Facility Manager

• Perform hands-on construction and maintenance work within your competence, including framing, drywall installation and finishing, painting, fixture and equipment mounting, cable routing, light carpentry, and general site work.
• Carry out electrical rough-in, wiring, device installation, conduit work, and related tasks where you hold the appropriate trade qualifications.
• Carry out basic plumbing, mechanical, and HVAC-related tasks where you hold the appropriate qualifications or where the scope falls within general maintenance.
• Hire, direct, and supervise independent contractors and specialty trades for large-scale or specialized scopes, including major drywall campaigns, service entrance upgrades, HVAC equipment installation, fire protection, and other regulated work.
• Decide what gets self-performed, what gets subcontracted, and what gets split — and be accountable for the quality, schedule, and cost of both.
• Scope jobs, solicit quotes, evaluate contractors, and manage subcontractor performance on site.
• Sequence and prioritize buildout stages in coordination with leadership to support laboratory, workshop, office, and infrastructure needs on schedule.
• Procure materials, tools, consumables, and subcontractor services; manage site inventory and control costs against approved budgets.
• Support the installation and reconfiguration of laboratory infrastructure, including optical tables, benches, cable trays, utility drops, partitions, equipment pads, and related building services.
• Help plan electrical distribution, lighting layouts, compressed gas routing, shop utility requirements, and general building infrastructure to support an advanced R&D environment.
• Coordinate permits, inspections, and code compliance as required for renovation and new installation work.
• Maintain organized records of building systems, as-built drawings, contractor work, equipment manuals, warranties, and inspection history.
• Transition into ongoing building operations and maintenance once the initial construction phase is complete, including preventive maintenance, repairs, facility improvements, and vendor management.
• Respond to day-to-day facility issues and keep the building safe, functional, clean, and ready to support advanced laboratory and workshop operations.
• Contribute to a culture of ownership, practicality, and high standards across the team.

• Journeyperson certification, Red Seal trade qualification, or equivalent substantial hands-on experience in one or more of: electrical, carpentry, general construction, or building maintenance.
• 5+ years of practical experience in commercial construction, building maintenance, renovation, or multi-trade work environments.
• Demonstrated experience both performing hands-on work and directing subcontractors on active job sites.
• Ability to read construction drawings, sketches, equipment manuals, site plans, and contractor quotations.
• Strong subcontractor management skills: able to hire, direct, hold accountable, and, when necessary, replace independent contractors and trades.
• Comfortable working with hand and power tools, ladders, lifts, and standard construction and maintenance equipment.
• Practical, resourceful, and self-directed; able to solve problems on the spot without waiting for instructions.

• Valid 309A Electrician — Construction and Maintenance Certificate of Qualification (major asset).
• Valid G2 or G1 Gas Technician certificate (major asset).
• Experience in industrial, laboratory, manufacturing, technical, or commercial buildings.
• Experience with owner-managed buildings, small companies, workshops, labs, or custom-built technical spaces.
• Familiarity with laboratory-grade building services: clean power distribution, grounding and bonding practices, compressed gas systems, HVAC precision control, chilled water, or vibration-isolated foundations.
• Working knowledge of Ontario Building Code, Ontario Electrical Safety Code, and standard permitting and inspection workflows.
• Experience coordinating with fire protection, life safety, and building automation contractors.

• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain Government of Canada security clearance, if required for assigned projects.
• Must be eligible to comply with requirements of the Controlled Goods Program, if required for assigned projects.
• Must be willing to participate in background screening, documentation, and compliance processes associated with security-sensitive work.

• Strong practical ability across multiple construction trades, with the confidence and competence to do real work rather than only supervise others.
• Good organizational skills; able to keep many things moving at once across construction, maintenance, and day-to-day facility needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.
• Clear, direct communication with leadership, contractors, and inspectors alike.

Q-Block Computing is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity. Accommodations are available on request during the application and recruiting process.

Canadian citizens and permanent residents are strongly encouraged to apply. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply.