Manager of Facilities

Garden Grove Unified School District•Garden Grove, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, plans, organizes, coordinates and manages the activities for construction of school facilities. Acts as a liaison between the district, school site administrators, architects, and contractors to ensure authorized projects are accomplished in accordance with approved policies and procedures. Performs other related work as assigned.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent
Three years of experience in California educational facilities planning or school facilities construction, including some supervisory or project management experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver License and remain insurable at the standard insurance market rate.
Knowledge of current regulations, methods, materials, costs, and equipment used in building construction.
Knowledge of principles and practices of managing large, complex construction and repair programs from project inception to completion.
Knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations as it relates to construction of facilities.
Knowledge of school district organization, operations, policies and objectives.
Knowledge of school facilities funding sources and funding application procedures.
Knowledge of characteristics and cost of various methods of construction, architectural features, and building design.
Knowledge of regulations and enforcement methods of the labor Compliance Program.
Knowledge of health and safety measures and precautions.
Knowledge of safety laws and regulations as it relates to construction.
Knowledge of legal requirements for public bidding specifications.
Knowledge of research techniques and procedures.
Knowledge of spreadsheets, project management and planning software to produce charts, graphs and tables.
Knowledge of public speaking techniques.
Knowledge of record-keeping and report preparation techniques.
Knowledge of operation of a computer and assigned software.
Knowledge of construction scheduling and estimating.
Knowledge of architectural drawings and various plans.
Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
Ability to perform a wide variety of complex and technical duties related to the district’s facilities planning.
Ability to schedule and direct the work of others.
Ability to prepare, review and interpret budget reports.
Ability to read, interpret, and work from drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
Ability to estimate materials and labor costs.
Ability to establish and maintain safe working conditions.
Ability to create and maintain computerized records and prepare oral and written reports.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with others.
Ability to resolve conflicts and competing priorities.
Ability to operate a computer and assigned software.
Ability to learn school district organization, operations, policies and objectives.
Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Ability to learn to utilize GIS and CADD systems or other software typically used in facilities work.
Ability to develop and analyze computerized project schedules.
Ability to prepare and deliver oral presentations.

Nice To Haves

Part-time experience will be considered and adjusted appropriately.

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, directs and controls all or part of school construction projects from concept through design and construction to close-out of the project contracts.
Reviews designs, plans, and estimates specifications and submittals for completeness and conformance with district standards, district direction, and contract documents.
Develops and updates Facilities Educational Specifications and Materials Standards.
Assists with the preparation of responses to and defenses of construction claims and litigation.
Prepares and updates contract agreements to ensure they are current and pertinent for varied types of projects.
Prepares and monitors project and operating budgets, including support for obtaining funding.
Coordinates construction activities by making onsite inspections of work to ensure that projects conform to established schedules and approved policies and procedures; investigates and approves requests for construction modifications and time extensions.
Participates in all preconstruction activities; coordinates constructability reviews; assists in the development of construction phasing and scheduling; oversees the procurement and installation of interim housing units; assists in bidding process, job walks, analysis of bids before final contracts are awarded and pre-construction conferences.
Oversees all site moves required to accommodate construction activities.
Ensures that contractors and construction managers are maintaining safe work sites and practices and that the needs of the students, teachers and administrative staff at the school sites are being protected.
Provides project coordination and management support to the Facilities Department.
Prequalifies, interviews, hires, and supervises consultants.
Communicates with employees, consultants and representatives of public agencies regarding planning requirements, schedules, job walks, and issues.
Meets with site administrators and staff to coordinate activities and special projects, resolve issues and conflicts, and communicate the scope and schedules for projects.
Prepares Request for Proposals (RFP) and Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and makes recommendations for professional services contracts.
Operates a computer and assigned software to track budget, input data and develop reports and schedules.
Interprets and applies California Environmental Quality Act and State Department of Education guidelines.
Conducts site visits to inspect work in progress; assures compliance with plans, contract provisions and building codes and regulations.
Assists administrators in other departments in planning organizing, coordinating, and scheduling special projects.
Attends and represents the District in a variety of meetings, conferences and governmental hearings related to assigned activities; prepares and delivers oral presentations as requested.