Job Description

The Opportunity:
Symcor is seeking a strategic and experienced leader to join our team as Director, Real Estate & Facilities. If you're passionate about creating safe, efficient, and future-ready workspaces, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact
This role will lead enterprise-wide facilities and real estate services across Canada, shaping environments that support productivity and innovation. Collaborate with client groups to develop strategies that align with business goals and create future-ready work environments.
This is a hybrid role with flexible onsite expectations, typically 1 to 2 days per week. New employees are expected to be onsite 2 to 3 times a week during their first three months to support onboarding and collaboration. #LI-HYBRID
About The Role:
Project & Construction Management:

• Lead the planning, budgeting, and execution of all construction and renovation projects across Symcor facilities.
• Develop business cases for capital projects and secure executive approvals.
• Manage internal and external resources, including RFPs, contracts, and project plans.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership and stakeholders throughout project lifecycles.

Facility Operations:

• Oversee building systems (HVAC, electrical, critical systems) and ensure operational efficiency.
• Approve and direct site improvements, from design to execution.
• Manage facility teams across all locations, ensuring high standards in health & safety, security, space, and asset management.
• Maintain mission-critical environments to ensure 100% uptime.
• Manage the integration of an ESG program into facility management practice to minimize the facilities impact on the environment.

Real Estate Strategy & Leasing:

• Develop and execute Symcor's real estate strategy across all facilities.
• Lead lease negotiations and manage all leasing transactions.
• Ensure accuracy in documentation, monitor key lease terms, and maintain strong landlord relationships.

Budget Oversight:

• Prepare and manage a $22M premises and $5M capital budget.
• Approve service contracts, vendor proposals, and ensure fiscal accountability.
• Monitor expenditures and ensure timely processing of invoices and year-end financials.

People Leadership:

• Lead and develop a diverse team of managers, trades, and contractors.
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on collaboration, growth, and continuous improvement.
• Set strategic goals, coach team members, and support career development.

Health & Safety:

• Champion Symcor's Health & Safety Program and ensure compliance with all regulations.
• Oversee training, inspections, emergency preparedness, and government reporting.

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure all facilities and real estate programs meet client and regulatory requirements.
• Manage audit responses and maintain documentation for critical environments.

What You Need to Succeed:
Education:

• Post-secondary degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional designations such as FMA, RPA, or CFM are considered assets.

Experience:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in corporate real estate and facilities management.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale projects and managing multi-site operations.
• Bilingual (French and English) would be an asset.

Skill requirements:

• Deep knowledge of building codes, construction practices, and space planning.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Financial acumen with experience managing large budgets and vendor contracts.
• Knowledge of current building, fire, health and safety codes and related legislation.
• Knowledge of construction procedures and practices, and related architectural, mechanical and electrical building systems.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of management, external authorities, and industry professionals.
• Provide support for the preparation and update of the CADD (Computer Aided Design Drafting) Drawing Database.