Manager, Engineering & Utility Services

Staff - Non Union

Job Category

M&P - AAPS

Job Profile

AAPS Salaried - Facilities Management Level F

Job Title

Manager Engineering & Utility Services

Department

UBCO Leadership Facilities Management

Compensation Range

$9048.67 - $14114.17 CAD Monthly

The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge qualifications and experience for the the normal course employees will be hired transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job.

Posting End Date

September 3 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

Ongoing

At UBC we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research innovation and learning for all faculty staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Description Summary

Provides strategic leadership in the preparation and delivery of business and operational plans for the Engineering and Utility Services division of Facilities Management including the operation of the Central Heating Plant boilers HVAC heating and air conditioning systems fire and life safety systems elevators electrical and lighting The position is also responsible for developing designing and planning of capital cyclical and preventative maintenance programs for UBC assets. Manages a variety of routine capital and capital projects up to $in budget (approximately 30 projects per year).

Organizational Status

This position reports under the general direction of the Associate Director of Facilities Management. Responsible for development and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external groups including other UBC Okanagan campus faculties and administrative departments other institutions external agencies advisory committees funding agencies professional associations and community organizations.

Work Performed

the operations of the technical trades including Engineers (Maintenance and Electrical) electricians and controls technicians. Manages staffing levels to meet regulations for various technical equipment across campus. Ensures employees receive appropriate training and orientation maintain required certifications performance evaluations staff recognition succession planning discipline terminations and grievances.



strategic leadership for the development of all technical guidelines for new and existing building systems. Including interpreting the technical guidelines during new project handovers and identifying deficiencies ( handover protocols & procedures for all new UBC assets are as intended in project scope).



for ensuring buildings are commissioned based on required regulations. Develops plans and proposals to bring defects up to requirements.



for the efficient and effective running of all technical building management on the Okanagan campus including the Central heating plant boilers HVA heating and air conditioning systems fire and life safety programs elevators electrical and lighting.



organizes directs controls evaluates and implements strategic operational business plans and implements policies procedures and programs for the unit division.



management of budget for the unit division in collaboration with the Associate director Facilities management and the CORMS finance team. Responsible for meeting or exceeding revenue and expense projections by minimizing expenditures while continually improving customer service.



for project management of capital projects ranging from $25000 to $from the planning phase straight through completion for technical or other projects as assigned.



RFP process contracting and performance of consultants and contractors for various engineering and operations projects within UBC purchasing guidelines .Liaises with Campus Planning & Development to discuss project conformity. Includes negotiation RFP and award for elevator service. Liaising with and supervising the performance of service providers.



health safety and environment initiatives and directives in collaboration with Risk Management Services team .Initiates any corrective action or safety improvement programs and supports wellness initiatives.



in broader strategic planning initiatives for UBC Facilities Management and CORMS with associate Director and Director.



and manages routine capital projects (minor and cyclical) including management of all trades staff or contractors and associated budgets. Designs projects and determines and manages internal project teams or manages contracted projects from inception to completion.



and prioritizing 5 year cyclical objectives for the campus. Reallocates budget due to major emergency repairs.



drafts proposals for additional funding from the Ministry of Advanced Education to increase capital project funding and prioritizes based on UBC mission.



associated safety programs and documentation and ensures work conformance with all applicable safety standards and applicable acts and regulations but not limited to including building codes egress requirements and accessibility for people with disabilities.



for mandated operational maintenance record keeping and personnel training to ensure compliance to the: Power Engineers Boiler Pressure Vessel and Refrigeration Act; BC Safety Authorities Act for any work on Pressure Vessels Steam and HVAC related systems; BC Electrical Act and Regulations as per BC Safety Authority.



sustainability initiatives pertaining to area of responsibility including energy reduction education and promotion; control technologies; emission reduction and fuel efficiency through the use of alternate fuel equipment.



with all external authorizes regarding code or regulations including the Power Engineers Boiler Pressure Vessel and Refrigeration Act; BC Safety Authorities Act for any work on Pressure Vessels Steam and HVAC related systems; BC Electrical Act and Regulations as per BC Safety Authority.



the inspection program including HVAC fire & life safety systems heating and cooling systems utility infrastructure electrical and lighting to ensure equipment and facilities to meet all legal requirements to reduce required staffing components and increase cost savings.



various projects within allocated budgets under minor capital renovation and special onetime funding. Projects include redesign of the boiler facilities commissioning of a new heating plant and input into all new campus buildings.



other related duties as required.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Decisions made and actions taken could have adverse effects on the culture environment and staff morale within Facilities Management subsequently affecting the overall operations of the department and its relations with other agencies and UBCO departments. Decision making have a significant impact on campus operations and services and could must in major cost implications. Errors in the management of projects can have serious financial impact not only on the department that the work is being completed for but for the University as a whole. Ensuring reliability of Building systems Utilities and infrastructure are UBC mission critical functions as without these services research safety and UBC reputation are at risk



Must be able to effectively plan and/or problem solve through use of policy procedures and regulations resolving minor and major issues to keep the campus users safe and secure. Precedents and procedures are not always present in the role. While a portion of each task is or may be documented many unique or exceptional circumstances occur which have to be proactively resolved. It is in these situations where the incumbent must concentrate and have excellent problem solving skills to complete the task.

Supervision Received

Works under limited supervision by Associate Director of Facilities Management.

Supervision Given

Manages a team of engineers and electricians by assigning directing and reviewing work. Supervises contracted services.

Minimum Qualifications

- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives including perspectives in conflict with ones own
- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing ones own awareness knowledge and skills related to equity diversity and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. Eligibility for membership in a professional Institute or and Journeyperson certification in an appropriate trade is of 7 years of related experience including experience in related technical fields project coordination and cost control or the equivalent combination of education and experience at a responsible level in the engineering construction or facilities maintenance fields including labour and material cost estimating experience. -Ideal skills in mechanical and electrical systems.
-Managing multi-skill resources.
-Project Management
-Sound knowledge of current health and safety regulations.
-Proven experience in a facilities management role.
-Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
-Computer experience at an intermediate level.
-Must be tactful and have excellent verbal written and interpersonal communication.
-Valid Class 5 driver s license