Assistant Manager, Housing Management

Project

The Woodfibre LNG Project is located approximately 7 km west-southwest of Squamish British Columbia. It involves the construction and operation of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility on the previous Woodfibre pulp mill site which would have a storage capacity of 250000 m3 and would produce approximately 2.1 million tons per year of LNG.

Woodfibre Management Ltd. is a privately held Canadian company based in Vancouver and a subsidiary of Pacific Energy Corporation Limited.

Position

The Assistant Manager Housing Management is an integral part of Woodfibre LNGs dynamic team. You will be responsible for overseeing the workforce housing initiatives managing the Companys portfolio of owned or leased housing properties. This role ensures the companys commitment to providing safe compliant and cost-effective housing solutions. The incumbent will collaborate with internal teams property managers local authorities and service providers to implement housing strategies and maintain housing facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

The successful applicant will:

Facilities & Housing Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all housing-related concerns including maintenance service interruptions and space allocation.
• Oversee space planning and office seating arrangements for employees in workforce accommodations.
• Ensure all preventative maintenance and statutory requirements are met for housing units.
• Conduct housing facility inspections and manage corrective measures to comply with HSSE obligations.
• Manage vendor relationships work orders and compliance with company policies for housing-related services.

Project Management & Relocation Support

• Lead the execution of internal moves renovations and housing relocations if necessary.
• Establish performance standards for maintenance and upkeep of accommodation.
• Develop emergency preparedness and risk management plans related to workforce housing.

Financial & Compliance Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage operating budgets for housing and community initiatives.
• Oversee invoicing lease compliance and financial tracking related to workforce accommodations.

Stakeholder Engagement & Community Partnerships

• Collaborate with local housing authorities and community organizations to secure housing solutions.
• Ensure compliance with housing agreements lease contracts and sustainability goals.
  

Required Experience and requirements:

• A Bachelors degree in Business Administration Facilities Management Real Estate or a related field is preferred
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in housing management workforce accommodations or facilities management is required.
• Strong knowledge of housing regulations lease agreements and workforce accommodation planning.
• Previous experience managing vendor contracts and property maintenance.
• Solid facility operations and maintenance management abilities.
• Familiarity with the energy construction or infrastructure sector is an asset.

Working Conditions:

• Office-based with regular travel to housing sites.
• Some evening and weekend work may be required to address urgent housing concerns.

Additional Requirements:

• Experience working with large multi-disciplinary teams and contractors in a multicultural environment is an asset.
• Communication/interpersonal skills interacting with front-line workers through to management and all hierarchical levels.
• Accepts responsibility and demonstrates a commitment to the delivery of tasks and targets.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to be Innovative and vision-oriented with demonstrated ability to undertake strategic planning and implementation.
• Ability to work well under pressure handle multiple tasks and change priorities within tight time frames.
• Demonstrates and seeks accountability within the team.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Motivated and willing to take ownership of tasks.
• Energetic in pursuit of continuous improvement processes.
• Shares knowledge readily and encourages personal development.
• A valid drivers license and passport.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• This role will be a combination of office and site based.
• The position is based in the Companys Vancouver Office.

Only qualified candidates legally entitled to work in Canada will be contacted.

Woodfibre Management Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.

Thank you in advance for your interest!

Salary range: CAD 90000 - 110000 /yr

Required Experience:

Manager