Director of Facility Planning and Construction

New Hanover County Schools; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

New Hanover County Schools in Wilmington, NC seeks a Director of Facility Planning and Construction to lead the district's capital program, directing project planning, design, and construction to meet safety, budget, and schedule goals. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 6–8 years of facility planning or capital projects, with supervisory experience; licensure is preferred.

Reports to the Assistant Superintendent of Operations; starting salary graded SA VI; full‑time

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, facilities planning, or related field.
• Six to eight years of progressively responsible facility planning/design/construction experience, including supervision.
• Professional licensure or certification in architecture/engineering/construction management/project management preferred.
• Other qualifications as determined by Superintendent and Board of Education.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and manage the Facility Planning and Construction Department and the district's capital improvement program.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, within approved budgets and schedules.
• Align with district needs, educational priorities, and applicable requirements.

Skills

Facility planning experience

Supervisory experience

Public-sector/K-12 experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, facilities planning, or related field

Job description

Director of Facility Planning and Construction

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Job Details

Job ID: 5950588

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 05, 2026 7:02 PM (UTC)

Job Description

POSITION CONTIGENCY: The establishment and filling of this position are contingent upon voter approval of the New Hanover County Schools school bond referendum on the November 2026 ballot and the subsequent availability and authorization of funding.

• 1. Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, facilities planning, or a related field. Equivalent education and experience may be considered.
• 2. Six to eight years of progressively responsible experience in facility planning, design, construction, or capital project management, including supervisory experience. K-12 or public-sector experience is preferred.
• 3. Professional licensure or certification in architecture, engineering, construction management, or project management is preferred.
• 4. Other qualifications as the Superintendent and Board of Education may deem appropriate.

REPORTSTO: Assistant Superintendent of Operations

JOB GOAL:To plan, direct, and manage the Facility Planning and Construction Department and the district's capital improvement program, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, within approved budgets and schedules, and in accordance with district needs, educational priorities, and applicable requirements.

Starting Salary and/or Grade: SA VI

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Administration > Director/Coordinator/Manager

Administration > Facilities

Contact Information

• Scott Hall
• 6410 Carolina Beach Road
• Wilmington, North Carolina 28412
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]