Manager, Athletics and Recreation Facilities

Union/Affiliation:
Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA) Pay range: $85,993 to $102,588 annually SFU Department

Description:

Athletics and Recreation Position Grade: 10 # of openings: 1 Biweekly

Hours:

72 Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Simon Fraser University Athletics & Recreation provides inclusive sport, fitness and recreation programs that support student success, wellbeing and community connection across SFU’s three campuses. Our team manages world‑class facilities including the Lorne Davies Complex and works closely with varsity athletics, recreation programs, student groups and community partners. We contribute to SFU’s strategic priorities by enhancing the student experience, promoting equity and belonging, and building sustainable operations through innovative programming, partnerships and facility renewal initiatives.

Our culture is collaborative, student‑focused and solution‑oriented, with staff who take pride in delivering exceptional experiences for students, athletes, staff and the broader SFU community.

Reporting to the Director, Recreation and Facilities, the Manager, Athletics and Recreation Facilities leads day‑to‑day operations, maintenance and scheduling of SFU Athletics & Recreation facilities. The role supports varsity athletics, recreation programming and external partnerships while ensuring safe, efficient and customer‑focused facility operations. The Manager plays a key role in major renewal initiatives, including Lorne Davies Complex upgrades, lifecycle planning and capital projects, and works closely with Facilities Services, coaches, students and community partners.

This position contributes directly to Athletics & Recreation’s strategic priorities by improving facility access, enhancing participant experience and supporting sustainable operations and revenue generation. The successful candidate will help implement new facility systems, support tri‑campus programming growth and lead staff in delivering high‑quality, safe and inclusive facilities for the SFU community.

We are seeking a collaborative facilities leader who thrives in a fast‑paced university environment. The ideal candidate brings strong project management experience, excellent communication skills and a commitment to safety, equity and customer service. They are comfortable working with diverse stakeholders including students, coaches, contractors and community partners, and can balance operational needs with long‑term planning. Experience managing multi‑purpose sport facilities, leading staff teams, and coordinating capital or renewal projects is essential.

The successful candidate demonstrates initiative, sound judgment and a passion for creating welcoming, high‑quality recreation spaces that support student wellbeing and community engagement.

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a Diploma in Facilities Management or Project Management and three years of related experience in implementing policy and operational plan driven by strategic goals for a large multi‑purpose facility, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Excellent knowledge of facility management, including maintenance, security and safety.
• Excellent project management and capital planning skills.
• Excellent scheduling and operations planning for multi‑purpose sport facilities.
• Strong budget and financial management skills.
• Exceptional leadership, communication and stakeholder relationship skills.

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work‑life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA).

• 4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid‑work…