Director, Maintenance & Facilities

Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, public company of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1975.

Our mission of "Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time" is brought to life through the GARAGE and DYNAMITE banners and represents the consumer-centric core of GDI's long-standing success as a leading retailer in North America.

Today, GDI operates nearly 300 stores across Canada and the United States, as well as shoppable brand experiences at Garageclothing.com and Dynamiteclothing.com.

Job Summary:

The Director of Maintenance and Facilities leads the company's maintenance and facilities function, overseeing operations across all sites - including new international locations - from planning through completion. This role partners closely with Store Development, Leasing, Finance, and Procurement, and is responsible for setting maintenance strategies, managing budgets, ensuring regulatory compliance, and building a strong, engaged Maintenance and Facilities team.

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee maintenance and facilities projects across all locations, including new international sites, from planning through completion;
• Set project timelines, budgets, and resource plans, adjusting as needed to hit milestones;
• Resolve issues quickly to limit delays and cost overruns, arranging internal or third-party support for new or remote sites as needed;
• Lead, mentor, and manage the Maintenance and Facilities team, including a direct-report manager, Head Office technicians, and store maintenance technicians;
• Set performance goals and conduct regular reviews;
• Foster a collaborative team culture that supports growth;
• Manage maintenance and facilities budgets within approved financial parameters;
• Track spend and identify cost-saving opportunities;
• Approve and manage vendor and supplier contracts;
• Ensure work meets company and industry quality standards;
• Conduct site inspections and audits, addressing non-conformance promptly;
• Ensure compliance with local, provincial, and federal regulations, including obtaining permits;
• Serve as the main point of contact for internal teams (Store Development, Construction, Leasing, Finance, Procurement) and external partners;
• Keep senior management updated on status, risks, and opportunities;
• Shape maintenance and facilities strategy to support company growth and global expansion;
• Drive process improvement and the adoption of new tools and methodologies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required; field of study is flexible (an engineering degree is not required);
• Significant experience managing maintenance/facilities operations across multiple sites or locations; a retail background is not required - experience in other multi-site industries (e.g., healthcare) is welcome;
• Strong leadership and team management skills;
• Solid understanding of maintenance/facilities processes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements;
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills;
• Comfortable supporting global expansion, including coordinating internal or temporary third-party support for new international sites;
• Professional certifications (PMP, LEED), an asset.

At GDI, you will be part of a growing organization that understands the importance of investing in people and offers you:

• A comprehensive compensation package that includes performance-driven bonuses;
• A group retirement savings program with employer matching;
• Flexible group insurance with personalized coverage that meets your needs;
• An employee discount at Garage and Dynamite;
• Exclusive private sample sales;
• A flexible vacation policy;
• And more!

GDI has been repeatedly voted one of Montréal’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Our promise…
No day will be like the last - we aim to be better today than we were yesterday. We are committed to employment equity.

Candidates that are retained will be called for an interview.

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