Buildings & Grounds Manager at Village Grace - Les Communautés de retraités Massawippi

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Grace Village – Massawippi Retirement Communities

Sherbrooke, QC

Full-Time | Flexible Schedule

Reports to: Executive Director

At Grace Village, our mission is to provide Excellent, Loving and Compassionate Care to seniors in our community.

We are seeking an experienced and collaborative Buildings & Grounds Manager to oversee the maintenance, safety, and long-term stewardship of our residence.

This individual will lead a small team, manage preventative maintenance programs, coordinate contractors, and contribute to strategic projects, including the future development of autonomous apartment-style living spaces.

What You'll Do:

Facilities Operations

• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of buildings, grounds, and equipment;
• Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs;
• Coordinate plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and infrastructure repairs;
• Maintain maintenance records and service documentation.

Leadership & Operations

• Lead, support, and schedule the Buildings & Grounds team;
• Assist with onboarding, coaching, and employee development;
• Collaborate with leaders across departments;
• Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, and service excellence.

Contractor & Resource Management

• Coordinate external contractors and service providers;
• Source materials, supplies, and equipment;
• Monitor the quality and safety of completed work.

Strategic Projects

• Participate in facility improvement initiatives;
• Support the development of future autonomous apartment-style living spaces;
• Contribute to long-term infrastructure planning.

What We Are Looking For:

Qualifications

• Postsecondary education or equivalent experience in facilities management, construction, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or a related field;
• Minimum three (3) years of supervisory experience;
• Strong knowledge of building systems and preventative maintenance;
• Knowledge of construction laws, regulations, and project management principles is an asset;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications is an asset;
• Valid driver's licence;
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks;
• Availability to respond to operational emergencies outside regular business hours when required.

Competencies

• Strong leadership and project management skills;
• Excellent organizational and prioritization abilities;
• Effective communication and collaboration skills;
• Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Commitment to safety and service excellence.
• Proficiency in French and English (English is required for the duties of this position, particularly to communicate with certain residents, their families, and members of staff).

Job Info:

• Company: Village Grace - Les Communautés de retraités Massawippi
• Position: Buildings & Grounds Manager
• Work Location: Sherbrooke
• Country: CA

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