Director of Facilities Management - Campbell University : Job Details

Position: Director of Facilities ManagementDepartment: Facilities ManagementStatus: Full TimePosition Summary:The Director of Facilities Management is under the direction of the VP for Business and CFO, and is responsible for planning, communicating, facilitating, preventive maintenance, repairs, improvements, renovation, new construction, presentation of all buildings and grounds, and housekeeping for the University. This position manages and leads the assigned facilities staff. The Director plans, coordinates and directs all repair, maintenance, and renewal activities of the buildings. Provides leadership and direction for the cleaning of residence halls, classrooms, offices, and event venues. Leads the completion of capital and non-capital projects. Challenges encountered in the position are highly varied, complex, and often non-recurring, which requires collaborative and creative methods to derive resolutions, with the potential need to create new concepts and approaches.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:* Plan, organize, and direct the activities of facilities by prioritizing, assigning, and following up on job assignments with facilities staff and through the management of third-party contractors to ensure the operation and maintenance of all facilities and utility systems* Assist with the development and maintenance of various capital, construction, and operational budgets* Plan, estimate, execute, and manage various projects through outside contractors as well as current staff* Management of personnel within the department, including budgeting* Organizing work orders and staff to perform the required requests in an efficient manner* Work with schools and departments regarding all major and minor facilities repairs* Oversee the set-up of events both academics and athletics* Prepare for emergency response from all areas within Facilities Management and act accordingly* Assist in the development, coordination, and maintenance of the facilities master plan* Prepare, monitor, and manage facilities budget* Annually update and prepare cost estimates for facilities capital projects in collaboration with the VP for Business and CFO to ensure University needs are being met* Assist in the planning and guidance on the design, construction, and renovations of facility projects to support the academic mission* Determine optimal efficiencies for completing individual projects including estimating material costs and determining the materials, labor needs, and impact on facilities* Assure an aesthetically pleasing campus through the management and oversight of institutional grounds, horticulture, and custodial contracts* Responsible for leading the staff, hiring qualified personnel, ensuring proper training, performance monitoring, establishment of job standards and effectively evaluating staff performance* Routinely inspect building, grounds, equipment, and operating systems to determine cleanliness, maintenance, and repair needs* Ensure compliance with regulatory obligations concerning health, safety, and building codes* Identify and develop strategies in which the university can repurpose space for maximum utilization and/or generate additional revenue* Collaborate with Procurement Office on written proposals for all building and ground maintenance service contracts and other maintenance services such as HVAC, custodial, elevators, generators, and pest control* Maintain confidentiality* Always maintain a professional appearance and demeanor* Performs other job-related duties as assignedEducation/Experience:* Minimum Bachelor's Degree in one of the following Fields of Study: Engineering, Business Administration, Building and or Technical Trades, or Related Fields* Prefer ten (10) years of progressive facilities experience with a minimum of five (5) years being in a supervisory/management roleKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:* Demonstrated proficiency in mechanical and structural trades, and a working knowledge of architectural plans and specifications* Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse constituencies* Excellent oral and written communication skills are required* Requires functional expertise in disciplines such as architecture, engineering, and systems management along with a broad understanding and working knowledge of real estate, contract, and construction management as they apply to the challenges of this position* Excellent supervisory and interpersonal skills* Demonstrated ability to manage projects and lead and evaluate work carried out by staff and contractors* Ability to communicate well and interact with others across all levels of the organization using tact and diplomacy* Experience managing confidential and sensitive information* Demonstrates initiative, sound judgment and ability to set priorities and to work independently and as part of a high-performing team* Strong commitment to a diverse working environment and to serving the needs of a large and diverse community* This position demands accuracy, honesty, integrity, and the ability to work within the Christian mission of Campbell University