Site Operations and Maintenance Manager

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At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

The role

We are looking for a Site Operations and Maintenance Manager (SOMM) to support our Real Property Planning and Management Branch. The incumbent would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

As part of the RPPM Operations and Maintenance directorate, the SOMM is the client’s primary point of contact and is responsible for all building operations, preventive and corrective maintenance services and site requirements. The SOMM is also responsible for planning, contracting and coordinating the delivery of building and site services including general maintenance, inspection, and monitoring. These services include but are not limited to the following; chilled water, steam, compressed air, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, electrical services, fire alarm and life safety systems. In addition, the SOMM is responsible for coordinating aspects of the security, environmental issues, land management, utilities and building safety and health requirements in support of the client’s programs and business operational needs.

The SOMM plays a key role in the NRC’s building infrastructure recapitalization program. They have the autonomy to identify and prioritize recapitalization projects for the entire site for discussion and approval by the Director of Engineering and Construction. These projects often have components that require high technical knowledge such as building automation systems, energy recovery systems, complex research equipdfszament, and other advanced building technologies.

Screening criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

College diploma in a three-year program in Civil, Structural, Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical Engineering Technology.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience would also be considered (e.g. A Red Seal Trade Certification in a recognized trade).

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

Experience

• Significant* experience planning, contracting and coordinating the delivery of building and site services including general maintenance, inspection, and monitoring.


• Significant* experience in performance management and development of staff including coaching, mentoring and providing feedback on assigned work.


• Significant* experience ensuring compliance of building, facility and site operations with applicable federal, provincial and/or local regulatory requirements including building and construction codes and environment related act.


• Significant* experience in construction project management.


• Significant* experience managing budget for yearly operations and maintenance programs.


• Experience troubleshooting and resolving site and building issues.


• Experience making recommendations for site enhancements and upgrades as well as preparing Requests for Proposals (RFP), Requests for Quotation (RFQ) and/or Statements of Work (SOW) for multi-year service contracts.

The following experience criteria would be considered as assets:

• Experience managing research building and facility operations which may include specialized labs.


• Experience verifying and optimizing building systems in compliance with best practices and industry standards including commissioning, re-commissioning and retro-commissioning.

* Significant experience is defined as four (4) to six (6) years of experience.

Condition of employment

Reliability Status

For a Reliability Status, verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

Language requirements

English 

Assessment criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical competencies

• Knowledge of federal, provincial and/or local regulatory requirements, including building and construction codes, environment related acts.


• Knowledge of policies and processes related to Occupational Health & Safety.


• Knowledge of project management principles processes and tools.


• Knowledge of financial management and procurement legislation, regulations and policies.


• Knowledge of processes for managing service and maintenance contracts.


• Knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance procedures.

Behavioural competencies

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profiles: Management Services; Supervisor.

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Compensation

From $99,281 to $117,859 per annum. 

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Notes

• In 2025, the NRC has been chosen as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, the National Capital Region’s Top Employers and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers.


• Overtime might be required occasionally.


• Occasional travel might be required.


• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.


• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one-year period.


• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.


• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.


• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.