Senior Manager, Real Estate and Facilities (18-Month Contract)

BCAA • Full-time • Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada • C$ 113,000 - C$ 135,000 / year • 20h ago

Why BCAA?

Feel proud of what you do and help shape the future of BC at a BC Top Employer. We’re driven by purpose – delivering peace of mind to one in three BC households with insurance, roadside assistance, auto repair, Evo Car Share and Evolve E-Bike Share. With a long history of keeping roads safe and giving back in ways that build stronger communities, we offer a wide variety of meaningful, rewarding careers that move BC forward.

We are currently hiring aSenior Manager, Real Estate & Facilities (18-Month Contract)based in our Head Office in Burnaby, reporting to the VP, Channel Operations & Real Estate.

As the Senior Manager, Real Estate & Facilities, you will leadateam ofmanagers and specialists,andguidethe strategic planning, optimization, and delivery ofinitiativeswithinBCAA’s real estate portfolio and facilities operations. This roleis responsible foroverseeing end-to-end real estate lifecyclemanagementand leasingactivities,managingfacilities infrastructure,maintenanceand services, and the successful delivery ofreal estate andfacilitiesprojectsfor locations across theprovince.

You will work closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to develop data-driven strategies, manage keyvendorand partner relationships, and ensure facilities and real estate initiatives align with operational needs and long-term businessobjectives. This is a highly collaborative leadership role focused on driving efficiency, enhancingthe workplaceexperience, and delivering value across BCAA’sreal estateportfolio.

Whoyou are:

An engaging,strategicand people-first leader who builds and develops high-performing teams.
A strong communicator who works effectively across functions and influences at all levels.
A collaborative partner who brings stakeholders together to deliver complex initiatives.
Adaptable and resourceful, comfortable working in fast-paced and evolving environments.
A customer-focused problem solver who balances operational needs with long-term strategy.
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results.
A forward thinker who identifies opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation.

What you’ll do:

Lead the full lifecycle management of BCAA’s real estate portfolio, including planning, optimization,siteassessments,acquisitions, and lease management.
Partner with senior leaders to define strategy, goals, and roadmaps for real estate and facilities initiatives.
Conduct needs analyses andassessments to develop data-driven recommendations.
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, brokers, landlords, and external partners.
Develop and present business cases and proposals for senior leadership and governance committees.
Manage departmental operating and capital budgets, including planning, monitoring, and variance analysis.
Oversee facilities infrastructure planning, maintenance programs, and service delivery standards.
Manage vendor and supplier relationships across maintenance, operations, and facilities services.
Ensure effective contract management, procurement practices, and cost controls.
Lead real estate and facilities projects, including builds, relocations, renovations, and infrastructure upgrades.
Support workplace planning and space optimization initiatives aligned with business needs.
Provide visibility into project performance through reporting, dashboards, and status updates.
Lead and develop a high-performing team through coaching, performance management, and succession planning.
Drive change management and communication strategies to support successful initiative delivery.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration,operationalexcellence, and strong customer experience.

What you bring:

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Real Estate, Facilities Management, Project Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
8 to 10 years of experience in real estate, facilities, or operations managementwith 3 to 5 years in a leadership role.
Proven experience developing and executing strategies, plans, and measurable outcomes.
Strong leadership and coaching capabilities with experience building and developing teams.
Experience managing budgets, capital planning, and financial performance.
Strong understanding of real estate portfolio management, facilities operations, and vendor management.
Ability to work effectively with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Adaptable and resourceful with the ability to work in complex and evolving environments.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Bonus Skills:
Understanding of real estate industry trends, insights, and emerging technologies.
Familiarity with regulatory bodies, associations, and industry standards.
Experience working within complex, multi-site organizations.

The salary range for this position is $113,000.00to$135,000.00and isdeterminedvia job-related knowledge, skills, experience, certifications, marketdemandand internal equity. In addition to base salary and BCAA benefits, this position is eligible for a performance bonus target of12.5%, with the opportunity to earn up to20%.

Please note that this is a temporary contract for18-Months.Applicants who are notlocatedwithin commuting distance of our Head Office or are not looking torelocateto the Greater Vancouver/Lower Mainland/Fraser Valley region will not be considered.

What we offer:

The chance to make a difference every day in the lives of British Columbians, BCAA Members and our communities.
Career and personal development to help you grow and reach your goals.
Incentives that recognize team and individual sales and performance.
Flexible benefits to support your health and lifestyle, and wellness dollars* to keep your body, mind and soul thriving.
A competitive rewards package including salary performance bonus programs, pension plan*, and more to help build your personal wealth.
Paid time off including vacation, and days for wellness, volunteering, and cultural, spiritual or religious connection.
BCAA membership, with valuable perks and Member savings on every day and special spending, from gas and coffee to clothes, sports and event tickets, and hotels.
Meaningful, rewarding work for a BC Top Employer known for putting people first and constantly building a better workplace for all our team members.

*for permanent employees

We’re always looking for amazing people like you. Apply today!

BCAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing accessible, inclusive employment. We have a long-standing partnership with the Presidents Group which strives to increase employment opportunities for people living with disabilities, and champion accessible employment in BC. If you need personalized support through application and recruitment, please contact HRAccommodations@bcaa.com.

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