Associate Director Construction Services

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, IL•Urbana, IL

32d•$130,000 - $145,000

About The Position

Plan, schedule, and manage the operations of Facilities & Services' Construction Services department. Supervises direct reports and performs other functions in support of the Construction Services department. Oversees small construction projects across campus which are coordinated by Construction Services staff and departmental staff using a combination of F&S Crafts & Trades staff and Contractor Services and Job Order Contracting (JOC) external contractors.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field, or 10 years work experience in the construction industry if a bachelor's degree is in an unrelated field.
A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible management experience with construction projects is required.
The ability to supervise the work of a construction unit is a must as is sound analytical and planning skills while possessing strong communication skills with the ability to deal diplomatically with clients at all levels.
Extensive knowledge of maintenance, repair, as well as remodeling/construction techniques and procedures.
Extensive knowledge of standard construction practices and craft jurisdictional guidelines.
Working knowledge of applicable building codes, University Facilities Standards, and University procedures and guidelines.
Working knowledge of institutional purchasing and accounting procedures.
Strong skill in supervising, organizing, and coordinating the work of others.
Knowledge with and skill in monitoring use of construction products, materials, tools, and procedures and building craft jurisdiction
Working knowledge of design in architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical engineering and the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
Ability to express information on any phase of project work in written or oral form which can be readily understood by technical and non-technical personnel.
Strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Knowledge of all phases of building construction, including work commonly done by the various building crafts and external contractors.
Knowledge of material and wage costs.
Thorough knowledge of all applicable policies and procedures within Contractor Services, Purchasing, Procurement, Human Resources, Facilities and Services, University Policy and Rules and Civil Service Statute and Rules.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of five years' experience supervising skilled and semi-skilled crafts workers is preferred.
Extensive knowledge of current software and procedures related to project management, including scheduling, estimating tools, AiM, and Contractor Services Request Portal.

Responsibilities

Acts as Construction Services liaison to campus units
Establishes and maintains appropriate resource levels, operational efficiency, and quality of services. Establishes a budget execution plan and controls costs for the Construction Services department.
Monitors project backlogs and metrics (budget and schedule) on active projects for assigned staff. Daily review, prioritization, and delegation of projects and project delivery methods, including regularly participating in Work Induction Board.
Coordinate with campus regarding new delivery methods, University utilization goal reporting, and competitive quoting process
Manages and enforces applicable University processes and regulations for both F&S and departmental coordinated Work delivered through the Contractor Services portal. Performs risk assessments of proposed Work to determine resources needed to successfully complete the work, including but not limited to staff from: Construction Services, Procurement/Receiving, Design Services, Commissioning & Inspection, etc
Performs supervisory duties for direct reports, including assigning and reviewing project work, time-reporting review, leave approval, evaluations, discipline, support staffing needs (such as: training, equipment, vehicles, office supplies, safety training, etc.), and other duties as needed and as assigned.
Develop and establish construction means and methods that seek to improve operational efficiency and project success. Assist with preparation and implementation of Facilities & Services policies and procedures related to project construction.
Continual personal, professional and organizational development through resources such as: APPA, MAPPA, CITES Training Services, Center for Training and Professional Development, etc... Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.