Director (0993): Facilities, Design & Construction

San Francisco Unified School District•San Francisco, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Design & Construction Director plays a critical role in ensuring that SFUSD students and staff learn and work in safe, high‑quality, accessible, and well‑designed facilities. This role leads the planning, design, and construction of capital improvement projects across the District’s portfolio of schools and administrative buildings, directly supporting instructional excellence, equity, and long‑term sustainability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (B.A. / B.S) from an accredited college or university
Four (4) years of professional-level experience managing subordinate management-level personnel in architectural, engineering, or construction management
Strategic leadership and management experience; in a K-12 public educational setting preferred
Knowledge of San Francisco’s public schools/urban public schools and a passionate belief in SFUSD’s commitment to instructional leadership as a lever toward delivering on the SFUSD Graduate Profile
Experience in California K-12 design and construction.
Strong analytics and systems thinking necessary to interpret data to inform goals and strategy, as well as build infrastructure where none exists
Ability to work effectively across multiple functions and roles within a complex organization
Outstanding organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
Effective written and verbal communication and the ability to clearly communicate complex, bureaucratic processes to a variety of audiences
Ability to work effectively in difficult situations that involve confidential and sensitive matters
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and GSuite (Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, Forms)

Nice To Haves

Education requirements may be substituted for additional professional-level experience on a year for-year basis.

Responsibilities

Plan, monitor, evaluate, and supervise the District’s Facilities Design and Construction program, including renovation and new construction projects across SFUSD’s portfolio of properties.
Monitor the work of, and coach, a team of 6 Project Managers who implement construction projects across District Facilities who are responsible for directing and overseeing all phases of project delivery from planning and design through construction, close‑out, and occupancy.
Assist in the identification, development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; assist in the determination of resource allocation and levels of service according to established policies.
May serve as liaison between District leadership, school sites, regulatory agencies, consultants, contractors, and community stakeholders.
Direct major projects and analyze alternatives. Monitor effectiveness and efficiency of operations and implement improvements. Review and approve design documents, cost estimates, schedules, change orders, and payment applications.
Direct allocation of resources within budget. Participate in budget development; oversee expenditures; provide options to address cost overruns. Analyze construction costs, budgets, and funding sources and make recommendations to ensure fiscal responsibility.
Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, and District policies including building, safety, environmental, and accessibility requirements.
Performs other related duties as assigned