Senior Facilities Manager

CBRE; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Facilities Manager to oversee operations and maintenance for a portfolio of buildings. This role involves managing a team, ensuring optimal environmental conditions, and implementing preventive maintenance programs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mechanical maintenance, HVAC systems, and effective communication skills. Join a diverse and inclusive workplace that values integrity and excellence, while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a competitive salary. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Retirement Program

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 5-7 years' experience as a Chief Building Engineer in high-rise buildings.
• Strong understanding of mechanical maintenance and operations.
• Hands-on mechanical skills and ability to work with power tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage building operations and maintenance for a facility or portfolio.
• Implement preventive maintenance programs to prolong equipment life.
• Ensure compliance with safety and building codes.

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

HVAC Systems

Effective Communication

Power Tools

Microsoft Office

Education

4th Class Power Engineer Certification

Trade Background

Tools

DDC Systems

ESC

Delta Products

Job description

Senior Facilities Manager

Job ID

204799

Posted

21-Feb-2025

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Engineering/Maintenance, Facilities Management

Location(s)

North Vancouver - British Columbia - Canada, Vancouver - British Columbia - Canada

Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) Local is a hard services-led, tailored facility management solution. We self-perform hard services while partnering with best-in-class soft service providers to offer custom facility and project management solutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our team with a high-level of downstream accountability, resulting in an agile and efficient service delivery.

In addition to our core facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers direct access to our Best-in-Class services, including ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy, and Workplace Experience.

About the Role:

As a CBRE Sr. Facilities Manager, you will manage a team responsible for overseeing building operations and maintenance for a facility, campus, or portfolio of small to medium sized buildings.

This job is part of the Facilities Management area, focusing on managing shift engineers, daily operations, retail areas, parkade, and common areas. Responsibilities include visual inspection of mechanical and electrical systems, chemical water analysis, HVAC, ensuring standards are met, and supporting clients, tenants, and property managers with repairs and investment plans.

What You’ll Do:

• Ensure environmental conditions are maintained at optimal comfort levels during lease hours and respond promptly to tenant requests.
• Review and adjust operating schedules for HVAC, security, and lighting to maintain tenant satisfaction and energy efficiency.
• Schedule and supervise engineering staff, assign work, determine repairs, provide training, and maintain records.
• Implement preventive maintenance programs to prolong equipment life and minimize repairs.
• Conduct building tours to inspect safety, mechanical, and electrical equipment, and monitor maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain inventory of supplies, fixtures, parts, and tools, and order replacements as needed.
• Keep records of equipment, manuals, and building plans.
• Maintain water chemical treatment programs as per client requirements.
• Manage outside service contractors, ensuring compliance with building rules and regulations.
• Oversee engineers and subcontractors for building upgrades and repairs, providing regular status reports.
• Assist in budgeting, expense management, and capital improvements.
• Promote safety, ownership, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Coordinate with departments, tenants, and maintenance staff.
• Inspect equipment and perform repairs and maintenance of building systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety and building codes, participate in safety programs.
• Assist in procurement and planning of future projects.
• Participate in after-hours emergency response and work a shift rotation, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What You’ll Need:

• 4th Class Power Engineer certification
• Trade background is an asset
• 5-7 years’ experience as a Chief Building Engineer in a high-rise mixed-use building
• Strong understanding of mechanical maintenance and operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with DDC systems, ESC, Delta products
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems
• Hands-on mechanical skills and ability to work with power tools
• Effective communication skills in English
• Legal authorization to work in Canada without sponsorship

Why CBRE?

We lead by example, valuing diversity, respect, integrity, service, and excellence. Our benefits support your mental, physical, emotional, and financial health, and we provide tools and training to help you thrive. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognizing it as a business advantage. Compensation depends on experience and qualifications, with a range between $105,000 and $118,000 annually, plus benefits including a retirement program, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applications from all persons regardless of race, creed, ethnicity, age, gender, disability, or other protected statuses.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Contact us at [e-mail] or call [phone] (Canada) / [phone] (U.S.).

CBRE GWS works with clients to improve organizational productivity through real estate solutions, supported by regional and global resources. Learn more at https://www.cbre.com/real-estate-services/directory/global-workplace-solutions.

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans).