Director, Maintenance & Facilities

Overview

Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, public company of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1975.

Our mission of "Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time" is brought to life through the GARAGE and DYNAMITE banners and represents the consumer-centric core of GDI's long-standing success as a leading retailer in North America.

Today, GDI operates nearly 300 stores across Canada and the United States, as well as shoppable brand experiences at Garageclothing.com and Dynamiteclothing.com.

Job Summary

The Director of Maintenance and Facilities leads the company's maintenance and facilities function, overseeing operations across all sites—including new international locations—from planning through completion. This role partners closely with Store Development, Leasing, Finance, and Procurement, and is responsible for setting maintenance strategies, managing budgets, ensuring regulatory compliance, and building a strong, engaged Maintenance and Facilities team.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and facilities projects across all locations, including new international sites, from planning through completion;
• Set project timelines, budgets, and resource plans, adjusting as needed to hit milestones;
• Resolve issues quickly to limit delays and cost overruns, arranging internal or third-party support for new or remote sites as needed;
• Lead, mentor, and manage the Maintenance and Facilities team, including a direct-report manager, Head Office technicians, and store maintenance technicians;
• Set performance goals and conduct regular reviews;
• Foster a collaborative team culture that supports growth;
• Manage maintenance and facilities budgets within approved financial parameters;
• Track spend and identify cost-saving opportunities;
• Approve and manage vendor and supplier contracts;
• Ensure work meets company and industry quality standards;
• Conduct site inspections and audits, addressing non-conformance promptly;
• Ensure compliance with local, provincial, and federal regulations, including obtaining permits;
• Serve as the main point of contact for internal teams (Store Development, Construction, Leasing, Finance, Procurement) and external partners;
• Keep senior management updated on status, risks, and opportunities;
• Shape maintenance and facilities strategy to support company growth and global expansion;
• Drive process improvement and the adoption of new tools and methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; field of study is flexible (an engineering degree is not required);
• Significant experience managing maintenance/facilities operations across multiple sites or locations; a retail background is not required—experience in other multi-site industries (e.g., healthcare) is welcome;
• Strong leadership and team management skills;
• Solid understanding of maintenance/facilities processes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements;
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills;
• Comfortable supporting global expansion, including coordinating internal or temporary third-party support for new international sites;
• Professional certifications (PMP, LEED), an asset.

At GDI, you will be part of a growing organization that understands the importance of investing in people and offers you:

• A comprehensive compensation package that includes performance-driven bonuses;
• A group retirement savings program with employer matching;
• Flexible group insurance with personalized coverage that meets your needs;
• An employee discount at Garage and Dynamite;
• Exclusive private sample sales;
• A flexible vacation policy;
• And more!

GDI has been repeatedly voted one of Montréal’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Our promise…

No day will be like the last—we aim to be better today than we were yesterday. We are committed to employment equity.

Candidates that are retained will be called for an interview.