Facilities Manager – Bilingual

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 Service Now 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 Service Now.

• 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.

Why Recruit Action?

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