Director of Facilities

Mercer University•Macon, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Mercer University is searching for a Director of Facilities for the Physical Plant on the Macon campus. The Director of Facilities reports to the Associate Vice President for Facilities, and will assume management responsibilities for the department in the absence of the AVP. This position will assist in areas relating to the Atlanta campus as needed. The Director performs facility management that includes overall construction management, project design, planning, budgeting, for major/minor construction and renovation of university facilities. This position also directs daily employee activities and project review for in-house Maintenance staff, Central Shipping/Receiving, Campus Services. The Director of Facilities provides significant management oversight as well as direct daily oversite of activities as needed on Physical Plant contracts (e.g. HVAC repair/replacement and custodial activities). This position ensures university compliance with all city, county, state and federal health, safety and environmental codes and standards in construction, maintenance and repair of the university facilities and equipment. This position works with limited indirect supervision as well as independently when the need arises.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED
Five years of prior progressively responsible experience in facility operations and management
Significant construction management experience
Valid driver's license
Insurable by the university's carrier
Knowledge of and ability to use various Microsoft Office Products
Knowledge of building construction and construction management
Experience managing budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships
Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability and flexibility for occasional evening or weekend work for emergency situations or project deadlines
Criminal History background check
Approved Driver's Check background check

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Construction/Facilities Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, or a related field

Responsibilities

Assume management responsibilities for the department in the absence of the AVP.
Assist in areas relating to the Atlanta campus as needed.
Perform facility management including overall construction management, project design, planning, and budgeting for major/minor construction and renovation of university facilities.
Direct daily employee activities and project review for in-house Maintenance staff, Central Shipping/Receiving, Campus Services.
Provide significant management oversight and direct daily oversight of activities on Physical Plant contracts (e.g., HVAC repair/replacement and custodial activities).
Ensure university compliance with all city, county, state, and federal health, safety, and environmental codes and standards in construction, maintenance, and repair of university facilities and equipment.
Work with limited indirect supervision and independently when the need arises.