Assistant Director of Facilities, Planning, & Construction /Physical Plant Supervisor

Minnesota State • White Bear Lake, MN

45d • $35 - $53 • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Facilities, Planning and Construction leads the planning, execution, and oversight of campus facilities projects, including new construction, renovations, maintenance, and grounds improvements. As the College's primary project manager, this role directs all phases of project delivery-from concept development and permitting through design, bidding, construction, and closeout-ensuring alignment with institutional goals, fiscal responsibility, and regulatory compliance. The Assistant Director collaborates with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and campus stakeholders to deliver safe, sustainable, and high-performing projects. The role works closely with the Director of Facilities providing strategic leadership in facilities management best practices, including budgeting, procurement, energy efficiency, and adherence to building codes and standards.

Requirements

• 7 years of experience with construction project management, building design, or owner's representation. A degree in a related field (Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management) may substitute for experience as follows: Associate's degree = 6 months; Bachelor's degree = 12 months; Master's degree = 18 months
• 2 Years experience supervising staff or leading multiple trades sufficient to supervise in a public sector and union environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience in planning and directing major repairs, remodeling, and new construction; and directing the work of outside vendors and contractors.
• Broad knowledge of building commercial construction and systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and energy management systems.
• Ability to work with construction plans and blueprints sufficient to interpret, modify and follow them.
• Fiscal Management and computer skills to effectively manage projects and budgets.
• Excellent oral and written interpersonal skills in working with customers and staff in the coordination of projects and resolution of problems.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management and 10 years of experience with construction project management, owner's representation, or building design.
• Experience in a public sector, higher education facilities environment or similar complexity.
• Licensure as engineer or architect
• Knowledge of the Minnesota State Board Policies, Design Standards and project procurement procedures.
• Knowledge of State of Minnesota building codes and SB2030 and B3 procedures.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, CMMS systems, or other facilities management software.
• AutoCAD experience sufficient to review, update and create simple floor plans and sketches.
• Knowledge of building and fire codes, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations, ADA, and safety practices and applications.
• Strong budgeting and procurement experience related to facilities operations.
• Experience with sustainability initiatives, energy conservation, and green building practices.

Responsibilities

• Exercise supervisory authority so that applicable labor agreements and plans are equitably administered and employees under the supervisor's jurisdiction will effectively perform assigned job duties to achieve the annual objectives of the section.
• Serve as the College's primary project manager for new construction, renovations, and design projects from inception through completion, including permitting, planning, specifications, bidding, construction, and closeout. Collaborate and lead architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and campus stakeholders to manage all phases of project execution, ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations, maintain accurate documentation, and support safe, efficient, and strategically aligned facilities improvements.
• Support the planning and development of the physical plant operations by establishing multiyear design and construction projects, capital renewal and replacement to meet the needs of the college academic and administrative operations.
• Support budget development, procurement, and recordkeeping functions by preparing estimates, managing contracts and purchasing activities, maintaining departmental documentation, and overseeing inventory and vendor coordination in alignment with organizational policies, and planning/construction activities.

Benefits

• Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees