Physical Plant Director

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities•Duluth, MN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position exists to manage the operation, maintenance, and repair of all college buildings, building control systems, roads, grounds, and related infrastructure. The incumbent supervises facilities staff and oversees the work of contractors performing facility projects. Duties include working with the Vice President of Finance and Administration and architects to plan and manage capital bonding, HEAPR projects, and to plan and manage major repairs, renovations, and new construction projects. This position develops budget requests and recommendations for the Vice President of Administration to ensure that sufficient financial resources are available to support facility operation and maintenance. This position is responsible for complying with regulations from agencies such as OSHA, Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, Minnesota Pollution Control to ensure that the college has a safe, comfortable learning and work environment. The incumbent manages the maintenance, repair and replacement, parking, and energy rebate budgets.

Requirements

Five (5) years of progressively responsible facilities management experience overseeing building operations and maintenance, including physical plant systems, HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, grounds maintenance, heavy equipment, and building maintenance.
Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and building systems sufficient to oversee preventive maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, and regulatory compliance with applicable local, state, federal, OSHA, environmental, and other applicable regulatory requirements and codes.
Possession of a valid Minnesota First Class Boiler Engineer's License, or higher.
Three (3) years of supervisory or lead work experience with responsibility for assigning work, evaluating performance, coaching employees, staff development, and building effective teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and experience using computerized maintenance management systems or similar software for work order management, reporting, budget tracking, and communications.
Experience developing, administering, and monitoring operating and capital budgets.
Demonstrated experience working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and contributing to an inclusive and respectful workplace environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, Industrial Technology, or a closely related field; OR an Associate degree in a related field and five (5) additional years of directly related experience.
Experience managing physical plant operations within a college, university, or other large, complex institutional environment.
Experience administering and interpreting collective bargaining agreements and working within a unionized environment.
Experience managing construction, renovation, and capital improvement projects from planning and design through commissioning and closeout.
Experience preparing cost estimates, forecasting material and equipment needs, managing inventories, and procuring supplies and equipment.

Responsibilities

Manage the operation, maintenance, and repair of all college buildings, building control systems, roads, grounds, and related infrastructure.
Supervise facilities staff and oversee the work of contractors performing facility projects.
Work with the Vice President of Finance and Administration and architects to plan and manage capital bonding, HEAPR projects, and to plan and manage major repairs, renovations, and new construction projects.
Develop budget requests and recommendations for the Vice President of Administration to ensure that sufficient financial resources are available to support facility operation and maintenance.
Ensure compliance with regulations from agencies such as OSHA, Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, Minnesota Pollution Control.
Manage the maintenance, repair and replacement, parking, and energy rebate budgets.

Benefits

Low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles
Employer-paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option
Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling
12 paid holidays
Generous vacation and sick time
Six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Pension Plan
457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts
Various investment options
Professional development
Tuition waivers for both you and your dependents