Stakeholder Manager Jobs in Alberta (NOW HIRING)

SMS Equipment is seeking a knowledgeable and strategic Manager, Facilities Projects to lead facility planning, capital improvement projects, real estate/leasing support, and construction project delivery across the organization. In this role, you will provide subject matter expertise from project initiation through planning, design, permitting, construction, close-out, and ongoing facility standards management. 

Working as a leader within the Corporate “Facilities Steering Committee”, with internal stakeholders, external consultants, contractors, brokers, appraisers, and service partners, you will help ensure SMS Equipment’s facilities support operational needs, financial discipline, safety, compliance, and long-term business growth. 

Salary: $130,000 to $145,000 per annum plus performance-based incentive program 
Work Arrangement: Remote-first, with in-office or hybrid during the first several months for onboarding, training, and transition. 
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 40 hours/week 
Travel Requirements: Approximately 3–4 days per month, though requirements may vary; some months may require little to no travel, while others may require up to 5–7 days.

What You'll Do 

Lead Corporate Facilities Strategy & Planning 

• Develop and execute short, mid, and long-term facility strategies that support business growth and operational requirements. 
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to identify facility needs, evaluate options, and support capital planning decisions. 
• Prepare and present capital expenditure planning for senior and executive leadership review 
• Support real estate, leasing, and facility procurement activities across the organization. 

Deliver Capital & Facilities Projects 

• Lead facility renovation, expansion, and new construction projects from planning through completion. 
• Manage project budgets, schedules, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes. 
• Oversee permitting, regulatory approvals, contracts, and project documentation. 

Ensure Compliance, Quality & Facility Standards 

• Maintain facility standards, documentation, and contribute to preventative maintenance programs. 
• Ensure projects comply with applicable legislation, building codes, safety requirements, and company standards. 
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance facility performance, functionality, and consistency. 

Lead People & Build Partnerships 

• Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to Facilities team members. 
• Foster a culture of safety, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. 
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, consultants, contractors, municipalities, and service providers. 

What You Bring 

You are a facilities and construction project leader with 10+ years of experience planning, coordinating, and delivering facility projects while balancing stakeholder needs, safety, compliance, cost, schedule, and quality. You bring strong communication, technical judgment, and people leadership skills to work that may require initiative, sound decision-making, and problem-solving in ambiguous situations. 

Additional qualifications include: 

• Experience in facilities planning, construction management, project management, real estate/leasing, and capital improvement projects. 
• Knowledge of budgeting, estimating, scheduling, construction contracts, and project controls. 
• Knowledge of building codes, permitting requirements, safety regulations, and industry standards. 
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects successfully. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including MS Project, Teams, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. 

Nice to Haves: 

• Experience leading large-scale facility renovations or new construction projects. 
• Experience managing RFPs, contractor selection, and contract administration. 
• Experience working with corporate real estate, leasing, or facility strategy initiatives. 

This position is a Mid-Level Leader role in SMS Equipment’s competency framework, requiring demonstration of core competencies (customer focus, collaboration, and technical/functional expertise) and leadership competencies (people leadership, managing through change & uncertainty, and influence). REVIEW competency level before posting. 

At SMS Equipment, safety is one of our core values and we care for each other, without exception. Our successful candidate is intrinsically motivated and committed to making safe choices when completing all tasks.  

Pre-Employment 

This position is safety sensitive. Candidates may be required to complete: 

• Pre-employment medical questionnaire 
• Drug and alcohol test 
• 5-year commercial driver’s abstract 

This posting is for an existing vacancy within SMS Equipment. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is hired.  

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted. 

 At SMS Equipment, the right partnership makes everything possible. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Join us and bring your expertise to an organization that values safety, authenticity, innovation, performance, and respect. 

SMS Equipment offers rewarding careers in the heavy equipment industry across Canada. As the largest Komatsu dealer in North America, SMS Equipment gives you the opportunity to represent world-class quality in our product offerings and customer service. A few of the many benefits of working with SMS Equipment include competitive wages, comprehensive group benefits plan, and RRSP matching.