About the role
Facilities Manager Job Description
Organization: Rocky View Foundation (RVF)
Location: Various
Reports to: Director of Operations
Employment Type: Full-Time at 1.0 FTE - 40 hours per week
Organization Overview:
Rocky View Foundation is a not-for-profit affordable housing provider dedicated to improving the quality of life for low and moderate-income individuals and families. Our mission is to develop, manage, and maintain affordable housing solutions that support sustainable communities.
RVF Core Values:
Collaboration
Authenticity
Resourceful
Engaged
Position Summary: The Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing the Maintenance and Facilities functions within the organization. This includes providing leadership to the Maintenance department and ensuring consistent operational standards across all RVF locations. The role also encompasses procurement, vendor and contract management, regulatory compliance, and comprehensive asset management.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Leadership & Team Management:
- Lead, mentor, and support Maintenance Managers across multiple sites to ensure consistent operations and standards
- Oversee facility operations to maintain safe, well-functioning environments for residents and tenants
- Promote staff development, teamwork, and accountability through training and performance management
- Conduct regular evaluations and provide ongoing feedback to direct reports
- Create and monitor schedules: including rotational on-call/ emergency coverage
2. Facilities Management:
- Develop and manage preventive maintenance schedules, including oversight of BAS and BMS systems
- Coordinate renovations, capital projects, and upgrades
- Ensure buildings, grounds, and equipment meet all health, safety, and environmental regulations
3. Procurement & Vendor Management:
- Oversee procurement of tools, supplies, and services, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness
- Negotiate vendor contracts and monitor service performance
- Maintain strong relationships with contractors and suppliers
4. Financial Management & Budgeting:
- Support budget planning and track departmental spending.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement efficient operational practices.
- Ensure financial targets are met through effective resource and contract management
5. Compliance & Risk Management:
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and internal policies
- Conduct facility audits and address safety risks
- Partner with Health & Safety teams on inspections, audits, and emergency planning
- Support development of emergency response and disaster recovery plans
6. Strategic Planning & Continuous Improvement:
- Collaborate with leadership on facility and procurement strategy.
- Drive process improvements, technology adoption, and performance tracking (KPIs).
- Lead sustainability efforts to reduce energy use, waste, and environmental impact
Qualifications:
- Engineering, Facility, HVAC or other relevant professional designations will be considered
- 5+ years of experience in maintenance, facility/property management or a related field.
- Budgeting & financial planning
- Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across diverse teams
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make critical decisions in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in facility management software and Microsoft Office Suite
Working Conditions:
- This position requires flexibility in scheduling, including occasional evenings or weekends as needed
- Travel between lodge facilities will be required
- Vacation and sick coverage may be required, including performing the duties of direct reports during their absence
Apply Now:
We thank all applicants for applying but only candidates under consideration will be contacted directly. Please be advised that applications will be monitored daily, and interviews may be scheduled throughout the posting period.
We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply as Rocky View Foundation is committed to offering a diverse and safe workspace free from discrimination. All applicants are considered regardless of age, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and religious beliefs.
About Rocky View Foundation
Seniors' Housing with Heart!
Rocky View Foundation is a non-profit organization and a registered charity that has been dedicated to providing affordable housing options to independent seniors in the Rocky View, Alberta region for over 63 years.
We want to ensure that seniors have access to high-quality housing that meets their needs and enhances their overall well-being.
What sets us apart from other housing options is our commitment to keeping our rates below market value. As a non-profit organization, we prioritize affordability, ensuring that our residents can enjoy comfortable and secure housing at an incredible value. Our people are at the heart of what we do. Our staff members are highly educated, specifically trained, and have extensive experience working in seniors' facilities. They are dedicated to creating a warm and welcoming environment, treating residents like family, and ensuring that everyone feels at home. We believe that the well-being and happiness of our residents are paramount, and our staff goes above and beyond to provide exceptional care and support.
We offer a variety of housing options to cater to the diverse needs and preferences of our residents. Our independent living opportunities are available in apartment-style manors, providing seniors with the freedom and autonomy they desire. Additionally, we offer supportive living (SL2) in our lodges, where residents can receive additional assistance and care as needed.
Rocky View Foundation has a longstanding commitment to providing affordable and exceptional housing options for independent seniors in the Rocky View, Alberta, region.
