Senior Manager, Facilities & Property Management

Vancouver Coastal Health; Vancouver; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a Senior Manager for Facilities & Property Management to oversee property management across its real estate portfolio. This role requires strategic planning, leadership, and expertise in building maintenance and financial management, ensuring compliance with health policies and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Health coverage

Pension

Career development

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Discounts

Qualifications

• 5-7 years in leadership roles in commercial property management.
• Healthcare experience preferred.
• Property management designation an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee effective property management and building maintenance.
• Lead and develop staff, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Manage financial aspects including budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Yardi

Maximo

Job description

Salary Details

The salary range for this position is CAD $54.19/Hr. - CAD $77.89/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Senior Manager, Facilities & Property Management with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

The Senior Manager, Facilities & Property Management oversees the effective property management of the real estate portfolio across Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) and Providence Health Care. Reporting to the Director of Real Estate Operations, this role involves strategic planning, leadership, and collaboration to ensure portfolio success and staff performance. A comprehensive understanding of industry best practices, including building lifecycle management, financial and lease administration, and minor capital projects, is essential. The role emphasizes building maintenance but also requires expertise in all property management areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and provide expertise in property management including building maintenance, tenant relations, lease administration, budgeting, insurance, and risk management.
• Foster a culture of caring, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Provide leadership and development for staff, ensuring compliance with collective agreements and standards.
• Develop relationships with internal partners, landlords, and vendors.
• Manage financial aspects including budgeting, forecasting, and capital funds.
• Develop capital plans for leased and owned sites.
• Oversee maintenance requests, site inspections, insurance claims, and project management for tenant improvements.
• Ensure project deliverables meet standards and timelines.
• Support staff problem-solving, risk mitigation, and process improvements.
• Comply with occupational health, safety, and municipal regulations.
• Maintain a network of real estate professionals for industry insights.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate or related field, with 5-7 years in leadership roles.
• Experience in commercial property management, healthcare experience preferred.
• Property management designation an asset.
• Current BC Driver’s License may be required.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Proven portfolio management skills in large organizations.
• Strong communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with facility projects and project management methodologies.
• Knowledge of legislation, codes, and standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Yardi and Maximo is an asset.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

Additional Information

The work schedule may vary based on operational needs. Successful applicants may need to undergo a Criminal Records Review. Vaccination records may be required for compliance with health policies. VCH is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from all communities. Benefits include health coverage, pension, career development, wellness supports, recognition programs, and discounts. We support a welcoming environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Employees must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub. For instructions, visit https://my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings. Applying through external sites as an internal employee will be considered an external application, and seniority will not be recognized.