Site Operations and Maintenance Manager

Automotive and Surface Transportation; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research organization in Canada seeks a Site Operations and Maintenance Manager to lead building operations and maintenance services. The role involves planning and coordinating various services while ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a relevant college diploma and significant experience in managing facilities, clients, and budgets along with strong project management skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental coverage

Robust pension plan

Life and disability insurance

End-of-year office closure

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in relevant areas.
• Experience in managing operations of research facilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee building operations and maintenance.
• Coordinate delivery of maintenance services and capital projects.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Planning and contracting

Performance management

Compliance assurance

Troubleshooting and problem solving

Budget management

Client focus

Project management principles

Education

College diploma in Engineering Technology

Job description

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Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

* The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

OrganizationalUnit:Real Property Planning and Management

Classification:TO-5

Tenure:Continuing

Work Arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full-time physical presence at the at the NRC work location identified.

Discover the possible

Anything is possible at the National Research Council (NRC),recently named one of Canada’s 2025 Top Employers for Young People, a 2025 Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers!

As Canada’s leading research and technology organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

The Role

We are looking for a Site Operations and Maintenance Manager (SOMM) to support our Real Property Planning and Management Branch (RPPM). The incumbent would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

As part of the RPPM Operations and Maintenance directorate, the SOMM is the client’s primary point of contact and position responsible for all building operations, preventive and corrective maintenance services and site requirements.

The SOMM is responsible for planning, contracting and coordinating the delivery of building and site services including general maintenance, inspection, and monitoring. These services include but are not limited to the following; chilled water, steam, compressed air, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, electrical services, fire alarm and life safety systems.

In addition, the SOMM is responsible for coordinating aspects of the security, environmental issues, land management, utilities and building safety and health requirements in support of the client’s programs and business operational needs.

The SOMM plays a key role in the NRC building infrastructure recapitalization program. They have the autonomy to identify and prioritize recapitalization projects for the entire site for discussion and approval by the Director of Engineering and Construction. These projects often have components that require high technical knowledge such as building automation systems, energy recovery systems, complex research equipment, and other advanced building technologies.

Screening Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

College diploma in a three-year program in Civil, Structural, Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical Engineering Technology or other discipline related to the position.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience would also be considered.

• Experience planning, contracting and coordinating the delivery of building and site services including general maintenance, inspection, and monitoring.
• Experience in performance management and development of staff including coaching, mentoring and providing feedback on assigned work.
• Significant* experience ensuring compliance of building, facility and site operations with applicable federal, provincial and/or local regulatory requirements including building and construction codes and environment related act.
• Significant* experience in construction project management.
• Significant* experience managing budget for yearly operations and maintenance programs.
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving site and building issues.
• Experience making recommendations for site enhancements and upgrades as well as preparing Requests for Proposals (RFP), Requests for Quotation (RFQ) and/or Statements of Work (SOW) for multi-year service contracts.

The following experience might be considered as an asset:

• Experience managing research building and facility operations which may include specialized labs.
• Experience verifying and optimizing building systems in compliance with best practices and industry standards including commissioning, re-commissioning and retro-commissioning.

* Significant experience is defined as at least two (2) years of experience.

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

• Knowledge of federal, provincial and/or local regulatory requirements, including building and construction codes, environment related acts.
• Knowledge of policies related to WHMIS and Occupational Health & Safety.
• Knowledge of project management principles processes and tools.
• Knowledge of financial and procurement legislation, regulations and policies.
• Knowledge of processes for managing contracts.
• Knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance procedures.
• Management services - Client focus (Level 3)
• Management services - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 2)
• Supervisor - Results orientation (Level 3)
• Supervisor - Teamwork (Level 3)
• Supervisor - Developing others (Level 2)

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Notes

• In 2025, the NRC has been chosen as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, the National Capital Region’s Top Employers and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers.
• Overtime might be required occasionally.
• Occasional travel might be required.
• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• A pre-qualified listmay be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with therequisition number (24081) to:

Closing Date: 15 July 2025 - 23:59 Eastern Time

*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC, please apply through the SuccessFactors Careersmodule from your NRC computer.