Regional Property Asset Manager

VIVA Retirement Communities

Toronto

Hybrid

CAD 115,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

V!VA Retirement Communities in Canada is seeking a strategic Regional Property Asset Manager to oversee asset management, building systems, and capital planning across our Ontario portfolio. You will partner with Operations, Finance, and Facilities to drive lifecycle planning, procurement, and vendor governance, while supporting open communities and new openings.

This senior role requires multi-site leadership and strong negotiation and financial acumen, with travel across Ontario on a hybrid

Qualifications

Significant senior-level experience in property asset or facilities management.
Minimum 5 years progressive experience in property/facilities management.
Experience leading large-scale equipment procurement.
Experience in multi-site operations; seniors housing, healthcare, or hospitality is a plus.
Strong communication, negotiation, and vendor governance skills.

Responsibilities

Provide regional oversight of property asset management requirements across all V!VA Communities.
Lead long-range capital planning, renovations, and major equipment replacement planning.
Lead enterprise-wide sourcing and lifecycle management for major equipment and capital assets.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies balancing cost, reliability, and service delivery.
Partner with Operations and Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure planning.
Support successful transitions for new Communities and ensure documentation and warranties.

Skills

Senior leadership

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Strategic sourcing

Financial acumen

Travel readiness

MS Office

Education

Post-secondary education or professional designation

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Make Today Great! as our Regional Property Asset Manager

Be a key member of a purpose-driven team shaping the future of senior living in Canada

Provide regional leadership for property asset management, building systems, and capital assets across all V!VA Communities

Support strategic sourcing and vendor partnerships to ensure reliable, compliant, and cost-effective operation of V!VA's physical assets

Drive operational efficiency, quality, and consistency across all V!VA Communities

Champion strong governance, lifecycle planning, and ethical supplier relationships in support of asset performance

At V!VA, we believe in making every day great—for our Community Members, Team Members, and partners. If you're a collaborative, analytical, and strategic property asset leader with a passion for operational excellence and value stewardship, we want to hear from you.

About V!VA Retirement Communities

V!VA Retirement Communities is a leader in Canada's seniors housing sector, redefining retirement living through hospitality-inspired design, personalized service, and a strong culture grounded in respect, passion, and integrity.

With V!VA Communities across Ontario and more on the way - including a flagship community opening in Leaside, Toronto in 2026 - we are a growing organization that blends operational discipline with a genuine commitment to Making Today Great! for our Community Members and Team Members alike.

Opportunity Overview

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Regional Property Asset Manager to join our Operations Team. This critical regional role is responsible for the oversight of property assets, building systems, and capital planning across V!VA Retirement Communities, ensuring reliability, compliance, and long-term sustainability of our physical environments.

The Regional Property Asset Manager partners closely with Community leadership, Operations, Finance, Facilities, Culinary, Wellness, and Construction teams to provide technical guidance, support preventative maintenance and capital investment planning, and ensure consistent standards across the portfolio.

As part of this mandate, the role also leads procurement and vendor management activities that directly support building systems, equipment, and capital assets, ensuring cost-effective sourcing, contract compliance, and service quality.

Given the scope, scale, and seniority of this role, we are seeking a leader with significant experience managing large-scale equipment and capital assets within multi-site environments, combining strong technical judgement with commercial and operational discipline.

Key Responsibilities

Property Asset Management & Building Systems

Provide regional oversight of property asset management requirements across all V!VA Communities.
Ensure reliability, compliance, and lifecycle management of building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, energy, and utilities.
Support and audit preventative maintenance programmes, ensuring consistent standards and compliance.
Act as a technical advisor to Community leaders on facilities operations, equipment performance, and asset condition.
Support emergency response, issue resolution, and risk mitigation related to property assets.
Lead long-range capital planning, renovations, and major equipment replacement planning in partnership with Operations and Finance.

Capital Assets, Procurement & Vendor Management

Lead enterprise-wide sourcing and lifecycle management for major equipment and capital assets.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies that balance cost control, reliability, quality, and service delivery.
Lead vendor selection, contract negotiation, renewals, and performance management.
Ensure compliance with contract terms, pricing agreements, warranties, and service level standards.
Mitigate procurement and operational risk through effective supplier and contract governance.

New Community Openings & Transitions

Support successful transitions from construction to operations for new Communities.
Assist with sourcing, specification development, commissioning coordination, and vendor onboarding.
Ensure documentation, warranties, and operational readiness standards are met prior to opening.

Collaboration & Leadership

Partner with Operations and Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure planning.
Analyze spend, asset performance, and lifecycle data to identify optimisation opportunities.
Provide guidance and best-practice support to Community leaders.
Act as a subject‑matter expert for property asset management, systems, and related initiatives.

Qualifications

Significant senior-level experience in property asset management, facilities management, or building systems oversight, including major equipment and capital assets, supported by relevant post‑secondary education or professional designation.
Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in property/facilities management, asset management, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated experience leading large-scale equipment procurement in support of buildings and physical assets.
Experience in multi‑site operations; seniors housing, healthcare, or hospitality considered an asset.
Strong technical, financial, and contract negotiation skills.
Proven ability to manage vendors, contracts, budgets, and capital projects.
Strong communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
Proficient in MS Office; experience with maintenance management or ERP systems an asset.
Valid driver’s licence and ability to travel to V!VA Communities across Ontario.

Working Conditions

Hybrid schedule: 3 days on-site at V!VA's Home Office in North York, 2 days remote.
Regular travel to V!VA Communities across Ontario.
Occasional extended hours to support sourcing initiatives and new community openings

Why Join V!VA

At V!VA, you'll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact while working in a collaborative, values-driven environment. You'll join a leadership team that values partnership, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

As V!VA continues to grow, this role will be instrumental in building scalable procurement practices that directly support exceptional community experiences.

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in V!VA Retirement Communities. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Agency/Recruiter inquiries will not be accepted.

V!VA Retirement Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis protected by law. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know - we are committed to supporting you.

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