Director, Energy and Mechanical Operations

The University of Waterloo seeks a Director, Energy & Mechanical Operations to lead mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and controls teams, and oversee campus energy and storm water management. Key responsibilities include ensuring safe and reliable utility operations, advancing energy conservation, and strategic planning for infrastructure renewal and resilience. Candidates require an undergraduate degree in a relevant field, a P.Eng designation, and 8-10 years of experience in facilities operations, energy management, or infrastructure management, including experience leading technical teams.

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Facilities Management, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Professional designation P.Eng is required.
• Graduate degree in engineering, business, management, or a related field is considered an asset.
• Minimum 8–10 years of progressively responsible experience in facilities operations, energy management, or infrastructure management.
• Experience managing complex utility systems.
• Experience leading technical teams and operational environments, preferably within a large institutional environment such as post-secondary education, healthcare, or public sector organizations.
• Demonstrated experience with energy management initiatives and infrastructure renewal planning.
• Experience working in a unionized environment.