Vikas Mehta

Dynamic and accomplished visible senior executive with over 35 years of progressive leadership experience in facilities management, campus security, sustainability, accessibility (AODA compliance), IT services, food services and ancillary operations. Proven ability to develop and implement strategic plans, oversee large-scale capital projects, and drive operational excellence across diverse portfolios. Skilled in creating innovative solutions to improve efficiency, compliance, and environmental sustainability while fostering a collaborative, team-oriented culture. Exceptional expertise in stakeholder management, safety and security oversight, and business continuity planning. Committed to leveraging leadership to shape transformative institutional growth aligned with mission and vision.

Strategic Campus Planning:

• Developed a comprehensive 10-Year Major Capital Campus Master Plan (2020–2030) and successfully achieved implementation approval through Governance Committees and the Board.
• Generated a Campus Grounds Master Plan, incorporating accessibility improvements to ensure compliance and inclusivity.
• Developed Victoria University Net Zero 2050 Plan to achieve carbon neutrality and align with institutional sustainability goals.
• Directly oversee the implementation of $5 million in annual deferred maintenance plans, securing governance approvals and ensuring timely execution.

Leadership in Learning Center Site Development:

• Led teams of external consultants, internal stakeholders, and liaison with the University of Toronto to secure a zoning change approval from the City of Toronto for a new Learning Center Building on campus.
• Presented plans and obtained approvals from Governance Committees and the Board for a Class D estimate of $75 million.

COVID-19 Leadership:

• Led comprehensive campus operations during the pandemic, implementing enhanced ventilation, disinfection protocols, and PPE distribution.

Heritage and Accessibility Projects:

• Directed multimillion-dollar projects, including $2.3M heritage restorations, $2M accessibility upgrades, and $1.25M balcony restorations.

Sustainability Leadership:

• Championed energy-saving initiatives, reducing campus energy use by over 1M kWh/year and securing $750K in utility rebates.
• Spearheaded innovative waste reduction and renewable energy programs, aligning with long-term sustainability goals.

Infrastructure Modernization:

• Delivered $21M in Strategic Infrastructure Fund (SIF) projects ahead of schedule, including asbestos removal and major HVAC upgrades.
• Oversaw $3M high-voltage electrical upgrades and $3.5M boiler and chiller replacements to modernize utility systems.

Operational Innovations:

• Improved mailroom and groundskeeping processes through automation and extended service hours, enhancing efficiency.
• Conducted campus-wide accessibility audits to ensure compliance with AODA standards.

Leadership in Real Estate and Property Management:

• Managed external tenant properties, including lease negotiations and infrastructure projects to optimize space utilization and revenue generation.

Financial Management:

• Fiscal responsibility of annual budget of $25 million.
• Refined annual operating and capital budgets in consultation with Finance team leaders to facilitate real time tracking/reporting of annual budgets.

Union and Labor Relations:

• Played a pivotal role in negotiating many collective bargaining agreements and maintaining critical operations during labor disruptions.

• Certified Building Commissioning Professional – Association of Energy Engineers
• Facilities Management Certification
• Second-Class Operating Engineer Certificate – Ontario
• RetScreen Energy Management Program Expert