Ulkatcho

Capital Asset Director

Job Opportunity

 

Summary:

The Capital Asset Director, under the direction of the Operations Manager is primarily responsible for managing the physical assets of the organization, specifically the facilities, fleet services, purchasing, and other asset functions. The Capital Asset Manager is also responsible for financial management, planning and strategy, and budget development.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Asset Management Director is responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of the department, building maintenance and major renewal projects. The position contributes to the development and implementation of UFN 5-year capital plan.

Additional responsibilities include strategic and financial planning, overseeing department staff, department policies, process development and implementation. Also liaising with multiple government and community stakeholders in resolving property management and infrastructure needs.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities

·       Manage the physical assets of the organization, specifically the facilities, fleet services, purchasing, and other asset functions

·       Develop/Implement

·       Bear responsibility for financial management, planning and strategy, and budget development

·       Reallocate resources across departments where necessary, and identify and resolve any resource allocation discrepancies

·       Authorize expenditures on new assets

·       Bear responsibility for directing the Supervisor of Fleet Services and the Supervisor of Facilities

·       Set minimum and maximum asset levels and adjust as necessary

·       Ensure that assets are properly utilized

·       Inventory existing assets, ensuring that assets and materials needed are acquired and within budget

·       Keep detailed and accurate reports

·       Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology and operation techniques

·       Work in collaboration with other departments

·       Prepare and present budgetary reports

·       Provide support and expert opinions to subordinates and to management as needed

·       Provide planning and forecasting to allow for the adequate approvals for the departments under the Asset Manager’s control

·       Monitor organizational performance against goals to ensure that progress is being made, and that corrective action is taken if necessary

·       Monitor financial performance to ensure that the organization is meeting or exceeding budgetary commitment

·       Examine reports to determine the operational activities of the organization and ensure optimum performance

·       The Capital Asset Director authorizes expenditures on new assets, and is responsible for directing the Capital assests manager and staff in the department.

·       The Asset Director is responsible for committed opportunities that best protect the interest of Ulkatcho First Nation to ensure that all work pertaining to plumbing heating & gas, electrical and structural framing should be completed by qualified trades. No exceptions and no equivalencies in the areas of electrical and plumbing, heating and gas fitting.

·       Requires frequent tactful, diplomatic and sensitive interaction with the public and Chief & council

·       Requires the ability to deal with frequent interruptions and stressful situations.

·       Requires attendances at out of town meeting and working unscheduled hours when required.

·       Works with operations manager receiving directions, guidance and encouragement, and discussing plans and priorities.

·       Works with Housing committee providing and maintaining awareness of program activities, developing and recommending new initiatives, programs and policies development and revisions for feedback and approval. Seek and obtaining direction on planning for future housing development.

·       Works with housing staff providing guidance, supervision and encouragement while seeking input, opinions and teamwork from co-workers to improves services, address concerns and provide assistance and direction.

·       Maintains awareness of legislative policies and program changes and seeks to develop professional working relationships.

·       Be aware and remove(s) and prevent(s) opportunities of all liability act(s) against the Ulkatcho First Nation.

·       The ability to seek alternative opportunities and avenues to implement new housing concepts that protect existing stock and improve home related costs with new building technology, building science and building innovation suited also to meet the Nations Cultural needs

·       Development of contractual document for various contractor’s in forms of standing offers to CCDC 2 contracts. Understand the concepts of bidding, tendering and acceptance of in various aspects of bonding, surety etc.

·       The manager must have the ability to design, implement, track and report of in-house contracts for Nation. Formulate and standardized construction projects to minimize cost(s) and track cost more efficiently.

·       Provide regular reports and updates to Chief and Council.

·       Prepares proposals for carrying out new or revised programs and policies and present’s to Housing committee and Chief & council for approval.

·       Ensures that all programs, projects and decisions of the housing authority or committee are carried out efficiently and effectively.

·       Ensures that all activity and operations are carried out according to the procedures set up.

·       Assists in preparing a yearly budget, monitors finances and approve accounts for payments.

·       Incorporates coding system for each individual projects and monitors cost per project, provide up-dated reports to operations manager. If requested Chief & council.

·       Reviews and evaluates programs for effectiveness and recommends changes if programs do not meet objectives.

·       Ensure the co-ordination of CMHC’S Section 95 housing allocation by the financial and property managers.

·       Perform other duties as assigned

 

Skills and Qualifications

• Must possess a degree or diploma from a recognized community college or university in a business or technical discipline (i.e., Building Environmental Systems, Building/Facilities Maintenance, Civil Engineering, building technology) or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• 3 – 5 years’ experience working with facility redevelopment, aging infrastructure, and long-range infrastructure planning
• Knowledge of building structures and systems and an ability to recognize deficiencies and prepare summaries of work required.
• Excellent negotiation, mediation and conflict resolution skills and ability to negotiate contracts, mediate disputes and resolve conflict situations.
• Proven ability to conceptualize, research and develop programs and policies or improve them.
• Good organizational and analytical skills.
• Knowledgeable around OH&S Legislation, and other Regulatory Policies
• Ability to supervise and direct staff efficiently and effectively.
• Knowledge of First Nations housing programs.
• Must maintain confidentiality and look after the best interest of The Nation and Chief & council.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft office programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Engineering Technologist or Journeyman Carpenter (red seal certification) or other trade.
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Working knowledge of Mortgages, loans and interests.
• Additional courses in negotiation, mediation, accounting, human resources management or conflict resolution preferred.

Compensation:

·        Salary range: $95,000.00 - $ 125,000.00 annually (depending on education and experience)

Interview Process:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Two step interviews (Interview & written assignment)
• Criminal record check
• Reference Check

Posting Date: April 20, 2026

Internally posted for one week until April 27, 2026

External posting scheduled for April 28, 2026

Application Deadline: May 18, 2026

How to Apply:

Please email your resume and cover letter to hr@ulkatcho.ca. Please include “Capital Planning Assets Director” in the subject line. Or drop off at the reception counter at the band office.