Executive Director, Facilities

Fanshawe College; London; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Fanshawe College seeks an Executive Director, Facilities, to lead strategic management of physical assets and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. This role involves overseeing facilities operations and budgets, promoting sustainability initiatives, and ensuring a safe environment for all students and staff. Candidates should have extensive management experience in facilities, relevant educational credentials, and proven leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 11 years of relevant experience in facilities management.
• Extensive experience in managing multi-million dollar projects.
• In-depth knowledge of Ontario Building Code and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Strategic leadership for all College real property matters.
• Manage facilities budget, space planning, and sustainability initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Facilities Management

Leadership

Project Management

Strategic Planning

Sustainability Initiatives

Emergency Management

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Master’s degree in Business or related field

Professional Engineer (P.Eng) or Architect (OAA)

CFM (Certified Facility Manager)

Job description

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Working at Fanshawe College

Fanshawe College is committed to the principles of hybrid work and may offer this option to employees whose work can be performed in an alternate location, without adverse impact to the operations of the College, inclusive of our Student and Staff experience. Confirmation of hybrid work options available to you will be clarified upon hire and may be subject to change based on the duties required of your position. Successful candidates will be required to perform work within Ontario and must be available to work on campus, as required.

Posting Closing Date

August 15, 2025

Campus Location : London, ON

Department

VFC1 Corporate Services and Infrastructure

Employment Group

Administrative

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Remote Type

Hybrid

Contract End Date

Hours of Work per Week :

37.5

Summary

Job Description :

The Executive Director, Facilities, is accountable for the strategic leadership, stewardship, implementation, and administration of all College real property matters, including owned and leased campuses, physical infrastructure, facilities, and security services. This role supports the College’s mission, vision, and strategic goals through the effective management of physical assets.

The Executive Director will manage all aspects of Fanshawe’s facilities operations that includes, but is not limited to the facilities budget and space planning, energy management, trade shops, work control, fire maintenance, custodial, moving & events support, grounds& gardens, construction. The incumbent ensures sound management practices and regulatory compliance related to facility design, construction, operations, maintenance, environmental stewardship, occupational health and safety, and protective services. They provide leadership in the advancement of sustainability initiatives that align with the College’s broader environmental goals.

As the College’s Emergency Director, the Executive Director, Facilities, is responsible for leading the planning, implementation, and maintenance of the College’s corporate emergency plan, including preparedness, response, recovery, and business continuity planning for physical operations.

This role also plays a key part in ensuring a safe and healthy environment for students, staff, and visitors by upholding health and safety standards, promoting incident prevention, and ensuring compliance with all applicable legislation and codes related to facilities and infrastructure management.

The College is committed to the safety and well-being of all staff, students and visitors. In order to achieve this objective, employees are required to be active in health and safety and incident prevention by adhering to procedures and safe work practices as required by the corporate health and safety management system, and in accordance with relevant Health and Safety legislation and regulations.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Facilities Management, Construction Management, or a related field is required
• Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Architecture, Project Management or related field.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng), Architect (OAA), or CET (Certified Engineering Technologist), CFM (Certified Facility Manager), FMP (Facility Management Professional) preferred
• Minimum 11 years relevant experience and progressive leadership in a wide range of facilities management and community safety services
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale, multi-million dollar construction and renovation projects, including planning, budgeting, procurement, and construction oversight
• In-depth knowledge of Ontario Building Code, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety legislation, and Public Sector Procurement
• Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary teams, external contractors, and unionized / non-unionized staff
• Experience with emergency management planning and business continuity for facilities
• Strong record of sustainability leadership and energy conservation initiatives is an asset
• Proven experience in the supervision of union and non-unionized staff
• Experience working in an educational setting preferred

Educational Credentials

While transcripts are not required for the interview, they are mandatory as a condition of employment.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Fanshawe College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equity, value diversity, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Accommodation

Fanshawe College provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and the recruiter leading the recruitment will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs. Accommodation requests per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act can be emailed to : [e-mail]

Land Acknowledgement

Fanshawe College would like to acknowledge and honour the Anishinaabe, Lotinuhsyuní and Lenape people of southwestern Ontario as the traditional owners and custodians of the lands and waterways where Fanshawe College is located.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Higher Education

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