Architect, Director of Construction Operations

As the director you will be responsible for ensuring quality deliverables, on-time and within budget, and assisting the project team in value engineering and the pursuit of green initiatives. In this position you will execute all phases of the design process and prepare physical needs assessments, estimates, and bids. Responsibilities include engaging designers and coordinating details to ensure contractors have adequate details to deliver the work activities, reviewing bid proposals and recommending vendors, and reviewing contract documents and exhibits to communicate the intended scope of work. The person in this position will be expected to establish and manage job budgets and schedules, review invoices, monitor lien waivers and payments, and facilitate positive relationships with regulatory agencies. Additional responsibilities include participating in weekly construction update meetings, ensuring quality deliverables on-time and within budget, coordinating with university personnel, performing post-occupancy evaluations, and reinforcing a safe working environment as adhering to OSHA and other work requirements.

The ideal candidate should be dedicated to effectively leading people and managing university processes. They must be proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, MS Word, Excel, and MS Project; have strong problem-solving skills; and should be able to promote strong relationships between contractors, suppliers, and university personnel. Additionally, they must be a self-motivated, self-managed individual with a strong work ethic who has excellent communication and supervisory skills.

Minimum Qualifications:  

• Minimum of a four-year degree in a related field and at least five years of construction management experience
• Ability to read and understand architectural and engineering drawings and specifications with a thorough knowledge of all phases of the design and construction process
• Knowledge of all applicable state, federal, and local laws and regulation with prior experience in preparing and monitoring complex budgets
• Ability to interpret and apply law, local policy, and administrative and building code procedures or requirements
• Ability to compile and analyze data with a proficiency in working with industry software and other types of technology

Certificates, licenses, and registrations:

• Valid driver’s license
• Registered architect or on the path to licensure
• Able to pass DOT medical exam

Travel required:

• 20% to 40%

Work Hours: The university work week is Sunday through Saturday. Most offices are open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. To accommodate business needs, employees may be assigned to other workdays and/or hours, including weekends and evenings. 

ADA Tag: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and minimum qualifications listed represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and/or meet the minimum qualifications.