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Job Express: Week of November 4, 2019

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General Administration & Management

Operations & Maintenance

Energy & Utilities

Planning, Design & Construction


Assistant Vice President for Facilities Operations
Bryant University

Reports to: Vice President for Business Affairs

Direct reports to this position: Assistant Director of Facilities, Manager of Financial Operations for Campus Management, Manager of Custodial Operations, Manager of Grounds Operations, and Scheduling Coordinator

Principle Accountabilities

  • Provide strategic vision and leadership in the planning, operation, assessment, and communication of the University’s facilities operations activities including grounds maintenance, skilled trades, custodial services, event logistics, scheduling, fleet management, and renovation.
  • Develop and manage annual operating budgets for the organization and perform periodic cost and productivity analyses ensuring that facilities operating budgets are developed and effectively managed to ensure proper levels of service and effective financial oversight.  Allocate human, financial, and equipment resources to ensure flexibility, timeliness, and customer satisfaction in responding to campus priorities.
  • Ensure efficient and effective bidding, procurement, management, and assessment of maintenance and repair projects to ensure that projects meet quality, budget, and safety standards and are completed on time within University guidelines.
  • Negotiate, manage, and assess the collective bargaining agreement with the United Service and Allied Workers of Rhode Island through proactive human and work relations, which promotes high productivity, effective service, and efficient operations.  Resolve grievances quickly and effectively from inception to arbitration.
  • Provide vision and leadership in maintaining a safe, healthy, sustainable, and disaster-resilient environment for the Bryant community including faculty, staff, students, and visitors.  Support University-wide goals through effective coordination with key internal and external constituents.   The goals are accomplished through the following conduits: developing and implementing EH&S programs, conducting facility and equipment inspections, providing incident response and investigations, performing disposal services, providing training to support EH&S programs, and providing leadership through various committees and professional organizations.
  • Establish a commissioning program for new construction and renovations; assist and advise project managers in developing and executing a thorough commissioning process.  Coordinate the work of in-house staff and consultants in periodic re-commissioning of existing campus infrastructure.
  • Responsible for the budgeting and procurement of University Energy and Utilities ensuring effective and efficient utilization of utilities; manage continuous efforts to reduce energy consumption.  Contract with qualified consultants to advise University on optimum purchasing strategies.  Advocate for systems and programs that monitor and conserve energy.  Represent the University’s interests on statewide consortiums and utility-sponsored conservation initiatives.
  • Oversee campus sustainability committee, leading and energizing individuals, offices, and departments around shared sustainability objectives and activities.
  • Encourage initiatives and identify alternatives, which result in enhancing the preventive maintenance program and its administration.  Design, establish, and maintain staffing and organizational structure to effectively accomplish the functions of Campus Management.  Recruit, employ, supervise, and evaluate departmental staff.  Direct the implementation of management development skills training and safety training.
  • Serve as primary resource for continued operation of the campus during emergencies.
  • Effectively recruit, hire, train, evaluate, and motivate employees to ensure that hiring and supervisory practices are in compliance with the spirit and intent of EEO / AA and other policies contained within the University’s employee and policy manuals.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, construction management or a related field required.
  • Master’s degree and / or other professional certification or credentials in a related or complementary field preferred. 
  • Must have at least seven to ten years of progressive facilities management experience including the implementation of an effective building asset management control system, energy procurement and management, environmental health and safety, building renovation and maintenance projects, and effective management of facility operating resources.
  • Familiarity with the utilization and reporting of computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and building automation control systems is highly desirable. 
  • Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills with a proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a diverse staff; demonstrated successful participation in labor negotiations supervising union employees and administering collective bargaining agreement preferred. 
  • Must have the ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external constituents and stakeholders and work with a high level of integrity and confidentiality. 
  • Experience at an institution of higher education or at a facility of similar size and scope is preferred, along with a commitment to the mission and philosophy of the University with a high degree of motivation and interest in serving the needs of the institution. 
  • Must have the ability to analyze, identify, and troubleshoot problems and then develop and present recommendations and alternative solutions while managing multiple shifting priorities. 
  • Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local occupational and environmental regulations, professional standards, and best practices in environmental health and safety (i.e., OSHA, CDC / NIH, EPA, DOT, and related standards). 
  • Professional certification in EH&S fields or disciplines desired or mandated to be acquired.

Bryant University is conducting a regional search with the assistance of Helbling & Associates (www.helblingsearch.com).  Please submit applications or nominations to Mr. Alex Kumnik, Search Consultant at AlexK@helblingsearch.com or call (724) 935-7500 x105.

