Job Description

Our established commercial property management client is seeking a Building Manager to join their team in Ottawa. Reporting to the Property Operations Manager, the Building Manager is responsible for overseeing assigned properties, ensuring top-tier building maintenance, and managing staff and contractors.

This is a full-time, permanent position that will require you to work fully on-site, 5 days a week, out of downtown Ottawa.

Perks:
3-weeks' vacation
Health and dental benefits
Pension plans 
Free on-site parking

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of commercial office, retail, and warehouse spaces.
• Address service-related issues for internal and external customers.
• Manage and coordinate staff and subcontractors.
• Create and implement training schedules for new staff and subcontractors.
• Respond to emergencies like fires, floods, and power outages, including after-hours on-call duties.
• Handle insurance claims and coordinate restoration efforts with insurance companies.
• Collaborate with the leasing department and assist as needed.
• Prepare and propose capital expenditures for property improvements.
• Manage service contracts, including janitorial, HVAC, and landscaping, and implement external security measures.
• Conduct regular building inspections, oversee repairs, and ensure compliance with safety regulations and government standards.

Qualifications:

• Valid certification in Building Environmental Systems or equivalent (e.g., Stationary Engineer 4th/5th Class).
• Valid driver's license and eligibility for security clearance.
• Proven experience in general maintenance, preferably within commercial, retail, or industrial settings.
• Experience with building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire alarms, and physical plant operations.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, safety protocols, and emergency procedures.
• Strong leadership, management, and customer service skills.
• Effective problem-solving, critical thinking, and task-oriented leadership abilities.