Manager, Asset Work Management - Edmonton, Canada - University of Alberta

University of Alberta

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Edmonton, Canada

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Description

Department Vice-President Facilities & Operations - Asset Work Management

Salary range $65,148 to $108,588

Posted date May 9, 2024

Closing date May 16, 2024

Position Type Full Time

Description:

This position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).

In accordance with the Administrative and Professional Officer Agreement, this full-time continuing position offers a comprehensive benefits package found on our Benefits Overview page and annual salary range of $65,148 to $108,588.

Location - This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.

Working at the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community._

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day.

We are home to more than 14,000 faculty and staff, over 40,000 students and 260,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just.

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Working for Facilities and Operations

Facilities and Operations is a diverse portfolio responsible for a range of essential services and work across our five campuses.

From managing capital construction and renovations, providing utilities and energy management, to delivering student and campus services, Facilities and Operations works behind the scenes to make the university a great place to study, learn and work

Position

The Manager, Asset Work Management leads a diverse group of staff which includes Cost Analysts, Cost Recovery and Purchasing Logistic Specialists, Data Management - System Coordinators, and Infrastructure Work Coordinators, all specializing in their area of expertise.

In addition, this incumbent is responsible for the management of the Generalist team who have a specific focus on Human Resources (HR), Payroll and Communications transactions.

These staff support the five unique cross-portfolio business units within F&O.

Duties

Manages the Asset Work Management team responsible for the daytoday operations which includes the management of financial data of both capital and operational transactions within the Asset Works Enterprise IWMS (AiM) system.
Collaborate with the Asset Planning & Information team, Project Management Office, and Finance Partners to orchestrate a cohesive approach, ensuring the precision of capital accounting information for informed strategic decisionmaking.
Under the consultation of the HR Service Partner Network, manage a team that facilitates administrative support and counsel to area leads and supervisors when navigating HR policies, procedures and processes.
Establishes clear performance expectations for individuals and the unit, measures performance regularly and recognizes achievements. Addresses performance issues. Accepts responsibility for outcomes of the unit's work positive or negative.
Maintain positive client relationships and advance collaborative working partnerships internally and externally.
Provides comprehensive advice, recommendations and perspectives on current organizational activities and issues related to areas of expertise.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience complemented by a business/accounting diploma.
Demonstrated expertise in cost accounting.
Over 5 years of work experience in a large organization.
Strong managerial skills with a proven track record of managing a diverse staff complement.
Thorough understanding of business processes to facilitate continuous review for maximum efficiency and effectiveness.
Indepth knowledge of PeopleSoft Applications, financial job costing systems, eprocurement, and business system processes.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of work experience with operations/maintenance work order management systems.
Profound understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

Note:
This opportunity will be available until midnight May 16, 2024, Edmonton, Alberta local time.