CareerPlan

Director, Energy and Infrastructure Maintenance

Waterloo, Ontario, CanadaFull-time$135k–$169k2026-07-02 → 2026-11-11
Based in Canada

Core

Provides leadership and operational oversight for the University of Waterloo's Mechanical, Electrical, and HVAC building infrastructure teams, manages energy management programs, and oversees storm water management systems across the campus.

Role type

Director of Energy and Infrastructure Maintenance (Senior Leadership)

Builds

Safe, reliable, and efficient campus utility operations and energy conservation initiatives

Domain

Higher Education / Energy Management / Building Infrastructure

Required skills

Strategic planning, energy management, infrastructure renewal, project management, financial management, people leadership, stakeholder collaboration

Preferred skills

Knowledge of district energy systems, sustainability initiatives, regulatory compliance, union relations

Technologies

HVAC controls, electrical distribution systems, energy management software, capital planning tools

Responsibilities

Lead the Deferred Capital Renewal plan for energy utility and building systems; Establish long-term strategies for campus energy infrastructure capacity and reliability; Lead the University's Energy Management program to improve efficiency; Oversee development of multi-year utility forecasts and business cases; Provide leadership and mentorship to managers and technical staff; Manage operating budgets and monitor utility costs.

Seniority

Director, Strategic Leadership & Operations