Manager, Non-Market Housing Facilities

City of Vancouver; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 111,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative city seeks a dedicated Manager for Non-Market Housing Facilities to oversee property management and ensure effective maintenance services. This role involves strategic planning, collaboration with stakeholders, and promoting a respectful workplace. Join a forward-thinking team committed to sustainability and community service, where your leadership will play a vital role in enhancing housing assets and ensuring compliance with safety standards. If you are passionate about making a difference in your community, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive property and asset management experience required.
• Knowledge of sustainable building practices and tenancy laws.

Responsibilities

• Oversee property and asset management of housing operations.
• Manage maintenance schedules, budgets, and project milestones.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Organizational Skills

Financial Management

Education

University degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Business Administration

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Job description

Manager, Non-Market Housing Facilities

Requisition ID: 43647

Organization

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver is committed to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver ranks as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Recognized among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues to help embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity, and quality of life for all residents.

Join our dedicated team and be part of an innovative, inclusive workplace. Working at the City of Vancouver offers a rewarding career where you play a key role in ensuring equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and addressing citizen needs with integrity and dedication.

Main Purpose and Function

The Manager, Non-Market Housing Facilities oversees property and asset management of the housing operations portfolio, including building maintenance, repairs, renovations, and procurement of equipment and supplies. The role supports effective maintenance services to ensure the delivery of preventative, cyclical, and routine maintenance.

This position contributes to strategic asset and facilities management planning, consulting with stakeholders on short- and long-term projects, and ensuring quality assurance aligns with housing strategies and fiduciary responsibilities. The Manager liaises with REFM regarding building requirements, leads housing service delivery improvements, and is part of the NMHO leadership team, promoting a respectful and inclusive workplace.

The role also involves collaboration with Residence Managers, site staff, and external partners to maintain and enhance housing assets, oversee budgets, projects, and contracts, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Specific Duties/Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance staff and oversee work quality and safety.
• Lead personnel management tasks including hiring, training, performance management, and staff development.
• Manage maintenance schedules, budgets, and project milestones.
• Coordinate repair and replacement programs, oversee contracts, and ensure work meets specifications.
• Develop and monitor budgets, including capital improvement plans and expenditures.
• Oversee project management for operational and capital projects, ensuring timely and within-budget completion.
• Ensure compliance with safety, building codes, and legislative requirements.
• Coordinate inspections, safety plans, and emergency response procedures.
• Manage procurement, including purchase orders, vendor relations, and contract negotiations.
• Maintain building and asset records, analyze plans, and recommend improvements.
• Foster relationships with stakeholders, tenants, and community partners.
• Participate in professional development and industry networks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education and Experience: University degree in Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience. Project Management Professional (PMP), FMP, or similar certifications are assets. Extensive property and asset management experience, supervisory skills, and knowledge of building systems are required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of sustainable building practices, tenancy laws, financial management, procurement, and construction. Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills. Proficiency with MS Office, AutoCAD (asset), and other management tools. Valid driver’s license and criminal record check required.

Additional Information

Business Unit: Arts, Culture and Community Services (1200)

Employment Type: Regular Full Time

Start Date: June 2025

Salary: $111,139 to $138,924 per annum (Pay Grade RNG-091)

Application Deadline: May 26, 2025

We encourage diverse applicants, including Indigenous peoples, people of color, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, and persons with disabilities. Accommodations available upon request. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Apply online, upload your cover letter and resume, and answer role-specific questions. Ensure you submit your application before the deadline.