Manager, Capital Projects

Established in 1996, Amica Senior Lifestyles owns and operates over 30 senior living residences in British Columbia and Ontario, while continuing to grow in select markets. Offering Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL) and Memory Care (MC) lifestyle options, we combine expert care with unparalleled premium hospitality and amenities to deliver a personalized senior living experience.

At Amica, we are driven by the desire to be part of something bigger than ourselves. We are privileged to spend our days enriching the lives of seniors, their families and each other. Joining Amica means you’ll experience a strong sense of belonging, purpose, possibility, and growth.

Become part of a team where you can make a real impact in the lives of others each and every day.

The Opportunity

Under the direction of the Senior Director Operations Development, the Manager, Capital Projects provides the leadership and administrative direction regarding services and functions for the physical operation and maintenance of Amica Residences, ensuring the integrity, safety and sustainability of the property’s physical environment and systems.

What you will be doing

• Responsible for planning, executing, and monitoring an annual $25M capital expenditure budget.
• Accountable for monitoring all capital projects assigned to the group:Provide direction and technical guidance and support to maintain schedule and budget adherence, while ensuring projects are executed in accordance with increasing the value of the asset through comprehensive project management procedures, professional standards, and within financial parameters.
• Responsible for providing recommendations and professional guidance to resolve project related issues:
  • Reviewing all external consultant reports: ESA, PCA/BCA etc. and assist other Project Managers as necessary for capital planning.
  • Collaborate and support programs and processes that increase the value of the asset.
  • Mitigate risks as it relates to programs, equipment, building structures of the Amica portfolio.
• Manage and report the annual residences’ capital budget to ensure compliance month over month:
  • Set up reporting and tracking devices to assist in better controls for all end users.
  • Provide regular status reports of key performance indicators and milestones to be reported and presented monthly, quarterly, and yearly.
• Create, support, and drive a robust Energy Management program.
• Have line of site of operating expenses that have direct correlation to supporting a strong and healthy capital expense program; preventative maintenance programs, inspections that will support an increased awareness of risk factors as it relates to building structure, machinery, equipment etc.
• Manage cost reduction and efficiency initiatives to maximize financial benefits.
• Collaborate and support Procurement Department as it relates to contracts that support the Residences operation of key service agreements (Elevators, Mechanical etc.)
• Have line of site on safety guidelines; consult with Amica Specialists and key vendors i.e. Structural Engineers

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Building Technology Construction Management, or closely related field.
• 7+ years of experience in Asset/Facilities Management and/or Project Management with history working in multi unit complex businesses in the Seniors Housing/Hospitality environments.
• Extensive experience in operational, project, and financial management.
• Experience with complex and varied technical assignments related to preventive maintenance, utilities, contracts, fiscal planning, improvement or repair of buildings, facilities or equipment
• Experience in energy saving programs.
• Robust skills in Microsoft Office software, including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Have a proven record of working within a dynamic and collaborative team environment that exists to assist teams to grow.

What you can expect from us

• A diverse and inclusive environment where individual differences are celebrated, and you’re encouraged to be your best self
• A collaborative environment where we support each other to succeed as a team
• Learning opportunities to help you grow and support for professional development and designations
• Comprehensive benefit package including RRSP matching
• Participation in Amica’s Flex or Hybrid work model providing team members the opportunity to work a combination of days both in office and remotely

At Amica Senior Lifestyles we are passionate about working together in a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters innovation and turns ideas into action. We remain committed to creating workplaces that reflect the communities in which we operate. We are actively seeking applicants from all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, Black, Indigenous, racialized people, and persons with disabilities and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for our positions.  

Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.  

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