Diretor of Infrastructure and Capital Assets

Position Title: Director of Infrastructure and Capital Assets Reports to: Executive Director Position Location: Chilliwack BC Salary: $101,121 - $128,097 per annum Work Schedule: Full Time, 35 hours per week Start Date: November 2026 Summary: Skowkale First Nation is seeking a Director of Infrastructure & Capital Assets. This is a key senior leadership position responsible for strategic leadership, direction, and oversight for all infrastructure, capital planning, public works, facilities, housing assets and asset management functions for Skowkale First Nations (SFN) and other communities we are under agreement to support. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director will work closely with the Executive Director, staff members, community members, funding agencies and external partners to ensure that the capital assets are effectively planned, developed, maintained and protected for both SFN and SAY communities. The Director is responsible for long-term infrastructure planning, policy development, capital project delivery, funding strategies, departmental performance and regulatory compliance. This position provides leadership and support to the Housing Coordinator and the Public Works Manager. With more than 100,000 people calling Chilliwack home and the community continuing to grow, it's become a vibrant and welcoming place in the Lower Mainland. While Chilliwack has grown and changed over the years, it has held on to the rural charm, natural beauty, and strong sense of community that make it such a great place to live, work, and visit. As Tourism Chilliwack puts it, "In search of pathways less travelled, Chilliwack is a place of rejuvenation. A place to unplug from empty distractions and plug into elevated perspectives." Whether you're exploring local trails, spending time on Cultus Lake, or enjoying fresh food from nearby farms, nature is never far away. Chilliwack offers a unique mix of outdoor adventure, small-town charm, and the amenities of a growing city. Here in Chilliwack, we have a saying: Ey Kw’as Emi Elep - "Good that you came." It's a simple but heartfelt welcome. Whether you're here for a visit or thinking about putting down roots, you'll find plenty of opportunities to connect with the people and places that make Chilliwack special. Responsibilities and Duties · Provide strategic leadership and oversight for Housing and Public Works. · Develop departmental plans, policies, and budgets aligned with organizational priorities. · Provide oversight and support to housing operations and housing related infrastructure projects. · Prepare annual operating and capital budgets. · Lead the development and implementation of the SAY or SFN's Capital Asset Management Plan. · Coordinate and oversee reporting requirements from Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), BC Housing, CMHR and other funding agencies. · Provide reports and recommendations to the Executive Director. · Develop long-term infrastructure replacement strategies. · Maintain oversight of the SAY or SFN's capital asset inventory. · Monitor asset condition, lifecycle planning, and replacement priorities. · Ensure preventative maintenance programs are implemented across all assets. · Recommend capital investments based on organizational priorities and risk. · Lead planning and implementation of capital construction and infrastructure projects. · Coordinate engineers, architects, consultants, and contractors. · Oversee procurement processes and contract administration. · Monitor project schedules, budgets, risks, and quality. · Ensure projects comply with funding agreements and regulatory requirements. Required Education and Experience · Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management, Asset Management, or a related discipline. · A minimum of 7–10 years of progress…

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