Skip to main content

This job has expired

Director, Construction Management

Employer
Community College of Philadelphia
Location
Main Campus

View more

Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Community College

Job Details

Position Title:

Director, Construction Management

Requisition Number:

SCA00432

General Description:

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Facilities and Construction Management, the Director of Construction Management oversees all construction activities. The Director provides leadership and direction for all personnel working on construction projects including construction and project managers, staff, and contractors. This position is responsible for overall facilities projects, space and project planning, construction management, and outfitting projects. This position serves as the primary customer contact for construction projects and provides leadership in the capital planning process and in the prioritization and management of departmental projects.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership in the areas of construction management, space planning and design, facilities project management, and engineering.

• Oversee the selection of project management and project planning staff of contracted workforce personnel.

• Manage the selection, training and development of staff, maintaining up-to-date proficiency and compliance with applicable construction standards and codes, while ensuring departmental goals and objectives are met.

• Manage the execution of architect / engineer and construction contracts including scope development, negotiation, administration, constructability review, acceptance, advertising, and contract award.

• Assist the AVP in the development of cost estimates, sketches, drawings, and specifications sufficient to provide direction to either contract workforces or in house workforces for the execution of various facility projects throughout the College.

• Review work drawings and specifications for code compliance with project criteria.

• Oversee and manage the department’s technical library and drawing files.

• Serve as the primary contact for construction projects and consult with other departments and internal constituents of the College concerning facilities projects, timelines, and implementation.

• Provide direct project management for priority construction projects and facility modifications and/or assigned projects.

• Develop cost estimates and cost alternatives for proposed facility modifications.

• Assist the AVP in the administration of major contracts for the renovation and expansion of College facilities.

• Inspect construction projects and conduct contract close-outs, ensuring code-compliant standards are met for occupancy.

• Maintain project schedules, budget development, budget control, minority participation reporting and comprehensive financial reporting for all construction/facility renewal projects.

• Serve as liaison with Federal, State, and local authorities concerning construction modification and repair of facilities.

• Ensure College compliance with existing building codes, local zoning and other regulations governing the College’s facility design and operation.

• Support procurement efforts to maximize minority opportunities in contract services and products.

• Deliver quality customer services to both internal and external constituents in a professional helpful and courteous manner.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Any and all degrees must be from a recognized institutional accreditor.

• A minimum of seven (7) years of management experience within facilities operations and construction management required.

• Previous experience using CAD, CAFM, Project and MS software required.

• Previous management experience, including oversight of external architects, engineering, and construction teams is required.

• Strong organizational management and scheduling skills are required in dealing with multiple projects in meeting time-sensitive deadlines.

• Strong project management skills as demonstrated through experience in managing facilities and construction projects from planning stages through occupancy are required.

• Previous experience and expertise with design-bid-build procurement strategies is required.

• Previous experience managing budgets required.

• Previous experience in the coordination of efforts with state and local authorities for code and construction approvals required.

• Demonstrated experience in successfully completing complex construction projects in a project team lead role required.

• Ability to maintain sensitivity, understanding, and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological, and ethnic backgrounds required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Architecture or other related fields is preferred.

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Construction Management, or related field preferred.

• Experience managing the operations of multiple buildings/campus facilities and construction projects preferred.

• Professionally licensed/PA registered Engineer and/or LEED AP preferred.

•Work experience in higher education setting preferred.

Work Location:

Main Campus

Special Instructions to Applicants:

*Interested persons should complete an online application.

*Cover letter of interest and resume REQUIRED.

*Names and contact information of 3 professional references OPTIONAL.

Review of applications will commence on March 19, 2021, and will continue until the position is filled.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Community College of Philadelphia is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, and Equal Access Employer. The College encourages applications from individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups.

Salary Grade or Rank:

5

Salary Range:

Salary is commensurate with relevant experience

Job Posting Open Date:

02/26/2021

Type of Position:

Administrator

Employment Status :

Full-Time

Organization

Working at Community College of Philadelphia

Welcome to Community College of Philadelphia, a public, open-admission institution that provides both academic resources and support services to help students achieve their academic goals. As the largest public institution of higher education in Philadelphia, the College has served more than 685,000 of the city's residents since 1965. We serve a diverse population of students, from recent high school graduates starting here on their path to a bachelor's degree, to adults looking to change careers. On our Main Campus or at any of our three Regional Centers within Philadelphia, we offer the convenience our students need to fit classes into their busy schedules.

We seek to empower our community through education, one individual at a time. More than 90 percent of our graduates remain in the area and strengthen our local economy. It is our mission to prepare Philadelphians for a new career or transfer to a four-year college so that they can achieve their educational and career goals.

Community College of Philadelphia is dedicated to promoting a work environment which attracts and retains talented, high caliber faculty and staff, and which challenges each of us to achieve at the highest level while contributing to the mission of the College.

Get job alerts

Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox.

Create alert