Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $54.19/Hr. - CAD $77.89/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Low Carbon Resilience Manager, Facilities Planning and Real Estate with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

This position will work on the Richmond Redevelopment Project: A 10 year project, approved by the Ministry of Health, at a cost of $860.8M. It will see the addition of a brand new 9 story acute patient care tower with a state of the art Emergency Department, ICU, Medical Imaging and increased bed capacity. Do you have what it takes to take part of this ambitious project? Join our team now!

As a Low Carbon Resilience Manager, Facilities Planning and Real Estate with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:

Develop, implement and update the strategic low carbon resilience and environmental sustainability requirements and goals in coordination with the Richmond Hospital Redevelopment team, and Energy and Environmental Sustainability
Identify low carbon resilience opportunities and develop appropriate action plans, taking into account current technologies, resources, project constraints, and needs of the
Develop relationships with the VCH Planetary Health team to build capacity and share ongoing knowledge, and to clarify the appropriate reporting for the Richmond Hospital Redevelopment.
Manages a project budget, as needed, for specific studies and resources to inform and integrate design strategies into project Implements appropriate changes to the project and/or project scope to meet specific sustainability targets for the organization.
Benchmark utility consumption data, carbon intensity, and energy demand levels for assigned facilities and compares data with other facilities within the organization in coordination with the Energy and Environmental Sustainability
Identify external incentives and funding sources for implementing energy conservation and climate risk design strategies; prepares business cases for low carbon resilience projects including analytical and presentation work to facilitate energy conservation and awareness.
Coordinate with the Energy and Environmental Sustainability team, and utility partners, and coordinates with consultants to submit applications related to new buildings and retrofit projects at the assigned facilities, in coordination with Project Managers from the Facilities Capital Projects and Facility Maintenance and Operations Team.
Maintain industry leading knowledge of energy management, climate risk reduction, and energy efficiency practices, and technologies by liaising with other experts, reviewing current literature and attended various seminars and/or conferences on low carbon resilience; develops and maintains relationships with key business leaders to support them in resolving energy management issues.
Carry out responsibilities in accordance with health and safety requirements. Immediately reports unsafe situations by notifying supervisor or other appropriate personnel.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Building Technology or related field, a professional designation and additional training in energy management/sustainability.
Seven (7) to ten (10) years’ recent related experience planning, implementing and operationalizing energy management programs in a large complex multi-site environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge & Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of building mechanical, electrical and building automation systems.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with energy efficient technology related to lighting systems, HVAC systems, cooling plant equipment, heating plant equipment and control systems.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with climate risk assessments in major projects.
Familiar with the provincial Environmental, Social, and Governance policies and requirements
Comprehensive knowledge of project management principles and methodologies and experience with capital and energy projects.
Comprehensive knowledge and experience in project management, contract management, budget development, business case development, financial controls and analysis.
Thorough understanding of available resources for projects and applicable stakeholder groups.
Demonstrated ability to lead, facilitate and gain consensus with various stakeholders and teams.
Ability to maintain projects and meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to develop and maintain working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to work independently and as a member as a team.
Ability to operate related equipment including related software applications.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.

We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.

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