About the role
Facilities Manager Job Description
Organization: Rocky View Foundation (RVF)
Location: Various
Reports to: Director of Operations
Employment Type: Full-Time at 1.0 FTE - 40 hours per week
Organization Overview:
Rocky View Foundation is a not-for-profit affordable housing provider dedicated to improving the quality of life for low and moderate-income individuals and families. Our mission is to develop, manage, and maintain affordable housing solutions that support sustainable communities.
RVF Core Values:
Collaboration
Authenticity
Resourceful
Engaged
Position Summary: The Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing the Maintenance and Facilities functions within the organization. This includes providing leadership to the Maintenance department and ensuring consistent operational standards across all RVF locations. The role also encompasses procurement, vendor and contract management, regulatory compliance, and comprehensive asset management.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Leadership & Team Management:
- Lead, mentor, and support Maintenance Managers across multiple sites to ensure consistent operations and standards
- Oversee facility operations to maintain safe, well-functioning environments for residents and tenants
- Promote staff development, teamwork, and accountability through training and performance management
- Conduct regular evaluations and provide ongoing feedback to direct reports
- Create and monitor schedules: including rotational on-call/ emergency coverage
2. Facilities Management:
- Develop and manage preventive maintenance schedules, including oversight of BAS and BMS systems
- Coordinate renovations, capital projects, and upgrades
- Ensure buildings, grounds, and equipment meet all health, safety, and environmental regulations
3. Procurement & Vendor Management:
- Oversee procurement of tools, supplies, and services, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness
- Negotiate vendor contracts and monitor service performance
- Maintain strong relationships with contractors and suppliers
4. Financial Management & Budgeting:
- Support budget planning and track departmental spending.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement efficient operational practices.
- Ensure financial targets are met through effective resource and contract management
5. Compliance & Risk Management:
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and internal policies
- Conduct facility audits and address safety risks
- Partner with Health & Safety teams on inspections, audits, and emergency planning
- Support development of emergency response and disaster recovery plans
6. Strategic Planning & Continuous Improvement:
- Collaborate with leadership on facility and procurement strategy.
- Drive process improvements, technology adoption, and performance tracking (KPIs).
- Lead sustainability efforts to reduce energy use, waste, and environmental impact
Qualifications:
- Engineering, Facility, HVAC or other relevant professional designations will be considered
- 5+ years of experience in maintenance, facility/property management or a related field.
- Budgeting & financial planning
- Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across diverse teams
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make critical decisions in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in facility management software and Microsoft Office Suite
Working Conditions:
- This position requires flexibility in scheduling, including occasional evenings or weekends as needed
- Travel between lodge facilities will be required
- Vacation and sick coverage may be required, including performing the duties of direct reports during their absence
Apply Now:
We thank all applicants for applying but only candidates under consideration will be contacted directly. Please be advised that applications will be monitored daily, and interviews may be scheduled throughout the posting period.
We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply as Rocky View Foundation is committed to offering a diverse and safe workspace free from discrimination. All applicants are considered regardless of age, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and religious beliefs.
About Rocky View Foundation
Seniors' Housing with Heart!
Rocky View Foundation is a non-profit organization and a registered charity that has been dedicated to providing affordable housing options to independent seniors in the Rocky View, Alberta region for over 63 years.
We want to ensure that seniors have access to high-quality housing that meets their needs and enhances their overall well-being.
What sets us apart from other housing options is our commitment to keeping our rates below market value. As a non-profit organization, we prioritize affordability, ensuring that our residents can enjoy comfortable and secure housing at an incredible value. Our people are at the heart of what we do. Our staff members are highly educated, specifically trained, and have extensive experience working in seniors' facilities. They are dedicated to creating a warm and welcoming environment, treating residents like family, and ensuring that everyone feels at home. We believe that the well-being and happiness of our residents are paramount, and our staff goes above and beyond to provide exceptional care and support.
We offer a variety of housing options to cater to the diverse needs and preferences of our residents. Our independent living opportunities are available in apartment-style manors, providing seniors with the freedom and autonomy they desire. Additionally, we offer supportive living (SL2) in our lodges, where residents can receive additional assistance and care as needed.
Rocky View Foundation has a longstanding commitment to providing affordable and exceptional housing options for independent seniors in the Rocky View, Alberta, region.