Director Construction & Design

University of Arkansas Fayetteville • Fayetteville, AR

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About The Position

The Director Construction & Design manages and leads a team of Architects and Project Managers who provide Owner representation on behalf of the University in the traditional Owner-Architect-Contractor relationship formed during the delivery of the University's Construction Program. This position chief responsibilities include positioning projects for success from the outset, developing delivery strategies, negotiating contracts, and providing risk management to ensure efficient project execution that aligns with client expectations and serves the campus community. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field from an accredited institution of higher education
• At least ten years of experience in design/construction project management
• At least five years of supervisory experience
• Demonstrated experience in contract negotiation and administration
• Ability to exercise considerable initiative and independent judgment in all phases of work
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others, showcasing strong communication and engagement skills
• Ability to interpret blueprints, diagrams, specifications, codes, and policies
• Considerable knowledge of design principles, building codes, construction methods, and construction administration
• Expertise in budget management, cost estimating, contract negotiations, and project management with the ability to manage multiple projects at one time
• Skilled in Microsoft Suite, Revit or AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, AIA Documents, SharePoint

Nice To Haves

• Arkansas Licensed Professional Registration
• Professional experience across multiple building types (e.g., research, historical, residential, and athletic facilities)

Responsibilities

• Manages and leads a team of Architects and Project Managers
• Provide Owner representation on behalf of the University
• Positioning projects for success from the outset
• Developing delivery strategies
• Negotiating contracts
• Providing risk management to ensure efficient project execution that aligns with client expectations and serves the campus community
• Create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others

Benefits

• university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance
• tuition waivers for employees and their families
• 12 official holidays
• immediate leave accrual
• a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director