 

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Director of Facilities
Whitman College

POSITION PURPOSE
The Director of Facilities provides the vision and leadership to ensure Whitman offers a sustainable and attractive living, learning and teaching environment. The Director of Facilities is responsible for the construction, renovation, maintenance, grounds, custodial (academic), motor pool, and sustainability programs of Whitman’s facilities.  The Director works closely with other college departments to understand their needs and priorities and to promote strong collaboration and effective communications.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. Oversee the functions of maintenance, grounds, custodial (academic), motor pool, sustainability and capital construction projects;
2. Provide vision and leadership to help the college accomplish its strategic priorities;
3. Participate in the design of remodeling and new construction projects in coordination with architects, engineers, contractors and college administration;
4. Oversee and inspect remodeling and new construction performed by contractors;
5. Play a leadership role in moving forward the College’s Climate Action Plan through energy conservation, waste management, water management, transportation management, and others jointly agreed and with regard to emerging technologies and practices;
6. Oversee preventive maintenance and life cycle replacement programs;
7. Manage budgets and evaluate both up-front costs and life cycle costs of capital expenditures to most effectively utilize college resources;
8. Work collaboratively with the Department of Environmental Health and Safety to promote a safe work environment and comply with state and federal worker safety regulations;
9. Stay aware of state of the art materials and methods in all functional areas and ensure appropriate training and professional development opportunities are provided to staff;
10. Support opportunities to work collaboratively with students and faculty on initiatives that contribute to the overall educational mission of the college;


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
1. Ability to establish and maintain an effective collegial working relationship with students, parents, faculty and staff as well as vendors, volunteers, agencies and the general public;
2. Possess requisite knowledge base and understanding to maintain professional capability;
3. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to a varied audience;
4. Demonstrated understanding of the value of diverse and equitable communities and the ability to create an inclusive team environment;
5. Thorough knowledge of and ability to oversee all facilities and grounds operations;

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in related field (such as architecture, civil engineering, construction management, or planning) preferred. Demonstrated ability to lead sustainability programs. Other professional certifications including LEED accreditation desired.  At least 10 years of progressive responsibility in facilities, construction management or related professional experience. Preferred experience in higher education.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY
https://whitmanhr.simplehire.com/postings/2333

 

 

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Executive Director of Residential Life, Housing and Food Service
University of Nevada, Reno

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) is the of Nevada’s historic land grant institution of higher education and is one of the eight higher education institutions governed by the Nevada System of Higher Education, with an increasingly diverse student enrollment approaching 22,000, including 40 percent being comprised of traditionally underrepresented populations. UNR recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. The University is an inclusive and engaged community and recognizes the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the college experience. UNR provides a comprehensive selection of degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels. Recently recognized as an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution, UNR has been recognized as a top tier Best National University by U.S. News and World Report.

Reporting to the associate vice president for student life services, the executive director of residential life, housing and food services (ED) is responsible for the operation of a comprehensive department, including all fiscal, physical, and developmental aspects of on campus residential living. The ED oversees 30 residential and food service budgets totaling nearly $40 million plus an additional $3+million in budgeted accounts to insure self-supporting status and to maintain responsiveness to the needs of the university. The ED oversees the physical environment of the nine (9) on-campus residential complexes, totaling over one million square feet and valued at approximately $400 million to insure they are well maintained, clean, and secure.  The ED oversees aspects of marketing, assessment, human resources, payroll, accounts payable and receivables, summer conferences and recruitment.

Minimum requirements include a master’s degree and five years of managerial or related professional experience or a doctoral degree and three years of managerial or related professional experience in residential life and housing administration to include program development and implementation, supervision, educational discipline, food service, business management, and budgeting.

Review of applications will begin November 22 and continue until position is filled. A resume and cover letter explaining how the applicant meets the qualifications specified in this announcement may be submitted via the Spelman Johnson website at www.spelmanjohnson.com/open-positions. Confidential inquiries and nominations for this position may be emailed to Laura Puckett Boler at lpb@spelmanjohnson.com. Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact Spelman Johnson at 413-529-2895.

Visit the University of Nevada, Reno website at: www.unr.edu

The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or gender expression. The University of Nevada, Reno employs only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Women, under-represented groups, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

 

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Real Estate Specialist / Leasing Assistant
University Wisconsin-Madison

Under general direction of the Director and Senior Real Estate Specialist, this position is responsible for assisting in the ongoing management of UW-Madison's Leasing Program.  The leasing program manages over 50 leases with an annual expenditure of $7 million encompassing over 500,000 square feet throughout Dane county and the state.  This includes working with tenants on space needs, preparing and assisting in presentation of information, working with deans, departmental administrators, and UW System Administration staff to evaluate requests for space.   This position assists in securing, negotiating, and maintaining leases while adhering to State of Wisconsin and UW System Administration policies and procedures.  Considerable judgement is required during negotiations, contract enforcement, and making decisions that affect departmental programs throughout the state.
 
