Facilities Manager

Seed The North, Inc., Hazelton, BC
$88,000.00 - $88,000.00 / Salary - Annual

Job Description

Seed the North is an architect-led ecological restoration company located in northern British Columbia. Construction of our seed orchard and campus began in 2020. We continue to expand and are planning the construction of several new buildings, including a seed processing facility and staff housing. We are on a beautiful 160 acre property above the Skeena River, with dramatic views of Stekyoden Peak.

We are seeking a Facilities Manager with an architectural eye to execute new projects and devise maintenance plans for existing and future facilities. For the near future, this will be a construction-forward role. 

Photos of our site: https://photos.app.goo.gl/Ai2njKLfi5GF8JHc9 

Location: Hazelton, BC

Job Type: Permanent / Long Term 

Salary: $88,000

Paid Vacation: 4 weeks

Seasonal Workload: 

  • 9 months full time (40 hours per week / 5 days a week on site)

  • 2 months flex time (32 hours per week / negotiable)

  • 4 weeks paid vacation

Pay Structure: Bi-weekly payroll

Travel: Paid travel with meals, accommodations, and mileage (as needed)

Relocation Allowance: We will pay $5,000 toward your relocation expenses

Closing Date: September 6, 2024

Please visit https://archinect.com/jobs/entry/150433852/facilities-manager for full job description.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience / Required Skills / Qualifications

  • 8+ years of relevant experience

  • Post secondary degree in Architectural Technology, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience (Master’s level preferred)

  • Excellent Project Management skills

  • Experience in Construction Management, or a strong construction background

  • Experience managing a General Contractor an asset

  • Experience representing a client an asset

  • Ability to read construction drawings, identify problems, and fastidiously execute a project vision

  • A strong aesthetic sensibility and appreciation for well executed design details

  • Knowledge of machinery and equipment an asset

  • Knowledge of earthworks and landscaping an asset

  • Knowledge of building science, HVAC, off grid energy systems an asset

  • Knowledge of BC Building Code or International Building Code an asset

  • Knowledge of timber frame, wood, and steel construction an asset

  • Experience with cost estimating and budgets

  • Experience with commissioning and inspection procedures

  • Ability to deploy systems and workflows that are appropriate to the scale of our operations. We are not large enough to sustain highly bureaucratic systems but our projects are large enough to benefit from workflow planning

  • A proven track record of maintaining high quality standards while working to deadlines

  • Good documentation and photography skills an asset

  • Excellent computer skills

  • Experience with Microsoft Office, Google Sheets

  • Experience with CAD and 3D software an asset

  • Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle

  • PMP, P.Eng, construction trade tickets, and green building certifications are assets

Job Description

  • Directing new construction projects, refits, renovations

  • Planning and managing daily logistics at the work site

  • Developing and implementing maintenance plans

  • Finding creative ways to solve construction and logistical challenges in a context that is off the beaten path

  • Interpreting and critiquing architectural drawings

  • Procuring consultants and contractor teams for each project as needed

  • Management of fabrication processes, shop drawings

  • Cost estimating and takeoffs from construction drawings 

  • Coordinating procurement of all building materials, equipment, furniture, and fixtures

  • Documentation of completed or in-progress works, taking measurements, inspecting construction work

  • Facilitating site visits

  • A strong role in the envisionment of long term campus build-out

Details Apply Now

Date Posted: 06/21/2024
Start Date: Ongoing
Classification: Exempt
Level: Experienced
Travel Requirements: On site in Hazelton BC
Job Type: Full-time
Wage: Salary - Annual
Wage From: $88,000.00
Wage To: $88,000.00
Preferred Education: Bachelor level (Master's level preferred)
Number of Employees: 1

Seed The North, Inc.
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Company Website: https://seedthenorth.ca/
Company Phone Number: 250-842-8757