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Steady Under Pressure: How Building Operations Keeps Campus Flowing

Steady Under Pressure: How Building Operations Keeps Campus Flowing

Water is a crucial resource at UBC, for basic human needs and to support research and operations. The simple act of turning on a tap to access a safe and reliable water supply is something students, faculty, and staff depend on each and every day.

BRYAN ARCHIBALD IS NEW MANAGER OF MAINTENANCE PLANNING IN BUILDING OPERATIONS

Bryan will be responsible for facilitating the outcome from those responsible for preventative and predictive maintenance programs in Building Operations.

Grab a sweater and prepare for a cooler campus

The weather outside is cooling down, which means its time to wear warmer layers and close our windows to stay comfortable and save energy over the winter.

STEPHEN LI JOINS BUILDING OPERATIONS AS MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Stephen is a Professional Mechanical Engineer and LEED Green Associate with over ten years’ experience in Metro Vancouver’s building consulting industry.

Exemplifying Leadership in Building Operations: Manjit Sound

Exemplifying Leadership in Building Operations: Manjit Sound

This year several members of the VPFO team were recognized in particular for their outstanding contribution to the organization through the President’s Staff Awards. Manjit Sound, a Head Service Worker in the Custodial Services unit, was singled out for his ability to foster positive work environments and experiences, and the admirable leadership he demonstrates in his work.

Building Operations Weekly

Top Stories   RECOGNIZING THE BUSINESS SERVICES & INFORMATICS AND ASSET REPLACEMENT & IMPROVEMENT TEAM EVENT, THE STATEGIC PLAN IN ACTION! Thank you to everyone who contributed to and joined us at our Business Services and Informatics and Asset Replacement and Improvement combined Team event last Thursday. It was so great to get together and […]

Building Operations Labour Division now named Streets and Operations Support

Currently known as B.O.L.D, the name change more suitably represents the roles and responsibilities of this Municipal unit, supporting UBC across the Vancouver campus.

Jenniffer Sheel promoted to Director, Municipal Services

Jenniffer Sheel promoted to Director, Municipal Services

Under Jenniffer’s leadership, the Municipal division will continue to proactively and cost-effectively manage the operations and maintenance of all assets on UBC Vancouver campus, creating enriching and inviting inside and outside spaces.

Building Operations Weekly

Top Stories LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT UBC RECEIVES 2019 CLEAN AIR AWARD FROM NATIONAL AIR FILTRATION ASSOCIATION Jason Wright receives the 2019  Clean Air Award from National Air Filtration Association On behalf of UBC Building Operations, Jason would like to thank the National Air Filtration Association for the 2019 Clean Air Award for our efforts in improving our […]

Building Operations Weekly

Top Stories   REPORT ANY PHISHING E-MAIL MESSAGES RECEIVED TO SECURITY@UBC.CA UBC Cybersecurity has received reports of sextortion phishing messages being received at UBC this past weekend. The message includes a copy of an old username/email address combined with an old password, in order to make it more believable that the criminal actually has personal […]