Director of Construction

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida is seeking a Director of Construction to manage all major and minor construction projects within UF Planning, Design, & Construction. The role includes oversight of project management staff, vendor relations, and reporting to UF administration.

You will supervise Major Project Managers, assign workloads, and drive adherence to UF Design and Construction Standards while coordinating with senior leadership to align with university goals.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in an appropriate area with six years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area with eight years of relevant experience.
• Florida Class E Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all Major and Minor construction projects within UF Planning, Design, & Construction.
• Supervise and evaluate Major Project Managers and assign workload based on skillset and project scope.
• Lead training on UF policies, standards, contracts, and project management practices.

Education

Master's degree in an appropriate area

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area

Job description

Director of Construction

Job No: 541067

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Construction/Design/Planning, Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades

Department: 70010000 - FPC-FAC - PLAN - CONSTR-ADMIN

Job Description

Classification Title

DIR, Facilities Operations

Classification Minimum Requirements

Master's degree in an appropriate area and six years of relevant experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and eight years of relevant experience.

Job Description

Position has managerial and leadership responsibility for all Major and Minor construction projects within the office of UF Planning, Design, & Construction. This includes oversight of all construction project related activities, project management staff, project delivery, customer relations, vendor relations, and status reporting to the UF administration.

Position is responsible for the daily supervision, assignment, and evaluation of Major Project Managers in UF PD&C. In concert with the Assistant Vice President for UF Planning, Design, & Construction and the Assistant Director of Minor Projects, determines assignment of project workload for both Major and Minor Projects based upon individual Project Manager skillset, knowledge, workload, and project scope.

Provides leadership/oversight in Major and Minor Project Manager training with regards to UF policies, standards, contracts, selections, project management, etc. in concert with the Asst. VP for UF DP&C, and Assistant Director of Minor Projects.

Position participates on select projects by selection committee membership, in the selection of Major Project Architect/Engineer teams, Builder (CM or D/B), and Commissioning Engineer (Cx) on all UF PD&C projects.

Assists in the development and enforcement of the UF Design and Construction Standards which identify the standards that are over and above those required in the Florida State Building Code and preferences that are adopted by the University of Florida for building longevity and standardization of maintenance activities. These standards must be adhered to by all external and internal architects, engineers and contractors.

Position performs responsible, professional, and confidential work with the Director of Capital Programs & Financial Management, and the Assistant Vice President for UF PD&C involving the capital improvement planning and implementation of the University's physical facilities in order to carry out the University's mission through its educational and research requirements.

Florida Class E Driver's License Required.

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE

Monday thru Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Work hours and days may vary with assignments and workload. May be on-call during adverse weather conditions and available for evening and weekend meetings and events.

Expected Salary

$160,000 - $190,000, commensurate with education and experience.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in an appropriate area and six years of relevant experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and eight years of relevant experience.

Preferred

License in field is preferred – not required.

Health Assessment Required

No

Applications Close

20 September 2026

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.