Strategic Advisor, Asset Management

House of Commons of Canada Chambre des communes du Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization in Canada is seeking a Strategic Advisor for Asset Management. The role involves managing complex projects, establishing frameworks for asset transfers, and supervising staff. Candidates should have a background in project management and asset management, along with strong strategic thinking skills. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and a balanced work environment.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Work-life balance with a 35-hour workweek

4 weeks’ vacation (minimum)

Qualifications

• Experience in corporate management of capital assets.
• Experience in project management of major renovation initiatives.
• Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Establish project management frameworks for asset transfers.
• Lead planning and implementation of asset tracking processes.
• Supervise the Asset Analyst and Corporate Inventory Officer.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Project management

Asset management knowledge

Risk management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field

Job description

The House of Commons Administration delivers outstanding services to Members of Parliament and their employees in support of parliamentary democracy. Our success is made possible by our talented and dedicated workforce. We leverage diversity in all its forms and recognize that everyone has valuable contributions to make and the potential for individual growth. If you dream of joining an organization that is small enough for you to be noticed, but big enough to provide you with a meaningful career, then we want to hear from you!

Job Description

The House of Commons’ Finance Services is currently looking to staff the Strategic Advisor, Asset Management position.

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for managing complex projects? The Strategic Advisor, Asset Management, plays a key role in establishing a comprehensive project management framework and business processes to support the seamless transfer of assets—including physical components and connectivity infrastructure—associated with major construction, renovation, and refurbishment projects under the Long-Term Vision and Plan (LTVP) for the Parliamentary Precinct.

Bringing a forward-thinking perspective, the incumbent identifies and evaluates long-term asset management challenges related to LTVP initiatives and anticipates their impact on future asset management requirements and that the interests of the House are protected. This contribution is essential to ensuring the House of Commons’ long-term operational requirements for asset management.

This role also leads the planning and implementation of approaches and processes for identifying, tracking, and transferring assets from currently occupied House facilities—where these assets remain under the authority of Public Services and Procurement Canada. The subject position is also responsible for the ongoing supervision of the Asset Analyst and the Corporate Inventory Officer.

Top Reasons to Join the Corporate Asset Management Services team:

Join a dynamic and innovative team committed to optimizing asset management practices at the heart of the House of Commons. By becoming part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, impactful environment where your expertise can drive change and enhance efficiency across the Parliamentary Precinct and beyond. Enjoy professional growth through continuous learning and development, collaborate with a diverse group of skilled professionals, and contribute to shaping the future of asset management practices. Be part of a team that values integrity, innovation, and excellence in service delivery.

• Training and development opportunities.
• Work-life balance /35-hour workweek
• 4 weeks’ vacation (minimum)

Qualifications

Education :

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration and/or enrolment in a recognized professional or certification program in Supply Chain Management (e.g., APICS, PMAC, or the Public Service Supply Chain Management Program), OR an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience.

Experiences :

• Experience in corporate management of capital assets and project management of major capital renovation and refurbishment initiatives.
• Experience in representing corporate interests in working groups comprising multiple stakeholders.
• Experience in the identification, analysis and forecasting of future asset management requirements, including maintenance and support services and agreements.
• Experience in supervising staff.
• Knowledge of the principles, methods and practices of project management, risk management and contingency planning.
• Knowledge of asset and inventory management concepts.
• Knowledge of the methods and practices of strategic planning, business planning, team leadership, contract management.

Assets :

• Knowledge of the LTVP Framework, Business Component and Connectivity (BCC) Memoranda of Understanding, PSPC real property management framework, and parliamentary protocols associated with asset management and transfers.
• Knowledge of PSPC policies, processes and methods relating to the transfer of capital assets stemming from major construction and renovation projects.

Additional Information

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace by providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If you have an accommodation request, require material in an accessible format, or need additional support with the application process, please contact Recruitment and Selection Services at [e-mail].

Each bilingual position is assigned a linguistic profile that identifies the level of second language proficiency for reading comprehension, written expression and oral interaction required. The profile for this position is CBC. Consideration may be given to candidates with other linguistic profiles.

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Qualified candidates may be considered for future vacancies for this role or for other similar and/or related roles on an indeterminate and/or fixed term basis.

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