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Assistant Director, Project Management and Construction
Job Description
Position Number:
100973Title:
Assistant DirectorFunctional Title:
Assistant Director, Project Management and ConstructionCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.000Unit:
VPSA-Res Facilities-Project MgmtCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The position provides overall leadership of Project Management and Construction projects within the Department of Residential Facilities. The position oversees the planning, management and execution of a diverse set of capital building, infrastructure, life safety and site projects. Through supervision/ leadership of section staff, the incumbent is required to ensure:
- The Capital Improvement Program is developed and executed each year,
- Building conditions/problems are identified and converted to capital projects,
- Project requirements and specifications are well written and clearly communicated,
- Project schedules are coordinated with building occupancies, campus agencies, University departments and all appropriate stakeholders,
- Projects are completed on schedule, budget and within developed quality standards.
The position assists with the department’s management of the capital building renovation program for all residence halls, campus’ fraternities/sororities and other Student Affair projects and priorities that could include Dining, Recreation and Wellness, Student Union, etc.
The Capital Improvement Program includes major renovations, new construction, tenant-fit outs, and associated smaller projects that collectively are expected to average approximately $50M+ per year over the next 5 years.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree preferably in engineering, construction management, architecture, or related field.
Experience:
- 10+ years of Proven working experience in Facilities Management, Project Management and/or Construction with projects of comparable type, size and complexity.
- Experience with management of building restoration, new construction, building systems, retrofit and small to large capital projects from $100K to $50M.
- 5+ years of supervisory experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to independently perform inspections and surveys to evaluate existing conditions, define project priorities and determine corrective strategies.
- Thorough knowledge of construction, commercial/institutional building material, equipment, finishes and systems is required.
- Ability to work effectively and communicate with a wide range of customers including students, building/program staff and division officials
- Ability to review and evaluate construction drawings & specification (Mech, Elec, Arch, etc.) and other contract documents; Analyze and interpret engineering reports and complex technical problems.
- Ability to plan and coordinate multiple and various projects/tasks involving multiple customers and tight deadlines.
- Expert knowledge of building products, building codes, construction details and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards
- Strong working experience with Microsoft Office (Work, Excel, PowerPoint)
Other Requirements:
Possess and maintain a valid Maryland Non-Commercial Driver’s License or equivalent with less than six (6) points required.
Preferences:
Preferences:
Working experience estimating Construction Costs preferred
Working experience estimating Construction Costs preferred
Additional Certifications:
Preferred:
Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
Position requires working outdoors, in confined spaces, utility rooms, and at rooftop elevations to assess/inspect building conditions and construction sites in all types of weather. Incumbent will be required to access areas using ladders, scaffolding or lifts and to be on construction sites during periods of inclement weather. Position requires the following physical activities including kneeling, stooping, climbing, walking and lifting.
Posting Date:
03/08/2023Closing Date:
03/30/2023Open Until Filled
NoDiversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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