This position is responsible for assisting the Director and Senior Real Estate Specialist in the development and maintenance of the lease plan for the University of Wisconsin-Madison.  This position requires knowledge of space planning principles, leasing procedures, and space management practices.  This position requires a close working relationship with department representatives, contractors, private sector landlords, and development companies throughout the city of Madison and state.  Attention to detail is a requirement, as is, excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently while maintaining strong team relationships.
 
The Division of Facilities Planning and Management is committed to promoting respect and civility in the workplace. Staff serves as role models by practicing exemplary behaviors when working with customers, fellow staff members, students, and visitors. The mission of Facilities Planning and Management is to provide excellence in facilities and services for our university community.
 
Bachelor's degree with major studies in Real Estate, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or a related field preferred; or, 3 to 5 years of progressively responsible experience in Commercial Leasing  or related field.
 
Three to five years of commercial real estate experience involving tenant representation and leasing of office, storage, laboratory, and multiuse space.  Experience includes, but is not limited to:  space planning, lease negotiations, contract management, lease payments, and operating expense reconciliations.
 
To be considered, applications must be submitted online. Applicants must upload a resume and cover letter.   Your cover letter should specifically address the Required Qualifications listed in the Relevant Work Experience section.
 
To see more detials on this position or to apply, visit the link below.
 

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Assistant Director of Landscaping & Grounds
Texas Christian University

Job Summary: 

The Assistant Director of Landscape Grounds is responsible for managing the landscaping, grounds and hardscape maintenance, for the university, including athletic fields, by designing, planning, scheduling and overseeing assigned repair, renovation, and new projects through completion of the project; planning and recommending annual budgets, supervising staff. 

Duties and Essential Job Functions: 

Manages the day-to-day operations of landscaping projects and grounds maintenance by scheduling, planning, organizing and delegating assignments to complete projects; supporting construction and renovation projects.  Oversees turf management practices and techniques for football, baseball, soccer, sand volleyball and intramural fields, including game-day operations for home games. 

Manages landscaping projects by coordinating design development; monitoring project progress; approving design, specifications, plan and schedule changes, site and aesthetic reviews. Maintains hardscape, parking and traffic markings. Manages solid waste management and vehicle/equipment maintenance. Ensures all campus landscaping meets defined standards by interacting with university officers; interpreting and applying university policies; negotiating changes.

Meets financial objectives by preparing budgets, scheduling and approving expenditures; monitoring and reporting on cost control; conducting budget analysis on maintenance cost, labor and equipment replacement; initiating corrective actions.  Establishes, develops and maintains budgets by planning for equipment maintenance, replacement or improvements; monitoring and administering bid and award procedures; reviewing and approving applications for payment; providing reports to management.

Manages staff by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees, planning, monitoring, and appraising job results. 

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, landscape architecture or directly related field.

• Five plus years progressively responsible experience in grounds maintenance, including supervision of professional and skilled staff. 

Preferred Education and Experience:                                                                    

• 3 years direct experience with landscape maintenance, and athletic fields in a competitive performance team environment

• Direct experience with large scale irrigation systems.

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:

• Certified TDA Pesticide Applicator’s Licensee or must be able to obtain one. 

• Valid Texas Driver’s License or must be able to obtain one. 

• Must be insurable under the university motor vehicle requirements. 

Preferred Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training: 

• Membership in professional organization that encourages networking and sharing of best practices.

As an AA/EEO employer, TCU recruits, hires, and promotes qualified persons in all job classifications without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnic origin, disability, genetic information, covered veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.  

Apply: 

Application and resumes must be submitted to: http://hr.tcu.edu/work-at-tcu/faculty-staff-vacancies

 

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Custodial Services Manager - AM and PM Shift (Custodian IV)
Colorado State University

Colorado State University

Fort Collins, CO

Custodial Services Manager - AM and PM Shift (Custodian IV)

Positions provide managerial support and oversight for eight custodial services teams consisting of eight Custodian III’s, eight Custodian II’s and 74 Custodian I’s whose responsibility it is to provide a wide range of custodial and cleaning services for the occupants of University buildings. It also supervises one Structural Trades II equipment repair technician.

$4,136 monthly + FULL BENEFIT OFFERINGS.  For complete job description and how to apply please follow this link:  https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/72555.

CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates.

 

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Electrical Engineer
University Wisconsin-Madison

Experience as a professional engineering expert in designing and supervising the design and construction of infrastructure. Subject to regulatory and professional standards, developing cost-benefit engineering analyses comparing construction alternatives, and/or other duties typical of a professional electrical engineer.
 
Bachelor's degree with major studies in facility management, construction, or engineering related discipline preferred, or two-years of relevant professional work experience in facility management or construction will equal one year of applicable higher education level requirement.
 
