Assistant Building Manager

THE OPPORTUNITY:

ASSISTANT BUILDING MANAGER

REPORTS TO DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING

THE COMPANY:

Passion Drives Performance. InnVest succeeds because our people love what we do. Our entire team shares a deep-rooted passion for the world of hospitality & travel that extends far beyond the walls of our offices and locations.

Our company culture is built on collaboration. A nimble team where everyone has a voice at the table and an opportunity to pursue their passions. Our skillsets are as diverse as our portfolio, but we all have a singular focus: a belief that partnerships deliver the best results, an entrepreneurial approach to decision making, respect for others, a strong sense of integrity and a curiosity to challenge the status quo.

With over 75 hotels in our portfolio, representing 18 internationally recognized hotel brands, InnVest is the largest independent owner of hotels in Canada. In addition, our management team oversees the day-to-day activities of almost 70 hotels also making InnVest the largest independent operator of hotels in Canada. InnVest’s portfolio is geographically diverse with hotels from Vancouver, BC to Corner Brook, NL but also experientially diverse from roadside inns to luxury urban properties.

At InnVest, our mission is simple – to deliver outstanding guest experiences and superior returns on quality hospitality investment. A career at InnVest will provide you with unrivalled opportunities and invaluable exposure to Canada’s largest independently-owned and operated hotel portfolio.

THE ROLE:

The Assistant Building Manager is responsible for overseeing all maintenance, repair, special projects, preventative maintenance of the hotel and dorms while leading a team of professionals and contributing to the overall success of the hotel.

ACTIVITIES:

The duties and responsibilities for the Assistant Building Manager include, but are not limited to the following:

• Leading the Maintenance Department while ensuring attainment of hotel and department goals, guest and associate satisfaction.
• oversee the maintenance, service, and repair of the Hotel boilers and related HVAC systems
• Recruiting, scheduling, payroll, performance management and reviews, training and coaching of all maintenance techs.
• Departmental adherence to health & safety standards: ensure thorough Worksafe NB and Occupation Health and Safety compliance; and a key member of the Hotel's emergency response team.
• Coordinating the Preventive Maintenance Program for guest rooms, public areas, and safety systems.
• Ensuring the hotel complies with all Government regulations pertaining to building code requirements, insurance, loss prevention, health, fire, and life safety programs. Applying Legislated, Corporate, and department standards
• Preparing and controlling the annual/monthly maintenance budgets and accurate forecasts
• Maintaining scheduling to complete work with minimal disruption to Guest service and maximize productivity.
• All research and preparation of purchase orders, purchasing, implementation and related tracking.
• Maintenance, repair, and emergency responses for the building by the Maintenance department, Grounds department and appropriate outside vendors/contractors.
• Preparation of Maintenance Capital Plan. Co-ordinate renovations and Maintenance related capital projects within the framework, budgets and time limits established
• Ensuring all physical operations of the Hotel, including refrigeration, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, plumbing, water treatment, and electric systems are maintained in a neat, clean and safe fashion.
• Reviewing ongoing service contracts for contractor performance and competitive pricing
• Monitoring energy management to ensure cost effective use of utilities and identify opportunities to reduce energy consumption
• Management of hotel’s fleet of vehicles
• Maintaining close and effective working relationship with all other departments, owner representatives and external contractors
• Developing and motivating the Maintenance team. Establishes quantitative standards of performance and utilizes leadership skill to fully maximize department’s capabilities

COMPETENCIES WE ARE SEEKING:

• Minimum of 3 years leadership experience required.
• 4th class or better boiler certificate required
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills: highly organized, results oriented with the ability to be flexible, and to work well under pressure, strong level of initiative required.
• Strong business background an asset.
• Exceptional guest service approach and a guest service/hospitality focus.
• Strong technical abilities with Microsoft programs and familiarization with computerized maintenance systems an asset.
• Knowledgeable of regulations such as building codes, fire and health department requirements
• Ability to review, assess and modify work as needed to ensure continual result focused progress.
• Ability to handle multiple complex projects concurrently with a focus on results

InnVest Hotels is an inclusive employer. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We appreciate all applications, however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Licence/Certification:

• 4th class boiler certificate (required)

Ability to Commute:

• Saint Andrews, NB E5B 1T7 (required)

Work Location: In person