Manager for Facilities & Projects

UMD College Park- University Recreation & Wellness; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UMD College Park- University Recreation & Wellness seeks a Manager for Facilities & Projects to oversee renovations, asset management, and staff supervision. The role reports to the Assistant Director for Facilities & Projects and requires coordinating with vendors and campus groups to keep facilities safe and functional for programs and community use.

Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years in facilities/operations, plus 1 year leading staff.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of building systems.
• Knowledge of building operations requirements.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• 35% Operations & Project Management.
• 25% Asset Management.
• 25% Staff Supervision (full time and part time).
• 10% Risk Management.
• 5% Related Duties.

Skills

Building systems knowledge

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

AssetWorks

Job description

Organization Summary Statement

The Manager for Facilities & Projects manages all aspects of the Operations area within the RecWell Facilities Unit, with primary responsibility for facility improvement and renovation project management, departmental asset and equipment management, and staff supervision (full-time and part-time). The incumbent develops project timelines, budgets and manages scope for facility renovations and improvements; procures materials, equipment and specialty fitness/recreation equipment in collaboration with Fitness and Business leadership; manages the department’s vehicle fleet, specialty equipment, and capital inventory. The manager also collaborates with internal and external stakeholders on risk management practices for departmental equipment and facilities.

Reporting to the Assistant Director for Facilities & Projects, the incumbent serves as a key operational partner to RecWell and various campus groups, coordinating vendors and contractors to ensure facilities remain safe and functional to program and community needs. The manager is an essential employee who is subject to being required to report to work to maintain continuity of services in the event of a major catastrophic event and/or because of weather or operational emergencies.

Essential Duties

• 35% Operations & Project Management
• 25% Asset Management
• 25% Staff Supervision (full time and part time)
• 10% Risk Management
• 5% Related Duties

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequent walking across facility spaces, grounds, courts, fields, and for repairs, inspections, and oversight.
• Extended periods of standing/walking during facility walkthroughs, site visit with vendors, and staff supervision
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs (equipment, supplies, maintenance materials). Occasional carrying of tools, parts, or small equipment across facility spaces.
• Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and snow.
• Occasionally exposed to moderate to loud noise in operations shop, fitness areas, event spaces, and project sites.
• Ability to work on-site with limited telework eligibility.
• Ability to travel around campus for project work, equipment transfers, meetings and attend to additional duties, including driving a vehicle to deliver and pick up equipment and furnishings.
• Some weekend and evening work will be required.

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid Driver's License.
• Possess (or obtain within 3 months of start date) and maintain American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer / AED / First Aid certification.
• Possess (or obtain within 6 months of start date) and maintain the American Red Cross CPR Instructor certification.

PREFERENCES

• Experience with the maintenance and repair of specialty equipment.
• Experience working in a community or campus recreation environment.
• Experience with asset management software (ie AssetWorks).
• Experience with project management.
• Experience with multi-trade services (ie. carpentry, plumbing, electrical, etc).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Three (3) years of facilities, operations, construction, or maintenance experience. One (1) year of experience leading or supervising professional staff. Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Knowledge of building systems.
• Knowledge of building operations requirements.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments.