As a Director of Real Property Asset Management, you will lead and oversee the strategic management of real property assets for the Department of National Defence. In this senior leadership role, you are responsible for developing policies, procedures, and frameworks that ensure the effective acquisition, maintenance, and disposal of real property across multiple locations. You will manage a team of professionals and work collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels to optimize asset utilization while balancing operational requirements with fiscal responsibility.
Your day-to-day responsibilities include directing real property planning and portfolio management, ensuring compliance with Treasury Board and departmental policies, managing capital projects, and overseeing the condition and performance of real estate holdings. You will analyze real property data, prepare reports for senior management, and make recommendations on strategic asset decisions. This role requires strong analytical skills, financial acumen, and the ability to manage complex projects involving multiple departments and external partners.
You will work in a dynamic environment where your decisions directly impact operational readiness and resource allocation. This position offers the opportunity to influence defence infrastructure strategy at the national level and contribute to the long-term sustainability of DND's real property portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and manage the delivery of real property asset management services and programs, Supervise and develop staff within the real property asset management team, Monitor performance metrics and report on results, Develop and implement operational plans and procedures, Manage stakeholder relationships and ensure service quality
Required Skills
Property management, Building systems knowledge, Contract administration, Project coordination, Regulatory compliance, Team leadership, Operational planning, Stakeholder engagement, Results management
Typical Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent; significant experience in the relevant discipline with demonstrated leadership
Training
To qualify for this director-level position, you typically need a university degree in a relevant field such as business administration, real estate management, engineering, finance, or public administration. Many successful candidates hold a Master's degree or equivalent advanced qualification.
Professional certifications are highly valued, including credentials such as the Appraisal Institute of Canada (AIC) designation, Real Property Association of Canada (RPAC) certification, or Project Management Institute (PMI) certification. Some candidates may hold designations from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or similar professional bodies.
The Government of Canada provides ongoing professional development through the Canada School of Public Service, departmental training programs, and access to specialized courses in asset management, financial management, and leadership. You will be expected to maintain professional certifications and stay current with evolving real property management practices, Treasury Board policies, and technological advancements in asset management systems.
Entry Plans
Entry to this director-level position typically occurs through competitive public service selection processes. Most candidates come from one of these pathways:
Lateral moves from within DND or other federal departments where you have demonstrated significant real property management experience and have progressed through intermediate management levels (such as Manager or Senior Advisor roles). The public service values internal mobility and career progression.
Open competitions advertised on the Government of Canada Jobs website where external candidates with equivalent experience and qualifications can apply. These competitions are merit-based and follow Treasury Board guidelines.
You may also enter through an Executive Recruitment process if you are a senior public service professional with extensive real property portfolio management experience from another jurisdiction or sector. The government recognizes equivalent experience in provincial, municipal, or private sector real estate management.
Most candidates have progressed through several intermediate positions in real property management before reaching director level, building expertise in areas such as lease management, capital planning, portfolio optimization, and stakeholder engagement. Your track record of managing increasingly complex real property portfolios will be essential for success in the selection process.
Part-Time Options
Director-level positions in Real Property Asset Management are typically full-time roles due to the strategic leadership responsibilities and the need for consistent direction of the department's real property portfolio. However, the Government of Canada is committed to providing flexibility where operationally feasible.
Remote work arrangements may be available for portions of your week, depending on the specific location and operational requirements of your position. Many DND real property management roles are based in Ottawa at National Defence Headquarters, though some positions may be located at major Canadian Forces bases or regional offices.
Flexible work arrangements such as adjusted work schedules or compressed work weeks may be negotiable depending on the needs of the portfolio and team. Once hired, you would work with your manager to establish an arrangement that meets both departmental operational needs and your personal circumstances, consistent with the Treasury Board Directive on Managing Flexibly.
For information on specific flexibility options available for a particular vacancy, consult the job posting or contact the recruiting office directly.
Related Careers
No related military careers on file for this position.
