Director of Facility Planning, Engineering and Construction

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is seeking a Director of Facility Planning, Engineering, and Construction. This full-time role is critical in leading a team responsible for managing design and construction projects on campus.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in project oversight and construction management. The position requires strong leadership, communication skills, and the ability to meet project deadlines and budgets while supporting the university's initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience related to project oversight, surveying, or construction management.
• Demonstrated experience leading, and working collaboratively with teams.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and implements unit policies, procedures and guidelines based on project plans.
• Develops architectural and engineering project strategies.
• Acts as the liaison to internal stakeholder groups.
• Audits the unit budget and reporting documentation.
• Supervises at least 2.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees.

Skills

Project Oversight

Collaborative Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Energy Management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Business Administration, or related field

Master’s degree in relevant areas

Job description

Position Title

Director of Facility Planning, Engineering and Construction

Job Category

Limited

Employment Type

Regular

Job Profile

Construct Projects Dir (Inst)

Job Duties

The Director of Facility Planning, Engineering and Construction reports directly to the Vice Chancellor of Finance and Administration. The Division of Finance and Administration includes the departments of Facilities Planning and Construction, Financial Operations, Financial Planning and Budget, Facility Services, Information Technology, Human Resources, University Police and Parking Services, Office of Sustainability, Risk Management / Environmental Health and Safety. The Director of Facility Planning, Engineering and Design is responsible for all design and construction projects at University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point. The position leads a team of campus planners, project managers, and designers. The department is ultimately responsible for coordinating the implementation of the capital projects and the overall management of physical space in coordination with the expressed needs of academic programs and other relevant areas. This position works closely with units across campus to deliver projects which meet the needs of campus stakeholders. The Director will ensure that all planning, design and construction projects are completed on time and on budget to support the campus mission and initiatives.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Identifies, proposes, and implements new or revised unit operational and design policies, procedures and guidelines based on project plan and development
• Develops, directs, and implements architectural and engineering project strategies and execution plans
• Serves as the unit liaison to internal stakeholder groups providing organizational information to align project objectives with overall strategic plans and initiatives
• Develops and audits the unit budget and reporting documentation
• Exercises supervisory authority, including hiring, transferring, suspending, promoting, managing conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked of at least 2.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees

Department

The Facilities Planning, Engineering, & Design (PED) office is responsible for short- and long-range planning and implementation of improvements to the University's physical facilities. They are key to ensuring the success of the Campus Capital Plan. The PED office is responsible for the oversight of capital projects, internal renovation projects, and space planning. The PED office works with user groups across campus to understand facility and project needs.

Compensation & Benefits

The Director of Facility Planning, Engineering and Construction is a full-time, salaried, exempt, annual (12-month) position. Salary is commensurate with the candidate’s education, related experience, and qualifications. Eligible Universities of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package, review the FASLI Benefit Quick Guide. Use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator to calculate the estimated value of your compensation and benefits.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field, from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum 5 years of experience related to project oversight, surveying, or construction management.
• Demonstrated experience leading, and working collaboratively with, a wide range of teams.
• Experience working with various constituents related to projects and communicating with a variety of audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Administration, Public Administration or related areas from an accredited college or university.
• Experience in budgeting and financial management
• Experience with sustainability and/or energy management.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.