About the position

Black & McDonald Limited’s Service Team is actively seeking a Technical Asset & Lifecycle Specialist based out of our Markham office, responsible for supporting asset lifecycle management, facility condition assessments, capital planning, and data-driven decision-making for client facilities. The role combines technical analysis, research, reporting, and field assessments to develop long-term asset management strategies, lifecycle forecasts, and capital investment plans. The successful candidate will work closely with clients, facility managers, operations teams, consultants, and project stakeholders to evaluate building assets, identify improvement opportunities, and provide recommendations that optimize asset performance, sustainability, risk management, and capital expenditures.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and continuous improvement of lifecycle asset management within the department.
• Coordinate and conduct infield facility equipment inspections and equipment asset tagging, when required.
• Consolidate, maintain, and improve site-specific asset inventories, condition assessments, and asset management data.
• Analyze maintenance records, asset history, inspection findings, and lifecycle data to develop capital planning recommendations.
• Assess asset condition, performance, deficiencies, and remaining useful life.
• Verify data accuracy and maintain high-quality asset records and reporting documentation.
• Create and maintain lifecycle replacement forecasts and long-term capital plans spanning 5, 10, 20 years, or other client-defined planning horizons.
• Develop asset replacement priorities based on condition, risk, criticality, and remaining useful life.
• Prepare lifecycle and capital planning reports, recommendations, and supporting documentation.
• Support annual updates to lifecycle plans and building condition assessment databases.
• Collaborate with internal sustainability and energy management teams to identify energy efficiency and asset optimization opportunities.
• Incorporate sustainability principles into lifecycle and capital planning recommendations.
• Generate, review, and interpret reports from multiple data sources.
• Perform detailed analysis to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and investment priorities.
• Develop meaningful recommendations based on asset performance, condition, and lifecycle requirements.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of information provided to management and clients.
• Monitor and report on contract KPIs, SLAs, and other performance metrics, where required.
• Coordinate with project teams to support project scoping and capital project development.
• Interact with support teams, clients, facility managers, trades personnel and internal stakeholders.
• Act as a subject matter expert for lifecycle asset management processes, systems, and reporting when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Engineering or Building Science or Sustainability Management.
• 1-3 years of work experience in lifecycle management, sustainability management, energy management, consulting, and/or sustainable facilities management field.
• Knowledge of building science, mechanical and electrical systems, facility control systems, smart building technologies, and energy management strategies
• Knowledge and experience with various software including MS Office, asset management software, etc.
• Familiar with RSMeans and experience with costing/estimating.
• Experience with condition assessments of building systems.
• Understanding ASHRAE Standards, and other best practices for asset management.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, both verbally and written.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a key member of a team and independently with minimum supervision.
• Proven ability to prioritize competing requirements and deadlines under pressure.
• Values time commitments and punctuality; self-motivated and driven.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to synthesize complex information from diverse sources and develop clear, data-driven recommendations.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills, with the capacity to navigate ambiguity and evaluate competing priorities.
• Advanced quantitative, analytical, and critical thinking capabilities, supported by a detail-oriented and methodical approach.
• Ability to approach problems logically, under pressure and seek innovative solutions
• Excellent people, team, and client communication skills
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Maintains a professional demeanor at all times with fellow employees, vendors, sub-contractors and clients
• Highly motivated, organized, ability to manage timelines with ease.
• Highly adaptable and resourceful, with a demonstrated ability to rapidly acquire new knowledge and apply it effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Valid Ontario Driver's License and ability to travel throughout the GTA.

Nice-to-haves

• Recognized Professional Engineer of Ontario or Certified Engineering Technologist designations would be considered an asset, or equivalent industry experience.
• JD Edwards or an Oracle-based ERP system is an asset

Benefits

• group insurance benefits
• pension plan
• annual discretionary bonus
• career development programs
• other HR programs