Assistant Vice President, Facilities and Construction

Texas A&M•Canyon, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Vice President, Facilities and Construction provides leadership and direction for the execution and oversight of major facilities-related contracts and capital projects. This includes comprehensive understanding of the Southeastern Services Corporation (SSC) contract and projects overseen by SSC, such as master plan projects, annual capital renewal projects, alterations, and deferred, preventive maintenance, and repair projects. The role provides professional construction project oversight, management, and leadership for multiple small, intermediate, and large complex higher education academic, residential, and research facilities. The position requires professional and courteous interaction with university personnel, coworkers, outside vendors, and governmental agencies, as well as problem-solving, troubleshooting, prioritization, and self-motivation. The position oversees facilities maintenance, custodial, and landscape contracts; coordinates with university departments and colleges on work orders, facility modifications, and special vendor work; and reviews project design, consultant and contractor selections, and contract negotiations. It supervises construction projects and all project phases from planning through closeout and occupancy, ensuring projects meet budget, schedule, quality, and stakeholder goals. The role collaborates with campus stakeholders and the Vice President for Business and Finance on capital budgeting, capital plans, utilities budgets, deferred maintenance planning, reporting, and energy-efficiency efforts. It also performs delegated emergency management duties, assists with special facilities and property projects, and completes required training. The anticipated salary range is $120,000–$130,000 annually. The position is located at West Texas A&M University in Canyon, Texas. The university does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at hire and maintain authorization throughout employment. Positions are security-sensitive, and applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and verification of credentials and other required information.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a facilities-related degree with major coursework in business law, contract administration, accounting, and management; equivalent education and experience is also accepted.
At least five years of directly relevant experience managing capital projects.
Three years of related professional experience in contract administration and property management.
Thorough knowledge of design and construction project management practices, project budget development, scheduling, tracking, and controls.
Ability to schedule and prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
Experience reviewing and selecting professional consultants and contractors.
Proven experience in contract administration related to projects, maintenance, and construction, including AIA formats and essential contract components.
Knowledge of organizational and management practices for analyzing and evaluating construction projects, project programs, policies, and operational needs.
Experience in the design, maintenance, or construction of higher education facilities and equipment.
Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to analyze contractor suggestions and determine the best option or offer alternative solutions.
Demonstrated ability to develop collaborative project teams that encourage stakeholder participation and produce high-quality projects.
Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, the electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, or water treatment systems.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent education and experience.
Direct relevant experience managing capital projects in higher education or other institutional settings.
State of Texas experience.
Texas A&M University System experience.
Experience using an automated online system for contracts.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) qualification.

Responsibilities

Oversee the contract administrator for facilities maintenance, custodial, and landscape contracts.
Serve as liaison between university departments and colleges on work order processing, facilities modification requests, and special vendor-requested work.
Review project design to ensure consistency with approved Texas A&M University System and university standards, project goals, stakeholder priorities, and other requirements.
Liaise with System representatives on university buildings and inventory, including FPC system offices and Real Estate offices.
Supervise university construction projects to ensure they are on budget and schedule, meet quality standards, and fulfill stakeholder goals and objectives.
Oversee and review all project phases, from planning through closeout and occupancy.
Review SSC consultant and contractor selections and contract negotiations to ensure quality and value for the university.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with campus stakeholders, including academic departments, Residence Life, Student Affairs, Public Safety, Risk Management, IT, the Budget Office, Procurement Services, Finance, and other administrative offices.
Review utility budget versus actual results and approve the annual utilities budget.
Collaborate with the Vice President for Business and Finance on capital budgeting for master plan and other capital projects, including annual capital renewal, alteration, and repair projects supporting five-year capital plans.
Prepare internal and external reports as needed.
Review evaluations of deferred maintenance needs, including structural, exterior envelope, MEP, and life-safety systems; support planning and prioritization and recommend a course of action to the Vice President for Business and Finance.
Work with facilities vendors to monitor and implement energy efficiencies.
Perform delegated emergency management duties.
Assist with special projects related to maintaining campus facilities and property.
Complete all required trainings on time and maintain full compliance with required System, University, and job-specific online training courses.
Perform other duties as assigned.