Facilities News


Behind the scenes with Building Operations’ Soft Landscape unit

It’s not just the work of Mother Nature that’s responsible for bringing the university landscape to life. A dedicated staff of 35 gardeners, arborists and horticulturists, divided into five crews, work year-round to maintain the university’s 172 hectares of varied landscapes. It’s a responsibility that requires detailed preparation, intense physical work, and the ability to adapt and plan for the changing seasons and climate.

Financial Operations opens new satellite location in Wesbrook Village

After months of hard work and planning undertaken by the Financial Operations administrative team and UBC Project Services, a new satellite office has been opened in Wesbrook Village for the growing Accounts Payable group.

Announcing Nikii Hoglund as Director, Asset Replacement and Improvements in Building Operations

Building Operations is pleased to announce Nikii Hoglund as the successful applicant for Director, Asset Replacement and Improvements position effective July 8, 2019.

Campus Energy Centre wins green building award

UBC's Campus Energy Centre has won the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada’s 2019 Green Building Award, and it is the only building in BC to be recognized in this year’s Awards of Excellence.

Ryan Huffman appointed Senior Project Manager, Project Services

As the successful candidate for the Senior Project Manager position, Ryan will be leading the newly formed Campus Infrastructure team, developing and delivering a portfolio of infrastructure projects, and managing client and vendor relationships within this portfolio