Brookfield Properties Looking for Manager, Operations at Toronto, Ontario, Canada Full Time

Bay Adelaide Centre – 333 Bay Street, Suite C131

Business

At Brookfield Properties, our global network and relationships are here for our tenants and partners — wherever they are in the world. Where going to work never feels routine. We integrate commercial real estate with world-class shops, restaurants, and entertainment, creating spaces where work and play don’t just coexist, but thrive. If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.

Job Description

The Manager, Operations is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable and efficient operation of Bay Adelaide Centre at the best possible value. Assist the Senior Manager Operations & Technical Services, in the review of the operating procedures of the base building systems to ensure maximum efficiency and in establishing mid to long-term capital expenditure plans to maintain the integrity of the building. Manage the Operations department and oversee all work related to the building performed by building operators or trades working on site.

Responsibilities

• Manage all functions of the building’s operating systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, building automation controls and structural systems, life safety systems, emergency generators, fire suppression and alarm equipment whether it be operating, repairs, maintenance or replacement.
• Maintain excellent employee, tenant and trade relationships, by dealing co-operatively with any concerns, and by dealing directly with the trades where they are involved in capital or major projects. Provide input when trades are working with the Construction Group. Ensure trades while on site are adhering to the rules and regulations of the building.
• Lead the operations department ensuring a safe work environment and compliance with Occupational Health and Safety best practices, including the delivery of related training requirements for staff as applicable.
• Monitor and adjust preventative maintenance programs to reflect changing conditions and requirements and monitor the tenant service reports to ensure the staff are meeting corporate benchmarks set within.
• Lead Operations team by coaching and mentoring for individual growth development.
• Set objectives and perform staff evaluations and monitor in-direct reports evaluations within the group to ensure that employees are meeting their objectives
• Assist in the development, tendering and monitoring of all contracts for all functions which fall under the responsibility of the Operations department.
• Review proposed HVAC and mechanical design changes and provide feedback to ensure that owner or tenant projects do not adversely affect the future efficient operation of the systems and maintenance of established standards.
• Investigate, develop and implement methods by which to make the building a more environmentally efficient (energy management) and cost effective by way of lighting, heating, garbage/recycling or any other method prescribed as procedural by Brookfield.
• Assist in the preparation, tracking and reporting on all related operating expenses and capital budgets.

Qualifications

SERVICE / PERSONAL SKILLS:

• Service driven, professional, courteous with excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written.)
• A self-starter who works well both independently and in a team environment and with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be analytical, detail oriented, have strong problem-solving abilities and be able to multi-task.

Experience & Techincal Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of previous experience in managing operations for one or more buildings in the downtown area of 500,000 – 1,000,000 sq. ft. rentable area.
• Experience and knowledge of project management and preventative maintenance concepts
• Knowledge of engineering concepts related to central heating, cooling, ventilation and base building systems, including computer based DDC systems
• Reading and interpretation of blueprints/drawings
• Knowledge of fire and life safety systems
• Knowledge of the T.S.S.A. Act and applicable legislation governing industry
• Formal training and/or proven-applied experience in energy management and building codes
• Knowledge of purchasing, tendering and quotations processes.
• Post secondary education and Building Environmental Systems Operator Class I and II designation or equivalent.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Exceptional coaching/mentoring, and motivational skills

We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Accordingly, we will accommodate the needs of all qualified applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.