Facility Manager

Job Description

As Facility Manager, Retail, you will be supporting multiple retail businesses within our organization. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the operational efficiency and functionality of our facilities. This position requires a proactive individual with a sense of urgency to ensure business continuity and maintain a safe and reliable operation of our facilities.

• Manage all building and grounds maintenance, including HVAC and life safety systems, ensuring operational reliability and compliance.
• Monitor building control systems, manage system alerts proactively, and respond to requests.
• Manager repair and maintenance activities for the site, building envelope, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuity.
• Manage service contracts including janitorial, landscaping, snow removal to optimize vendor performance and support facility operations.
• Respond promptly to facility emergencies to restore functionality and ensure safety.

• Oversee external contractors, negotiate service agreements, and monitor work quality.
• Ensure all fire and life safety systems are inspected and maintained per standards and regulations.

• Lead and support capital projects including parking lot and building upgrades as-required.
• Develop and manage project scopes, tendering process, schedule, and budget for all retail maintenance projects.

• Maintain documentation for maintenance activities, work orders, and inventory tracking.

• Work with senior leadership to develop annual budgets, monitor expenditures, and implement cost‑saving strategies.
• Complete site visits as required and develop maintenance plans for each site for review with senior management.
• Provide input into both short term and long term asset management plans.

• University or college degree in a related field.
• P.Eng, P.Tech and/or PMP would be considered an asset.
• General Contracting and Project Management experience would be considered an asset.
• 7+ years of experience in a related field.
• Ability to travel regularly between retail sites in Atlantic Canada.
• Ability to respond to calls after hours on occasion.
• Strong knowledge of building envelope, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC, fire and life safety systems, with the ability to read and interpret technical manuals and blueprints.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills, combined with strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know‑how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology.

We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co‑operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing.