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You will be a key member of an engaged, high-reaching team - part of a world-class, winning culture that prioritizes people development and focuses on long-term growth. We take great pride in leading the industry by earning respect through every interaction, every day. We go above and beyond to protect and grow relationships by anticipating needs, being honest and considerate, and valuing customers as genuine partners.
The Manager of Energy and Technical Services is responsible for managing, supervising, and monitoring the on-going maintenance of the electrical and mechanical components as well as all physical aspects of Square One Shopping Centre and outparcels. Provides direction, oversees expense control and ensures efficient and sustainable operating practices for the Central Plant, Technical Services and all other aspects of the Energy and Technical Services at Square One Shopping Centre.
You Will Be Responsible For
Manage operating costs by assisting in the development of the annual operating budget, reviewing outside contracts for satisfactory performance and supplier invoices for accuracy, ensuring timely approval, cost allocation, expense forecast and variance analysis.
Ensure all mechanical and electrical equipment operates at maximum efficiency by implementing clear and concise operating procedures. Plan, organize and administer the preventative maintenance program by assigning tasks and ensuring timely completion.
Analyze and administer utility consumption by ensuring timely allocation of costs, monitoring tenant & building systems consumption, investigating discrepancies and implementing sustainable operating practices.
Lead staff (2 supervisors and approximately 12 unionized staff) within area of responsibility by fostering and maintaining positive employee relations, providing regular feedback and assisting with training needs.
Actively participate in the Fire Safety Plan and emergency response by ensuring the operation and maintenance of the fire and life safety systems, including emergency power systems in accordance with applicable codes.
Be available after hours to respond and oversee building emergencies.
Provide support, collaborate and work in partnership with other team managers and site staff to execute daily tasks and special projects as required.
Act as the technical subject matter expert for the site assigned.
Main point of contact for IT Services Team, assist with IT related project work and troubleshooting any issues on site.
Assist to budget, manage and/or lead technical capital projects at the site.
Participate and assist with corporate initiatives related to Technical Department (i.e. energy initiatives/projects, carbon reduction plans, etc.)
Being a leader in smart and integrated building solutions, fiber networks, and all related technologies.
Other tasks as assigned by the Senior Operations Manager.
Assist Head office Tenant Coordination team with site tenant construction inspections, coordinating contractor work (Fire Protection systems, roof work, after hour/hot work permits), review and approve Mechanical & Electrical Drawings.
Required Skills & Experience
CET designation/Building Environmental Systems Certification or equivalent required.
5-10 Years maintenance/supervisory experience required in a unionized commercial environment with involvement in engaging consultants and suppliers in energy management projects, retrofits and equipment commissioning.
Preferred Skills & Experience
Post Secondary Education (Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Degree or Diploma an asset)
Previous experience within shopping centre industry an asset.
Strong people skills and people management.
Ability to prioritize tasks and achieve departmental goals under minimal supervision.
Strong computer skills required; working knowledge of Auto CAD an asset.
Experience with unionized staff.
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This posting is for an existing vacancy.The expected salary range for this position is $103,000 to $115,000 per year.
You may also be eligible to receive an annual Incentive Award pursuant to our Short-term Incentive plan and our Long-Term Incentive plan (if applicable), and to participate in our group benefits and retirement plans – details on these elements of compensation are included within OMERS & Oxford offer letters.
Oxford's purpose is to strengthen economies and communities through real estate.
Our people-first culture is at its best when our workforce reflects the communities where we live and work - and the customers we proudly serve.
From hire to retire, we are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process that extends all the way through your employee experience. This sense of belonging and connection is cultivated up, down and across our global organization thanks to our vast network of Employee Resource Groups with executive leader sponsorship, our Purpose@Work committee and employee recognition programs.
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are used to support certain stages of the OMERS recruitment process. While AI assists us in our process, human judgment and decision-making remain central to our candidate experience.
