Job Description

Position Title:

Commercial Building Manager

Job Summary

The Commercial Building Manager oversees daily building operations, maintenance, and facility performance to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable environments for tenants. This role manages building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, elevators, fire/life safety), coordinates preventative maintenance, supervises contractors and staff, and ensures compliance with codes and regulations.

WHY JOIN US:

Group extended health, dental, and life benefits GRSP matching contributions Professional Development encouragement and reimbursement Facilities: Brand new office space that emphasizes a culture of environmentally friendly practices Supportive, friendly, and encouraging team of people

WORK WEEK:

The Commercial Building Manager will work during regular business hours, Monday to Friday, for 37.5 hours per week (not including a 30-minute unpaid meal break per day). Occasional overtime may be required.

LOCATION:

570 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver. The location for this position may vary based on operational needs. Flexibility to travel between and work at other locations will be required as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

Property Management Certification Minimum 3 years of experience managing commercial buildings, including hands-on oversight of building systems and tenant coordination Experience working directly with retail front tenants, including handling service requests, lease compliance, and operational needs Strong knowledge of BC building codes, fire and safety standards, and WorkSafeBC practices Strong understanding of commercial lease agreements, including interpretation, enforcement, and coordination of lease obligations Proficiency in English, including report writing and tenant communications Flexible with a 'team player' attitude Ability to take initiative and complete tasks as assigned Ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with others Be able to safely walk, climb ladders and stand for extended periods Be able to operate a scissor lift to reach high ceilings (training is available) Be able to operate floor cleaning machinery, such as an auto scrubber Be able to sit, climb, balance, kneel, crawl, push, pull, and stretch to fulfill the required cleaning and maintenance The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Building Operations:

Manage daily operations of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, elevators, and life safety systems.

Maintenance & Repairs:

Coordinate preventative maintenance and respond to emergency repairs.

Facilities Supervision:

Oversee janitorial, maintenance, and security personnel.

Inspections & Compliance:

Conduct regular inspections; ensure compliance with codes, permits, and safety standards.

Emergency Preparedness:

Develop emergency protocols; train staff on fire, flood, and power outage response.

Construction & Projects:

Coordinate tenant improvement and capital projects; oversee contractors and ensure quality.

Documentation & Records:

Maintain logs of maintenance, inspections, permits, and service reports.

Health & Safety:

Promote safe practices in line with WorkSafeBC and company standards.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderately noisy in the building and can be moderately noisy when outside. Construction environment due to tenant improvement and properties development and maintenance will be a huge part of the working condition.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $65,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Vancouver, BC V6B 1Y1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

commercial building: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person