Facilities Coordination Project Manager

Location: Surrey, BC

Work Arrangement: Full-Time Onsite

Duration: Contract (November 2026 – March 2027)

Industry: Utilities / Facilities Management / Operations

About The Opportunity

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Facilities Management Coordinator to support one of British Columbia's largest utility providers at its Trades Training Centre in Surrey.

This position is responsible for the day-to-day operation, safety, and maintenance coordination of a busy training facility. The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams, service providers, and skilled trades to ensure the facility remains safe, functional, and well-maintained.

This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong facilities management, customer service, workplace safety, and operational coordination experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily facility inspections to ensure safe occupancy and identify maintenance or safety concerns.
• Coordinate service calls, repairs, preventive maintenance, and facility-related activities with contractors and internal teams.
• Respond to occupant concerns, troubleshoot building issues, and coordinate timely resolutions.
• Maintain facility technologies, assist with basic IT troubleshooting, and complete scheduled maintenance tasks.
• Support emergency management, life safety procedures, and workplace safety initiatives.
• Maintain the facility's first aid program, hold an Intermediate First Aid certificate, and provide first aid when required.
• Coordinate with administration, planning teams, and external service providers to support daily operations.
• Assist with facilities-related projects, contractor activities, and operational improvements.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of project management experience or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of facilities management, building operations, and maintenance coordination.
• Excellent customer service, communication, collaboration, and time management skills.
• Experience with emergency management processes, workplace safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Previous experience supervising or managing personnel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, MS Teams, and basic computer troubleshooting.
• Ability to interpret and follow workplace rules, regulations, and safety standards.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 23 kg and remaining mobile throughout most of the workday.
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills.
  
  

Nice to Have

• Formal training in facilities management or project management.
• PMP designation or experience coordinating projects and contract work.
• Experience in utilities, industrial facilities, or complex safety environments.
• Familiarity with IT systems, facility technologies, and technical documentation.
• Experience coordinating skilled trades, shipping/receiving, or materials management.
• Experience managing emergency response and life safety programs.
  
  

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to support the safe and efficient operation of an important training facility within BC's utility sector.

You'll work with a diverse group of professionals, coordinate essential facility services, and contribute directly to workplace safety and operational reliability.

Please note: This position requires full-time onsite attendance at the Trades Training Centre in Surrey.

Apply Today

If you have experience in facilities management, operational coordination, and workplace safety, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your updated resume to learn more about this opportunity.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com