Vice President, Real Estate and Accommodations
Being part of Shepherd’s Care Foundation (SCF) means making a difference and having an opportunity to grow, innovate, lead, and succeed. Our inspiring Mission is “Living life in a caring, Christian environment” and encourages our employees to contribute to a culture of positivity, while being person-centered and present in the lives of our residents.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the President and CEO, the Vice President, Real Estate and Accommodations (VP) provides executive leadership in real estate development and strategy and facility operations including environmental services and accommodations across all SCF sites. This role is accountable for the stewardship of physical assets, the development and execution of capital projects, and the delivery of high-quality, safe, and welcoming environments for residents and employees. As a key member of SCF’s Strategic Leadership Team (SLT), the VP partners with the President and CEO and employees across the organization to align infrastructure and accommodations with the SCF Mission, Vision, and Values and champions a resident-first philosophy by driving initiatives that enhance the living experience and environment.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic and Capital Planning
- Leads SCF’s real estate and capital planning strategy in alignment with the SCF Strategic Plan;
- Oversees major capital projects, renovations, and infrastructure development;
- Provides strategic counsel to the President and CEO and SLT to enhance physical infrastructure and support long-term growth and sustainability.
Facility Operations
- Directs and manages all aspects of facility operations (environmental services, security, accommodations, utilities, and maintenance) including contracts, preventative and deferred maintenance programs, and contractor management;
- Leads risk mitigation strategies related to all aspects of the role, ensuring organizational preparedness and business continuity;
- Leads disaster preparedness, management, and response;
- Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policies and compliance frameworks to uphold operational excellence;
- Ensures the physical environment is safe, clean, well-maintained, and compliant with applicable health and safety legislation, regulations, standards, and expectations;
- Oversees Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) including the OHS strategy and leadership of a safety culture, Workers’ Compensation, and compliance with SCF’s Certificate of Recognition (COR) requirements for the organization.
Budget and Revenue Development
- Operates within and meets operating, project, and capital budgets;
- Identifies and implements opportunities to optimize revenue through real estate assets and accommodations;
- Ensures alignment of portfolio with SCF brand, quality standards, and marketability to support high occupancy rates and high levels of resident and family satisfaction.
Independent Living Suites (IL Suites)
- Creates and implements the marketing strategy with respect to IL Suites;
- Ensures marketability of all revenue-generating space;
- Develops, implements, and oversees the leasing process;
- Ensures support is in place for new residents and their families;
- Ensures high occupancy is achieved and maintained.
Leadership and Organizational Development
- Provides leadership and mentorship to site teams and real estate and accommodations team;
- Builds and maintains a strong performance-driven culture grounded in safety, service, collaboration, and accountability;
- Drives talent development, cross-functional integration, and succession planning in alignment with organizational needs.
Consider applying to this role if you have post-secondary education in business, engineering, real estate development, or a related field, paired with ten (10) years of progressive leadership experience in real estate, facilities management, capital development, or accommodations operations, and a proven track record of managing complex capital projects and multi-site infrastructure portfolios. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in contract negotiation, vendor management, and service delivery, while possessing a strong understanding of safety including OH&S legislation and regulations and facilities and building-related legislation, regulations, and compliance standards (e.g., COR, building codes).
This full-time role is based out of the SCF Administration Offices located at 12601 – 135 Avenue NW in Edmonton, AB. Salary for this position is commensurate with education and experience.
How to Apply
Send your resume and covering letter to recruitment@shepherdscare.org. We thank all candidates, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Who We Are
SCF is a mission driven, faith-based, not-for-profit organization providing quality care and accommodations to more than 1450 seniors in Calgary, Edmonton, and Barrhead. Our campuses provide living options for residents with a full spectrum of care needs including Independent Living, Continuing Care Home Type B (supportive living/SL4), Continuing Care Home Type B Secure (SL4D), Continuing Care Home Type A (long term care and complex care), and Home and Community Care Type 2.
What We Offer
SCF offers competitive total rewards, a strong focus on employee safety and wellness, and a commitment to progressive work teams, personal development, and collaboration. We also offer respectful and culturally inclusive workplaces that align with our employee-developed Behaviour Standards, and pride ourselves on open and connected work environments.