Manager, Facility Planning and Design - 18 month contract

Vancity; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 114,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Manager for Facility Planning and Design. This exciting full-time, 18-month contract role offers the opportunity to lead innovative design projects that align with corporate climate and accessibility goals. You'll collaborate with diverse stakeholders to create spaces that reflect community character while optimizing functionality. Enjoy a hybrid work environment with competitive benefits and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a progressive organization dedicated to inclusivity and sustainability. If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for design and project management, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Care Benefits

Dental Benefits

Care Days

Additional Statutory Holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with supervisory and budget management.
• Preferred degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and design of office and branch spaces.
• Develop design standards to meet user requirements and sustainability goals.

Skills

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Budget Management

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Architecture

Undergraduate Degree in Interior Design

Undergraduate Degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD

Job description

Manager, Facility Planning and Design - 18 month contract

Job Category: Facilities

Requisition Number: MGRFA005591

• Posted: November 2, 2024
• Closed: January 2, 2025
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

Location

Vancity Centre
183 Terminal Ave
Vancouver, BC V6A4G2, CAN

Vancity is the largest private sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Employers in Canada. Come join our team of 2,600 diverse individuals and access competitive rewards & benefits, all while knowing you are a part of a greater movement.

This is a full-time, 18 month contract role that will provide oversight and leadership to the planning and design of office and branch space, incorporating best practices and achieving corporate climate and accessibility goals.

This exciting role will enjoy hybrid working arrangements which can be fulfilled primarily from the Vancity head office location and your Lower Mainland based home office. Periodically, in-person events or activities will be required of you.

A typical day would involve:

• Plan the program of design (theme, interior, layout) for offices and branches, by collaborating with internal and external stakeholders so the premises meet business/user requirements, reflect the unique character of the local community, and are aligned with the retail and commercial service experience.
• Develop the design standards within established guidelines to ensure maximum utilization and flexibility while meeting all reasonable user requirements. Includes consideration of access and inclusion, environmental, and community engagement goals.
• Specify the quality of construction materials used at Vancity within established design guidelines, effectively balancing environmental impacts (maximum recycled content and recyclability) against business requirements (cost-effectiveness).
• Co-lead the development and maintenance of the strategy and approach to branch renewals and improvements, aligned with branch performance data and leasing timelines.
• Co-develop alternative branch delivery models, to align with the digital banking transformation and net-zero goals.
• Oversee the long-term office space plan, including forecasts of future needs and managing the overall distribution of staff among office space premises. Deliver on furniture to support workplace accommodations. Manage all office furniture maintenance related items.

You have:

• 5+ years’ experience including supervisory experience and budget management.
• An undergraduate degree is preferred in Architecture, Interior Design or Engineering.
• Professional registration is preferred.
• Technical experience with CAD is preferred.

You are:

• A relationship builder – you can adapt your interpersonal and intercultural skills to various target audiences inclusive of those from equity denied groups and are proactive in starting & developing key relationships in all relevant sectors.
• A project manager – you can shift from big-picture to detail effortlessly and use your planning & organizational skills to achieve multiple objectives in a logical sequence.
• A people leader – you work effectively with people and can recognize own limitations and boundaries. You use non-oppressive styles and methods, and organize thoughts and ideas clearly when communicating with staff.
• An excellent communicator – you use your written, spoken, interpersonal, intercultural and public speaking skills to communicate potentially complex material and issues effectively to your target audiences.
• Curious & innovative: You enjoy staying up to date on industry trends, exploring insights behind major headlines, and are future focused.

We value lived experience, so if you are interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if you feel your skills don't perfectly align with those listed.

Salary: The salary range for the role is $91,000 to $136,400 and a candidate’s offer is likely to be up to the mid-point of the role ($113,700). The upper half of the salary range is typically reserved for individuals who have demonstrated consistent strong performance in the role and possess a high level of job knowledge and skill.

• In addition to the 10 statutory holidays in British Columbia, Vancity provides an additional three statutory holidays. We offer care days for periods of short-term personal illness or emergency family illness.
• Our health care & dental benefits offer three levels of health care and dental coverage for you to select from. These benefits will also be effective immediately based on your hire date.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] for confidential support. In-person assistance is also available. We will collaborate with you to ensure your needs are met promptly and effectively.

Please note that all shortlisted candidates for this role will be required to complete a background check which includes employment verification, credit check, and a criminal record check. Vancity is an inclusive and equitable employer and actively seeks to advance racial equity, inclusion and belonging across the organization. Vancity offers required accommodations in all stages of the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please advise us, and we will work with you to meet your needs.