global academic leader. Committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and deeply involved in U of T’s sustainability strategy and efforts, Facilities and Services updates utility infrastructure and building efficiency to support the St. George campus’s goal of reducing absolute emissions and becoming climate positive by 2050 . Over the next three years, the U of T is investing $300 million in the Revitalizing Infrastructure, Strengthening Education (RISE) Program that will support up to 300 projects aimed at improving climate resiliency and energy efficiency, and preventing infrastructure failures.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, Property Services & Sustainability and leading a dynamic team, the Director will be responsible for stewardship in facilities management and operations, and overseeing renovation projects and client services that ensures safety and maintains standards and the efficient operation of 130 buildings spanning approximately 14 million sq. ft. They will lead the development and implementation of multi-year strategic plans for the Property Management Group, and ensure that maintenance operations, renovations, project designs and procurement of services are performed to industry and University standards with an emphasis on sustainability.

With a university degree in a related technical discipline and sound knowledge of all applicable building codes,the ideal candidate possesses progressive leadership experience in property and facilities management, and aproven record of managing large teams in a complex, unionized environment. The Director will be energized bythe opportunity to lead a high volume of capital projects, drive operational efficiency and enhance customerservice at a world-class institution, and must demonstrate expertise in managing large budgets, fosteringinnovation, problem-solving and introducing system improvements. They will possess outstandinginterpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills, a successful record of motivating and empoweringeffective teams, and an ability to cultivate respectful and collegial relationships across the U of T communityand with external stakeholders.

The University of Toronto has partnered with the leadership advisory firm Odgers for this recruitment. Applications are encouraged immediately and by July 18, 2025 to Krutika Hotwani and Julia Robarts athttps://careers.odgers.com/en-ca/job/30486 .

The University of Toronto (U of T) is consistently ranked among the world's top 20 universities, distinguished by an extraordinary depth and breadth of excellence in teaching, research, innovation and entrepreneurship, which drives economic growth and promotes social wellbeing around the globe. The University encompasses 18 Faculties and Schools, more than 100 departments, and 170 research centres and institutes. Its teaching programs are delivered on the historic St. George campus in the heart of Toronto, on campuses in Mississauga and Scarborough, and in nine fully affiliated teaching hospitals. The University has identified reinventing undergraduate education, deepening international partnerships, and leveraging the University's location in the Greater Toronto Area – one of the world's most culturally diverse urban regions – as its top three strategic priorities.

The University of Torontoembraces diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases its capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of its global community. U of T strongly encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. U of T values applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening its academic mission.

In accordance with the AODA Act, accommodation will be provided to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

Closing Date:07/18/2025,11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Salaried
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:PM 7 -- Hiring Zone: $142,651 - $166,427 -- Broadband Salary Range: $142,651 - $237,752
Job Category: Administrative / Managerial

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building aculture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectivelyaddress and serve the interests of our global community. Westrongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples,Black and racialized persons, women, persons withdisabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment toequity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverseperspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential tostrengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please seehttp://uoft.me/UP .

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please [e-mail] .