Location: GTA
Language: English, strong written and spoken communication required
Background Check Requirement: Criminal background check and employment references required

About the Opportunity
Altis Recruitment is partnering with a leading national organization to hire a Director, Real Estate Operations. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for overseeing mission critical facilities across a national portfolio, ensuring reliability, safety, and operational excellence at every level.

You will lead a large, diverse team of operations professionals and collaborate closely with engineering, project, and business stakeholders. This role is ideal for a strategic leader who thrives in complex environments and is passionate about building strong teams, driving performance, and delivering uninterrupted service in critical infrastructure settings.

What’s in it for You

• Join a purpose-driven organization where your work directly impacts essential services across Canada
• Lead and mentor a large, multi-level team in a collaborative, people-first environment
• Gain exposure to national operations and cross-functional leadership
• Be part of a culture that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Contribute to meaningful initiatives focused on sustainability and operational efficiency

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll lead and develop a team of senior managers and building operations staff across a national portfolio
• In this role, you’ll oversee daily facility operations, including maintenance, compliance, and occupant relations
• You’ll manage operational budgets, ensuring alignment with financial targets and service standards
• You’ll drive preventive maintenance programs and oversee repairs across mission critical environments
• You’ll collaborate with engineering teams to enhance operational governance and reliability standards
• You’ll identify risks, track performance metrics, and implement solutions to improve service continuity
• You’ll foster strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring transparency and service excellence

Skills and Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in mission critical facilities
• Proven leadership experience managing large, multi-level and unionized teams
• Strong knowledge of real estate operations, facility management, and project delivery
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive strategic initiatives
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Experience with facility management systems and industry best practices
• Professional designation such as P.Eng, CET, or relevant certification is an asset

Note from the Hiring Manager
“We’re looking for a leader who can balance big-picture strategy with hands-on operational insight, someone who empowers their team while continuously raising the bar for performance and reliability.”

Why Partner with Altis
If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.