Facilities Manager – Bilingual

Job Description

Facilities Manager – Bilingual



Hybrid 3-month contract opportunity in Montreal within the insurance industry. Support corporate real estate operations by managing building systems, vendor performance, budgets, and service delivery. Ideal for a bilingual professional with facilities or property management experience seeking hands-on impact.



What is in it for you:




• Hourly salary of $27.50.


• 3-month contract.


• Full-time position totaling 37.5 hours per week.


• Work schedule from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm or 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.


• Hybrid work model requiring 4 days on-site and one day remote per week.


• Office location in Montreal, Quebec.



Responsibilities:




• Oversee daily building operations to ensure optimal performance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and related systems.


• Manage and prioritize work orders using ServiceNow to ensure timely completion within established Service Level Agreements.


• Respond promptly to facility issues, inquiries, and escalations, ensuring effective resolution.


• Coordinate and oversee external vendors, negotiate service contracts, and ensure compliance with service standards.


• Manage annual operating (OPEX) and capital (CAPEX) budgets, monitor expenses, and identify cost-saving opportunities.


• Support construction, renovation, and capital improvement projects from initiation to completion.


• Schedule and monitor preventative maintenance programs and asset lifecycle tracking.


• Conduct regular building inspections and ensure compliance with fire, life safety, and regulatory standards.


• Lead sustainability initiatives including energy efficiency, waste management, and recycling programs.


• Initiate and manage incident response and emergency protocols when required.


• Maintain strong communication with internal stakeholders and senior management.


• Create purchase orders and process invoices using Ariba.


• Utilize Microsoft Outlook and related tools for coordination and reporting.



What you will need to succeed:




• Postsecondary education in Facilities Management, Property Management, Building Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.


• Relevant industry certifications such as Facility Management Professional (FMP) or Certified Facility Manager (CFM) are considered an asset.


• 3 years of experience in facilities management or property management.


• Solid technical understanding of building systems including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing.


• Experience managing OPEX and CAPEX budgets and tracking financial performance.


• Demonstrated experience in vendor management and contract negotiation.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.


• Experience using a work order management system such as ServiceNow.


• Experience creating purchase orders and processing invoices using systems such as Ariba.


• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.


• Ability to work effectively in an open, agile office setting.


• Bilingual in English and French to support vendor coordination, stakeholder communication, and operational documentation in both languages.



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