Manager, Security & Life Safety
JOB_53132921119126Job type
PermanentLocation
Calgary, ABProfession
Construction And PropertyIndustry
Property & Real EstatePay
Annual Salary + Bonus
Manager, Security & Life Safety
Key Responsibilities
Security Management
Security Management
- Lead a team of 30+ personnel.
- Manage security programs using risk management and data analysis.
- Develop and maintain security practices and policies.
- Mentor and build team expertise.
- Conduct performance reviews and manage staff.
- Supervise contract service providers.
- Ensure operational efficiency and safety.
Training
- Maintain and update training programs.
- Foster a team environment and cross-training.
- Train staff on security protocols and procedures.
- Keep training records up-to-date.
- Introduce new security procedures and systems.
- Train other departments on emergency response and life safety.
Security Systems Administration
- Manage security systems, networks and maintenance.
- Implement security procedures for access control, fire alarm systems, and control room systems.
- Upgrade systems as needed.
General Administration
- Set and update operating standards and procedures.
- Build partnerships within and outside the department.
- Manage daily security issues.
- Provide guidance and support to staff.
- Liaise with tenants, service providers, and emergency agencies.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legal parameters.
Life Safety
- Maintain inspection processes and documentation.
- Liaise with auditors and inspectors.
- Improve Critical Incident Response and maintain a Crisis Response Plan.
- Ensure compliance with OH&S policies and procedures.
Expense Management
- Coordinate bidding and pricing.
- Prepare and recommend vendors for Senior Management's final decision.
- Issue purchase orders or receive contracts.
- Inspect and confirm receipt of goods or services.
- Ensure competitive bidding.
- Recommend selections.
- Collect, analyze, and report statistical data for property management assessments.
- Maintain quality and cost controls from contractors:
- Evaluate performance.
- Evaluate contract costs.
- Create and manage the Security Department budget, forecast expenses quarterly, and report variances.
Freedom to Execute: Act Then Inform
Authorized to take the necessary steps to protect users and assets:
- Authorize contractors to repair dangerous situations.
- Purchase materials or supplies to correct dangerous situations.
Skills / Knowledge / Experience / Education Required
Minimum Requirements
- Experienced security manager in commercial high-rise and retail shopping mall environments.
- Preferred certifications: Certified Protection Professional, Physical Security Professional, Security Management Certificate.
- Emergency Management or Business Continuity Planning Certification.
- Diploma or higher in Security Management is a bonus.
- Minimum ten years in facility or corporate security, with five years in a managerial role.
- Two+ years of retail shopping mall security experience.
- Experience with uniformed contract security management.
- Background in conducting risk assessments.
- Experience in implementing comprehensive security programs.
- Must hold or be willing to obtain a security license.
Core Competencies and Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe) and Perspective reporting system.
- Experience in IT systems administration, basic networking, and external security products (Key Control, VSS, Access systems, Fire Alarm Systems).
- Understanding of the property management industry.
- An innovative and strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Certified trainer, coach, and mentor for supervisory and operating staff.
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills; able to engage with tenants, contractors, consultants, and senior corporate executives.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize projects under tight timelines.
- Well-developed time management and organizational skills.
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control measures.
- Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Enthusiastic and willing to learn and grow professionally.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- History of data collection and analysis for problem-solving and risk reduction.
- Willingness to accept additional responsibilities beyond listed duties.
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Manager, Security & Life SafetyJOB_531329211191262025-04-252025-07-25
Talk to Sehej Shergill, the specialist consultant managing this position
Located in Calgary (EN), Unit 1550, 639 5th avenue SWTelephone: 4034075825JOB_53132921119126