Manager Corporate Facilities

Job Summary Own and optimize all aspects of facility operations, infrastructure, and workplace environment across a diverse portfolio of facilities globally, including manufacturing, distribution, office, and shared‑use environments. Based in Brossard, the role has direct responsibility for the company’s headquarters facility while supporting broader cross‑site alignment in areas such as operational reliability, facility standards, strategic projects, workplace experience, compliance, and infrastructure governance. The role will work closely with local site resources and leadership teams, with the nature and level of involvement varying based on the operational context and needs of each location.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions) Facilities Operations & Reliability Develop/manage preventive maintenance programs (CMMS/GMAO), maintenance standards, asset lifecycle planning, and facility performance processes. Ensure reliability and operational effectiveness of all building systems (HVAC, electrical, production utilities, life safety). Oversee workplace services and platforms (e.g., desk/room reservations) to ensure facilities are safe, functional, and user‑focused.

Facilities Strategy, Projects & Financial Management Develop/maintain a multi‑site facilities master plan aligned with business needs and long‑term footprint strategy. Lead major projects (expansions, relocations, modernizations, A/V upgrades) in collaboration with IT and key stakeholders. Own CapEx/OpEx planning, forecasting, budgeting, business cases, and cost‑optimization initiatives.

Vendor & Multi‑site Coordination Manage vendor strategy, service performance, and contracts in collaboration with Strategic Sourcing. Drive cross‑site alignment of maintenance, operational, and compliance practices across diverse facility portfolios. Oversee energy management dashboards, reporting, and optimization; support facility‑related certifications and standards.

Compliance, Risk & Audits Act as primary point of contact for audits, insurance inspections, and compliance activities across all sites. Support ongoing compliance for: CTPAT; SSE/EHS and regulatory requirements; ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 environments. Coordinate documentation, corrective actions, risk mitigation, and business continuity planning.

Smart Building Coordination (BMS Test & Demo Environment) Support the use of facilities as BMS demonstration and solution validation environments in partnership with R&D and Product Management. Establish governance for test zones, including change management, approval processes, and rollback requirements to ensure operational stability and "show-ready" conditions. Serve as the facility coordination point for testing activities (non‑technical execution).

Corporate Interface Maintain alignment with parent company facilities functions regarding major initiatives, standards, and best practices. Provide regular visibility on facility performance, risks, investments, and strategic initiatives. Skills & Minimum Experience Required 5–10+ years in facilities, plant, or building operations (manufacturing preferred).

Experience managing mixed‑use facilities (office + industrial). Demonstrated experience managing projects and external contractors. Bilingual.

Strong understanding of building systems (HVAC, electrical, etc.). Experience with CMMS and preventive maintenance programs. Experience with budgeting and cost control (CapEx / OpEx).

Familiarity with audit and compliance environments. Compliance & Security Exposure to CTPAT or similar frameworks (asset). Working knowledge of ISO environments (9001 / 14001).

Leadership & Operating Style Strong ownership mindset and ability to operate autonomously. Effective cross‑functional coordination (Operations, R&D, Quality, EHS, Finance). Able to balance operational reliability, financial discipline, and governance.

Comfortable establishing structure and standards across teams. Other Fort sens de l’appropriation et capacité à travailler de façon autonome. Excellente coordination interfonctionnelle (Opérations, R&D, Qualité, EHS, Finance).

Capacité à équilibrer fiabilité opérationnelle, discipline financière et gouvernance. À l’aise d’établir des structures standards à travers les équipes. We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities: As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Brands is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000, select option 4. Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.

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