02/10/2026

Address:

320 S Canal Street

Job Family Group:

Real Estate

Provides advice and counsel to a designated business / group to execute the Corporate Real Estate and business/group strategy. Completes analytical and strategic work to deliver business results and/or minimize risk.

• Fosters a culture aligned to BMO purpose, values and strategy and role models BMO values and behaviours in all that they do.

• Ensures alignment between values and behaviour that fosters diversity and inclusion.

• Regularly connects work to BMO's purpose, sets inspirational goals, defines clear expected outcomes, and ensures clear accountability for follow through.

• Builds interdependent teams that collaborate across functional and operating groups to create the highest value for all stakeholders.

• Improves team performance, recognizes and rewards performance, coaches employees, supports their development, and manages poor performance.

• Provides strategic input into business decisions as a trusted advisor.

• Makes recommendations to senior leaders on strategy and new initiatives, based on an in-depth understanding of the

• Acts as a subject matter expert on relevant regulations and policies.

• May network with industry contacts to gain competitive insights and best practices.

• Represents CRE in the planning and oversight of the critical enterprise-wide business continuity planning processes.

• Manages resources and leads the execution of strategic initiatives to deliver on business and financial goals.

• Helps determine business priorities and best sequence for execution of business/group strategy.

• Conducts independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues.

• Develops the business case by identifying needs, analysing potential options and assessing expected return on investment.

• Recommends business priorities, advises on resource requirements and develops roadmap for strategic execution.

• Acts as the prime subject matter expert for internal/external stakeholders.

• Represents critical facilities to outsourced building management, facilities operations teams, project and engineering firms, and senior management engaged on business process planning projects.

• Designs and produces regular and ad-hoc reports, and dashboards.

• Leads the development of the communication strategy focusing on positively influencing or changing behaviour.

• Collaborates across BMO to develop consistent communications strategies.

• Leads change management programs of varying scope and type, including readiness assessments, planning, execution, evaluation and sustainment of initiatives.

• Tracks, monitors, analyzes, predicts, and communicates with stakeholders when sites are approaching capacity to initiate the provisions of additions or expansions.

• Leads the execution of operational programs; assesses and adapts as needed to ensure quality of execution.

• Develops solutions and makes recommendations based on an understanding of the business strategy and stakeholder needs.

• Provides advice and guidance to assigned business/group on implementation of wide range of topics and solutions.

• Analyzes data and information to provide insights and recommendations.

• Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.

• Provides input into the planning and implementation of programs and solutions and executes within applicable service level agreements and standards.

• Supports the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

• Supports the development of tailored messaging, which may include writing, editing and distributing communications.

• Operates at a group/enterprise-wide level and serves as a specialist resource to senior leaders and stakeholders.

• Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to problems that can be complex and non-routine.

• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

• Typically 7+ years of progressively responsible experience and post-secondary degree in Business Management or an equivalent combination of education and experience; completion of an MBA preferred.

• Completion of Building Owners and Managers Institute (BOMI) or other industry recognized professional accreditation related in facility operations and management.

• Understanding of business consulting methods and practices (Certified Management Consultant (CMC) designation beneficial but not required).

• Design (LEEDS) principles beneficial; certification not required.

• Advanced knowledge of data analysis, management, and modeling tools, and software application development methods.

• Thorough understanding of business performance measurement methodologies and best practices.

• Advanced understanding of principles and techniques of risk management.

• Well-developed knowledge of capacity and availability management and industry leading processes and metrics to optimize their performance.

• Demonstrated understanding of data centre infrastructures and the function of diverse roles and trades required for their operation.

• Experience applying environmental, social, and economic attributes of organizational sustainability within critical facilities environments.

• Thorough understanding of business continuity management and continuous business operating models.

• Working exposure to large business critical computer centres; familiarity with IT operations, service management, and hardware deployment.

• Experience applying ITIL processes in IT operations and critical facilities environments.

• General understanding of building construction and data centre infrastructures.

• Understanding of ISO standards for risk management, product and service quality, information security, and environmental management.

• Knowledge of quality management methodologies, processes, and frameworks, including Baldrige Criteria for Performance Excellence.

• General understanding of environmental issues related to development of facilities, critical environments, and operational impacts.

• Understanding of day-to-day physical security operations in critical environments.

• Seasoned professional with a combination of education, experience and industry knowledge.

• Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth / Expert.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills - In-depth / Expert.

• Influence skills - In-depth / Expert.

• Collaboration & team skills; with a focus on cross-group collaboration - In-depth / Expert.

• Able to manage ambiguity.

• Data driven decision making - In-depth / Expert.

Salary:

$102,000.00 - $190,000.00

Pay Type:

Salaried

The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

About Us

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact.  We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers.  We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at http://jobs.bmo.com/us/en

BMO is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. We also consider applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

BMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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