Asset Management Specialist

• Location: Surrey, British Columbia
• Type: Contract
• Job #14246

MatchBox Consulting Group is recruiting for an Asset Management Specialist to support a large-scale asset management transformation initiative within a regulated utility environment. This is a 2-year contract opportunity based in Surrey, BC, with a hybrid work model requiring approximately three days per week in the office.

This is a senior-level, hands-on role focused on assessing, developing, and implementing asset management frameworks, governance structures, and improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will act as a subject matter expert, helping shape the future of asset management practices while driving execution and organizational change.

This position is ideal for an experienced asset management professional who understands how governance, risk, maintenance, data, technology, planning, and investment decision-making work together within a mature asset management ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Assess and document current asset management practices, processes, and governance frameworks
• Conduct stakeholder interviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish a current-state baseline
• Develop and implement asset management policies, standards, governance frameworks, and strategic asset management plans (SAMP)
• Lead asset management maturity assessments and identify opportunities for improvement
• Develop gap analyses and phased implementation roadmaps aligned with business objectives and industry best practices
• Drive execution of asset management improvement initiatives across the organization
• Develop asset management plans, asset health frameworks, criticality models, and risk-based decision-making processes
• Improve asset data governance and support alignment between business processes and technology platforms
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, integrity, and project teams to improve asset management capabilities
• Support capital planning, investment prioritization, and lifecycle management strategies
• Influence stakeholders at all organizational levels and support change management initiatives
• Develop KPIs, performance measures, and reporting frameworks to track asset management maturity and outcomes

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, Business, Asset Management, or a related field
• Minimum 8+ years of asset management experience within asset-intensive industries
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing asset management frameworks, governance structures, and strategies
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 55000 principles and asset management best practices
• Experience conducting asset management maturity assessments and gap analyses
• Experience working within owner/operator organizations and influencing governance decisions
• Strong understanding of asset lifecycle management, maintenance, reliability, risk management, and capital planning
• Experience developing practical implementation roadmaps and driving organizational adoption
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and lead initiatives from assessment through execution
• Strong stakeholder engagement, facilitation, and communication skills

Preferred Experience

• Experience within asset-intensive industries such as:
  • Utilities
  • Water and wastewater
  • Transportation and rail
  • Industrial operations
  • Process facilities
  • Linear infrastructure environments
• Experience with:
  • Asset Health Programs
  • Asset Criticality Assessments
  • Risk-Based Decision Making
  • Maintenance & Reliability Programs
  • Asset Data Governance
  • CMMS platforms and maintenance systems
• Familiarity with enterprise systems such as SAP and their role within asset management programs

Assets

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation
• MBA, PMP, IAM, CRE, CMRP, or related certifications
• Experience with SAP ECC and/or SAP S/4HANA environments
• Experience with Copperleaf, Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar asset investment planning tools
• Experience supporting regulatory filings, rate cases, or investment justification processes
• Power BI or advanced KPI/dashboard development experience

Additional Information

• 2-year contract opportunity with annual reviews
• Hybrid role based in Surrey, BC (approximately 3 days onsite per week)

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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