DIPALI MEHTA
Regional Facility Manager
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Results-driven Senior Facilities Manager with expertise in facility management, building automation systems, and contract negotiation. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and enhance operational efficiency.
Professional facilities management specialist with extensive background in overseeing regional operations. Proven ability to enhance facility performance through strategic planning and effective resource management. Known for fostering teamwork and achieving operational goals with flexibility and reliability.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
24
24
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Regional Facilities Manager
BGIS - Brookfield Global Innovation Services
02.2025 - Current
- Directed management of portfolio with 19 client facilities across 2.4 million square feet. for the government of Ontario
- Ensured safe, cost-efficient operations aligned with contractual obligations.
- Monitored financial and operational performance for strategic alignment.
- Promoted regulatory compliance to maintain high service quality standards.
- Oversaw vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for services and supplies.
- Coordinated safety inspections and compliance audits across all facilities.
- Led facility staff, delivering training and mentorship to enhance team performance.
- Oversaw construction and renovation projects to meet environmental, health, and security standards.
- Monitored maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment, and electrical and mechanical systems.
- Optimized asset life cycle management by maintaining detailed inventory records and scheduling regular equipment inspections.
- Implemented space optimization strategies, maximizing the use of available square footage for operational efficiency.
Senior Facility Manager
LEV Living
Toronto, Canada
11.2023 - Current
- Directed a multidisciplinary team of 17 building maintenance technicians, achieving a 25% efficiency increase through strategic leadership and training.
- Developed and executed a comprehensive preventative maintenance program, resulting in a 30% reduction in system downtime.
- Oversaw contractor performance for 8 multimillion-dollar renovations through effective contract development.
- Led integration of advanced Building Automation System, optimizing HVAC operations and reducing energy costs by 20%.
- Managed planning of $2M annual facility budget, ensuring 100% audit compliance.
- Conducted annual facility condition surveys, enabling 15% decrease in repair response time.
Facility Operations Manager
OTT Financial Group
Toronto, Canada
08.2016 - 10.2023
- Supervised daily facility management with a team of 10 to achieve operational excellence.
- Developed annual work plan incorporating time-saving automation and resource tracking tools.
- Overhauled maintenance procedures, achieving 10% reduction in repair costs.
- Managed five facility-related contracts as Contracting Officer Representative, ensuring timely and budget-compliant deliverables.
- Increased asset management efficiency by 15% through effective real property inventory system.
Assistant Facility Manager
Downtown Commercial Realty Group
Toronto, Canada
01.2011 - 06.2016
- Streamlined operations for seven high-rise commercial properties, increasing asset value by $1.515 million.
- Implemented an efficient reporting process for maintenance issues, reducing resolution times by 20%..
- Drafted scopes of work for maintenance contracts, enhancing vendor performance and service standards.
- Assisted senior management with strategic planning initiatives and resource allocation for facility operations.
Education
Certificate - Project Management -PMP
PMI
Certificate - CMCP- Certified Manager of Commercial Properties
BOMA
MBA -Master - Business Administration
University of Texas
Certificate - Six Sigma Certifaication
Six Sigma Global Institute
USA 05.2001 -
Skills
Facility management and project oversight
Waste management
Space planning
Emergency preparedness
Energy management
Security management
Building maintenance
HVAC systems
Building inspections
Schedule coordination
Teamwork and collaboration
Time management
Problem-solving
Budgeting and financial management
Inventory procurement
Accomplishments
- Best Facility Management Initiative, Awarded for leading a team that successfully implemented an innovative energy-saving program, cutting costs by 20% annually.
- Top Performer in Contractor Management, Recognized for excellence in contractor management resulting in 100% project completion rate within given timelines for 3 consecutive years.
- Safety Management Excellence, Developed and enforced safety protocols that cut workplace accidents by 50%, thereby fostering a culture of safety.
- Resource Management Optimization, Optimized resources by introducing a maintenance tracking system, improving equipment uptime and reducing redundancy by 35%.
Timeline
Regional Facilities Manager
BGIS - Brookfield Global Innovation Services
02.2025 - Current
Senior Facility Manager
LEV Living
11.2023 - Current
Facility Operations Manager
OTT Financial Group
08.2016 - 10.2023
Assistant Facility Manager
Downtown Commercial Realty Group
01.2011 - 06.2016
Certificate - Six Sigma Certifaication
Six Sigma Global Institute
05.2001 -
Certificate - CMCP- Certified Manager of Commercial Properties
BOMA
MBA -Master - Business Administration
University of Texas
Certificate - Project Management -PMP
PMI