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Location: GTA Language: English, strong written and spoken communication required Background Check Requirement: Criminal background check and employment references required About the Opportunity Altis Recruitment is partnering with a leading national organization to hire a Director, Real Estate Operations. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for overseeing mission critical facilities across a national portfolio, ensuring reliability, safety, and operational excellence at every level. You will lead a large, diverse team of operations professionals and collaborate closely with engineering, project, and business stakeholders. This role is ideal for a strategic leader who thrives in complex environments and is passionate about building strong teams, driving performance, and delivering uninterrupted service in critical infrastructure settings. Whats in it for You Join a purpose-driven organization where your work directly impacts essential services across Canada Lead and mentor a large, multi-level team in a collaborative, people-first environment Gain exposure to national operations and cross-functional leadership Be part of a culture that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement Contribute to meaningful initiatives focused on sustainability and operational efficiency Your Responsibilities Youll lead and develop a team of senior managers and building operations staff across a national portfolio In this role, youll oversee daily facility operations, including maintenance, compliance, and occupant relations Youll manage operational budgets, ensuring alignment with financial targets and service standards Youll drive preventive maintenance programs and oversee repairs across mission critical environments Youll collaborate with engineering teams to enhance operational governance and reliability standards Youll identify risks, track performance metrics, and implement solutions to improve service continuity Youll foster strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring transparency and service excellence Skills and Qualifications 10+ years of progressive experience in mission critical facilities Proven leadership experience managing large, multi-level and unionized teams Strong knowledge of real estate operations, facility management, and project delivery Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive strategic initiatives Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills Experience with facility management systems and industry best practices Professional designation such as P.Eng, CET, or relevant certification is an asset Note from the Hiring Manager Were looking for a leader who can balance big-picture strategy with hands-on operational insight, someone who empowers their team while continuously raising the bar for performance and reliability. Why Partner with Altis If youve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if youre a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.