Manager, Sustainability & Infrastructure Planning
Top Benefits
About the role
Competition Number
S181448P
Position Title
Manager, Sustainability & Infrastructure Planning
Position Number
A99761
Employee Group
Administrator
Position Status
Regular Full-Time
Start Date
End Date (if applicable)
Department
Campus Planning
Additional Notes
Location
North Vancouver
Working with us
At Capilano University, learners are our focus. Guided by the goals outlined in Envisioning and Illuminating 2030, employees play an essential role in creating an exceptional learning experience for and with learners and are central to a thriving campus community. Together, we are inspired by imagination and Capilano University is one of the leading teaching-focused universities in British Columbia and one of BC’s Top Employers. Grounded by our sense of purpose, we offer a meaningful, friendly, and dynamic work environment.
About the role
NATUREANDSCOPE OF WORK
Reporting to the Director, Planning & Projects, and the Sustainability Committee, the Manager, Sustainability & Infrastructure Planning provides strategic leadership to integrate sustainability principles into University operations and long-term planning. The role is responsible for developing and implementing sustainability initiatives, leading energy conservation and capital renewal programs, and ensuring compliance with environmental standards, codes, and regulations.
The Manager identifies, assesses, and prioritizes deferred maintenance and infrastructure projects, prepares funding submissions, and coordinates project planning and implementation in collaboration with academic, administrative, and external stakeholders. The role also leads policy and standards development related to sustainability and infrastructure planning, ensuring alignment with the University’s Strategic and Academic Plans.
Reporting to the Manager, Sustainability and Infrastructure Planning is the Sustainability Planner.
ILLUSTRATIVE****EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
-
Lead University-wide sustainability planning and reporting, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and environmental commitments.
-
Develop governance structures, policies, and standards for sustainability initiatives, infrastructure renewal, and energy management.
-
Monitor emerging technologies and best practices in sustainability, energy management, and infrastructure renewal and apply them to University planning.
-
Manage and monitor projects and budgets to ensure alignment with institutional priorities, funding requirements, and timelines.
-
Prepare reports for senior management, provincial agencies, and external stakeholders, including sustainability tracking and compliance reporting.
Experience, competencies & qualifications
REQUIREDTRAININGAND****EXPERIENCE
-
Undergraduate degree in Environmental Sustainability, Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field; advanced degrees an asset.
-
Minimum seven years of related experience in a large, complex environment; experience in post-secondary or public-sector unionized settings preferred.
-
Professional designation in sustainability, planning, and/or project management an asset.
-
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
For more information
For more information, please see the complete job description.
Benefits
At Capilano University, we understand that there is more to life than work. That is why we offer comprehensive benefits and support to help you and your family live a balanced life. Take a sneak peak to see what it is like to work at Capilano University.
Posting Detail Information
Days and Hours of Work
Our standard work week is Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm.
Bridge Period (if applicable)
Pay Group
11
Salary
The typical salary range for this role falls between $92,139.00 – $122,852.00 per annum, commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity, with future opportunities for performance-based pay and career progression.
Additionally, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including a defined pension plan, employer paid benefit premiums, and more.
Union
N/A
Job Open Date
11/06/2025
Job Close Date
11/14/2025
Open Until Filled
No
About Capilano University
Capilano University is a regional university based in North Vancouver, British Columbia, with additional programming serving the Sunshine Coast and the Sea-to-Sky corridor. With industry-leading instructors, small classes and over 100 programs across five distinctive faculties, CapU is a unique place where students are encouraged to make their mark, in and out of the classroom. Capilano University is named after Sa7plek (Chief Joe Capilano), an important leader of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nation of the Coast Salish Peoples. We respectfully acknowledge that our campuses and are located on the territories of the LíỈwat, xʷməθkʷəỷəm (Musqueam), shíshálh (Sechelt), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and SəỈílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
Manager, Sustainability & Infrastructure Planning
Top Benefits
About the role
Competition Number
S181448P
Position Title
Manager, Sustainability & Infrastructure Planning
Position Number
A99761
Employee Group
Administrator
Position Status
Regular Full-Time
Start Date
End Date (if applicable)
Department
Campus Planning
Additional Notes
Location
North Vancouver
Working with us
At Capilano University, learners are our focus. Guided by the goals outlined in Envisioning and Illuminating 2030, employees play an essential role in creating an exceptional learning experience for and with learners and are central to a thriving campus community. Together, we are inspired by imagination and Capilano University is one of the leading teaching-focused universities in British Columbia and one of BC’s Top Employers. Grounded by our sense of purpose, we offer a meaningful, friendly, and dynamic work environment.
About the role
NATUREANDSCOPE OF WORK
Reporting to the Director, Planning & Projects, and the Sustainability Committee, the Manager, Sustainability & Infrastructure Planning provides strategic leadership to integrate sustainability principles into University operations and long-term planning. The role is responsible for developing and implementing sustainability initiatives, leading energy conservation and capital renewal programs, and ensuring compliance with environmental standards, codes, and regulations.
The Manager identifies, assesses, and prioritizes deferred maintenance and infrastructure projects, prepares funding submissions, and coordinates project planning and implementation in collaboration with academic, administrative, and external stakeholders. The role also leads policy and standards development related to sustainability and infrastructure planning, ensuring alignment with the University’s Strategic and Academic Plans.
Reporting to the Manager, Sustainability and Infrastructure Planning is the Sustainability Planner.
ILLUSTRATIVE****EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
-
Lead University-wide sustainability planning and reporting, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and environmental commitments.
-
Develop governance structures, policies, and standards for sustainability initiatives, infrastructure renewal, and energy management.
-
Monitor emerging technologies and best practices in sustainability, energy management, and infrastructure renewal and apply them to University planning.
-
Manage and monitor projects and budgets to ensure alignment with institutional priorities, funding requirements, and timelines.
-
Prepare reports for senior management, provincial agencies, and external stakeholders, including sustainability tracking and compliance reporting.
Experience, competencies & qualifications
REQUIREDTRAININGAND****EXPERIENCE
-
Undergraduate degree in Environmental Sustainability, Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field; advanced degrees an asset.
-
Minimum seven years of related experience in a large, complex environment; experience in post-secondary or public-sector unionized settings preferred.
-
Professional designation in sustainability, planning, and/or project management an asset.
-
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
For more information
For more information, please see the complete job description.
Benefits
At Capilano University, we understand that there is more to life than work. That is why we offer comprehensive benefits and support to help you and your family live a balanced life. Take a sneak peak to see what it is like to work at Capilano University.
Posting Detail Information
Days and Hours of Work
Our standard work week is Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm.
Bridge Period (if applicable)
Pay Group
11
Salary
The typical salary range for this role falls between $92,139.00 – $122,852.00 per annum, commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity, with future opportunities for performance-based pay and career progression.
Additionally, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including a defined pension plan, employer paid benefit premiums, and more.
Union
N/A
Job Open Date
11/06/2025
Job Close Date
11/14/2025
Open Until Filled
No
About Capilano University
Capilano University is a regional university based in North Vancouver, British Columbia, with additional programming serving the Sunshine Coast and the Sea-to-Sky corridor. With industry-leading instructors, small classes and over 100 programs across five distinctive faculties, CapU is a unique place where students are encouraged to make their mark, in and out of the classroom. Capilano University is named after Sa7plek (Chief Joe Capilano), an important leader of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nation of the Coast Salish Peoples. We respectfully acknowledge that our campuses and are located on the territories of the LíỈwat, xʷməθkʷəỷəm (Musqueam), shíshálh (Sechelt), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and SəỈílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.