Director, Campus Planning, Design & Construction

UAB Medicine; University (FL); On-site; USD 104,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a Director for Planning, Design & Construction Management. You will lead a team of facilities staff, consultants, and contractors on major capital projects, master planning, and landscape planning, aligning budgets and schedules with university goals.

Responsibilities include directing capital program development, coordinating design and construction activities, and preparing reports for university administration and the Board of Trustees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and eight (8) years of related experience required.
• Professional Engineering (PE) registration in Alabama or eligibility via reciprocity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for capital planning, campus planning, and project reporting up to Board approvals.
• Set priorities, budgets, and schedules for major capital projects and coordinate with design teams.
• Oversee the selection process for design firms and construction contractors.
• Manage contract reviews to ensure compliance with university standards and project scopes.
• Maintain project records, databases, drawings, meeting minutes, and bid proposals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strategic planning

Leadership

HVAC systems

Plumbing systems

Electrical systems

Building automation

Capital planning

Contract administration

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture, Architecture, Planning, Building Science, Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Eng

Job description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a Director for Planning, Design & Construction Management. You will lead a team of facilities staff, consultants, and contractors on major capital projects, master planning, and landscape planning, aligning budgets and schedules with university goals.

Responsibilities include directing capital program development, coordinating design and construction activities, and preparing reports for university administration and the Board of Trustees.