5 years minimum working as a electrical engineer or electrical designer  - designing lighting, power, and controls.  The ideal breadth of experience will include a variety of building occupancies types, familiarity with remodeling projects and knowledge of different electrical systems.   Experience with Revit MEP is preferred.
 
A licensed electrical engineer or electrical designer preferred or the ability to obtain within 6 months of  appointment.
 
To be considered, applications must be submitted online.  To apply for this position you will need to upload a resume and cover letter.
 
To see more details on this position or to apply, visit the link below:
 
 

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Facilities Analyst Sr (Scheduling/Property Control Coordinator)
Scottsdale Community College

Please apply online: https://jobs.maricopa.edu/, Job Opening # 313558 to be considered for this position.

Facilities Analyst Sr (Scheduling/Property Control Coordinator)

Looking for a place to work where you can make a real difference in the lives of over 200,000 college students every year? Come join our team at one of the largest community college systems in the country. 

Our employees are our most valuable asset; that’s why at Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) we are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of you and your family.

Whether you’re teaching, working, or learning - find your purpose. Join our community and make a difference.

The Facilities Analyst Senior provides leadership and management for facilities furniture planning and design, facilities scheduling services and facilities shipping, receiving, and property control. This position oversees the scheduling department, for all campus wide facility building and field rentals.  The Facilities Analyst Senior demonstrates a commitment to service excellence, innovation, student success, integrity, and diversity in the performance of job duties.

  • Provides comprehensive management of the furniture program. 
  • Provides leadership overseeing the facilities scheduling department. 
  • Develops an inventory control program from goods received to disposition.
  • Supervises and evaluates the work of department managers and other direct reports.

Minimum Qualifications 

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in engineering, facilities management, construction management, or directly related field and four years (full-time equivalent) of professional level facilities experience such as planning, project management, and/or maintenance of facilities and related systems.

OR an equivalent combination of the conferred degree and directly related full-time work experience as described above sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered.

Desired Qualifications 

1. Experience developing and implementing a program with furniture management / inventory control.

2. Master’s degree in related field such as facility management, engineering, construction, or management from an accredited institution

3. Five (5) years’ experience and demonstrated ability of fiscal and budget oversight, including budget development and budget management.

4.  Five (5) years’ experience and demonstrated ability of managing, planning and administering short-term, long-term, and strategic plan goals of an organization in facilities management

5.  Certified Facilities Manager (CFM) and/or Facility Management Administrator (FMA

6.  Performance Metric development and implementation.

How to Apply 

Please apply online: https://jobs.maricopa.edu/, Job Opening # 313558 to be considered for this position.

Applicants must submit a cover letter that details how the applicant meets minimum and desired qualifications.

Posting Close Date: Apply on or before November 17, 2019 to be considered.

EEO Information 

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

 

 

 

 

 

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Supervisor, Capital Planning & Development Architects & Engineers (A/E)
University Wisconsin-Madison

A Senior Facility Architect/Engineer is responsible for the administration, planning, and management of architectural/engineering projects that are critical to developing and maintaining campus facilities.  In addition, this position develops scope/budget documents for the biennial capital building process and serves as a campus representative during all phases of design and construction for major maintenance and construction projects which include instructional, research, auxiliary, and academic spaces.   
 
This position manages multiple projects simultaneously with project budgets ranging from approximately $250K to $150M.   The person in this role represents campus needs and interests with other State agencies in the design of university facilities, in setting related guidelines and in making operational decisions.  
 
This position works in close collaboration with other departments including other units within Facilities Planning and Management (FP&M), UW System Administration, the Division of Facilities Development & Management (DFDM), architectural/engineering consultants, and campus schools, colleges and divisions. The person in this role will have a high degree of independence, reporting to the Executive Director of Facility Planning and Delivery.  
 
The Division of Facilities Planning and Management is committed to promoting respect and civility in the workplace.  Staff serves as role models by practicing exemplary behavior when working with customers, fellow staff members, students, and visitors.  The mission of Facilities Planning and Management is `Providing excellence in facilities and services for our university community'. The organization is committed to stewardship of architectural, environmental, archeological and land resources in support of the academic and strategic objectives of the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
 
Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering from an accredited institution of higher education.  
 
A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in architectural or engineering design/construction and project management.
 
Demonstrated experience in managing building projects from inception through construction and close-out.
 
Demonstrated experience in site planning & coordination, good understanding of utilities and MEP coordination, air/water/thermal barriers, experience coordinating design to work within a campus setting, experience in many different functional type, experience in the selection of interior building materials and finishes, space planning, and development of interior details.
 
Demonstrated experience in developing project and construction cost estimates.
 
To be considered, applications must be submitted online.  To apply for this position you will need to upload a resume and cover letter. 
 
To see more detail on this position or to apply, visit the link below:

 

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