Senior Manager, Property Management

Date Posted: 02/25/2026
Req : 47026
Faculty/Division: Operations & Real Estate Partnerships
Department: Facilities & Services - Property Management
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description:

Under the direction of the Director, Property Management, Fire Prevention & Elevator Services, the Senior Manager, Property Management is responsible for the overall management, supervision and administration of Property Management services which includes the operations for the St. George Campus. Property Management Services serves as the first point of contact for clients regarding facilities related service order requests and emergency service calls.

The Property Managers are responsible for maintaining the campus assets and providing service to client groups to ensure that buildings are properly maintained. Property Managers manage projects on behalf of the clients, and implement campus-wide asset management programs. They respond to emergencies, supporting clients with recovery, business resumption, repairs, and return to full operation, liaising and interacting regularly with the various facilities departments, academic faculties and administrative staff.

The Senior Manager provides functional strategic direction to the team and ensures that the necessary services are provided for the continuous operation of buildings. The Senior Manager also develops and manages effective maintenance programs for the department, looks for continuous improvement opportunities, manages the operating budget, and responds to escalations. The role further manages renovation projects on behalf of client groups, and oversees team project deliverables.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

EDUCATION:

University degree in Engineering or Architecture with license to practice in the Province of Ontario; registered and in good standing with professional licensing organizations ( PEO, CACB, RAIC,, OAA). Certification in Facilities / Property Management. Sound knowledge of all applicable building construction and systems, codes, standards, municipal processes, legislation and regulations. Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations. Knowledge of financial processes related to budgeting and financial reporting.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 10 years of substantial and progressively responsible experience in facilities management. Preferably at least two (2) years’ practice as a senior project manager. Experience overseeing and developing a maintenance plan for a large portfolio. Experience of working in a campus environment an asset. Familiarity with mixed use facilities such as office, industrial, research/labs, heritage, archival, residential and commercial. Experience managing staff in a unionized environment.

Experience in managing large programs and budgets on time and in scope. Experience in managing in a client focused environment involving multiple stakeholders. Experience in contract administration. Demonstrated experience in leading diverse teams, influencing key players, providing guidance and recommendations to senior managers. Facilitating cross-departmental and multidisciplinary proceedings where it was necessary to gain consensus.

SKILLS:

Engineer or Architect with proficiency in the interpretation and application of Ontario Building Code, Ontario Fire Code, City of Toronto By-laws, ASHRAE, NFPA, TSSA, CSA and other applicable standards, guidelines or codes. Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills with an ability to present and discuss technical information in a way that establishes rapport, persuades others and gains understanding. Strong analytical, reasoning and problem solving skills.

Demonstrated research skills and the ability to gather and analyze systems and user feedback and make recommendations.

OTHER:

Ability to manage conflicting priorities and deadlines. Ability to work under pressure within tight deadlines and short timelines. Demonstrated interpersonal skills under pressure. Ability to handle matters requiring diplomacy, sensitivity and confidentiality. Ability to learn continually “on-the-job” under pressure, on own initiative, often without prior training or instructions. Ability to exercise good judgment, discretion, tactful and diplomatic. Proficiency in standard office software applications such as Microsoft Office.

Experience with enterprise resource management tools, and maintenance management systems. Experience with public sector procurement is an asset.

Closing Date: 03/08/2026,11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Salaried
Personnel Subarea:PM
Appointment Type
:
Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: PM 5 -- Hiring Zone: $120,499 - $140,583 -- Broadband Salary Range: $120,499 - $200,831
Job Category: Facilities/Ancilliary Services