Manager, Facilities

Athabasca University

$75K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree or diploma in Facilities Management, Engineering, Building Sciences, or related field; equivalent experience may be accepted.
  • 7-10 years in facility management, with at least 5 years in a management role, preferably unionized.
  • Experience managing capital projects and renovations effectively.
  • Strong knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, and standards related to facilities.
  • Familiarity with civil, structural, electrical, and mechanical technologies, and facilities management techniques.
  • Proficiency in project management principles and tools, including governance.
  • Ability to read blueprints and interpret technical specifications.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic and operational leadership for facilities management.
  • Oversee the unionized workforce to ensure safe and efficient facility operations.
  • Accountable for the successful execution of capital and renovation projects.
  • Apply formal project management practices to ensure project success.
  • Lead long-term asset planning aligned with institutional priorities.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory, financial, and labor standards.
  • Collaborate with leadership to align facilities strategy with university goals.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits package.
  • Pension plan with employer matching.
  • Generous vacation and leave policy.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Access to university facilities and resources.
Full Job Description
The Manager, Facilities provides strategic and operational leadership for facilities management, infrastructure renewal, and capital project delivery at Athabasca University. This role oversees a unionized workforce and is accountable for the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of campus facilities, as well as the successful delivery of capital and renovation projects. The Manager applies formal project management practices, leads long-term asset planning, and ensures compliance with regulatory, financial, and labour requirements. The role works closely with leadership to align facilities strategies with institutional priorities. Qualifications: - Completion of a Degree or diploma in Facilities Management, Engineering, Building Sciences, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. - 7 - 10 years' experience in facility management - Minimum 5 years management and supervisory experience, preferably in a unionized environment. - Demonstrated experience managing new capital and renovation projects. - Strong knowledge of Standards and Procedures and applicable codes and regulations as it relates to facility maintenance and operation. - Strong knowledge of civil, structural, electrical, mechanical technologies, maintenance and Facilities Management techniques - Strong knowledge of project management principles, tools, and governance - Ability to read blueprints and to interpret specifications. - Excellent interpersonal abilities with good written and oral communication skills, organizational and time management skills are necessary. - Experience developing short, medium and long range facility maintenance and infrastructure plans A detailed job description can be viewed at Manager, Facilities. Please note: we will be reviewing qualified applications as we receive them. Contact Information: For more information regarding this position, please contact Kathleen Roberts, Director, Financial Reporting & Operational Services at [redacted].

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