Director, Enterprise Facility Strategy and Transformation

Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.

​Job category: Facilities and equipment services
Job posting ID: 6555

​Employment status: Regular full-time
Classification: PTS/MGT/IT B
Salary/Rate of pay: TBD

Application deadline: Open until filled 

How to apply:
Canadian Blood Services has partnered with Boyden. Submit your application directly to Boyden via their website here. 

Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.
• Submit your application via Boyden to be considered for this position.

Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues. 

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

About this role:
Canadian Blood Services is an essential part of the country’s network of healthcare systems. Together, with donors, recipients, employees, partners and volunteers, Canadian Blood Services is Canada’s Lifeline, providing lifesaving products and services in transfusion and transplantation for Canadian patients, and safeguarding Canada's systems of life essentials in blood, plasma, stem cells, and organs and tissues.

Canadian Blood Services (CBS) is seeking an experienced leader to be its next Director, Enterprise Facility Strategy and Transformation (Director). In this critical role, the Director will provide dedicated support to strategic facilities activities, develop standards and policies, and drive increased efficiency and effectiveness in the broader facilities portfolio. More specifically, the Director will oversee the capital planning, construction, real estate and leasing departments, ensuring the provision of high-quality support for strategic activities across the facilities group and the organization. The Director will cultivate and sustain essential relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, delivering insights into the value of the facilities management portfolio while aligning with the organization’s evolving business needs. Leveraging strong business acumen, the Director will collaborate with cross-functional teams, external vendors, and consultants to champion and implement the department’s strategic objectives, optimizing value and ensuring cost-effectiveness. Finally, the Director will contribute to broader CBS goals by analysing, reviewing and, challenging business cases from a facilities perspective.

As an ideal candidate you bring post-secondary level education in Engineering, Architecture, or another relevant discipline and possess a minimum of 10 years of progressive managerial experience in facilities and business management in complex multi-site environments. You will also possess experience in a regulated industry or similarly complex sector. Your functional skills are complimented by your highly strategic and forward-thinking approach, your abilities to lead change and transformation in highly complex environments, and your proven customer and stakeholder management skills. Furthermore, your ability to influence and communicate effectively with stakeholders and external consultants allows you to be successful in a highly collaborative and collegial manner that reflects CBS’ values. Finally, your leadership skills allow you to inspire, motivate, and manage staff nationally, while fostering a results-oriented culture that is focused on achieving project goals and targets.
 

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.  

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives. 

How to apply:
Canadian Blood Services has partnered with Boyden. Submit your application directly to Boyden via their website here. 

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add donotreply@blood.ca and system@successfactors.com to your safe senders list. 

Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.