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Associate Director for Facilities Management
University of Florida
Housing & Residence Life at the University of Florida is searching for two (2) Associate Directors for Facilities Management to help craft an unmatched Gator student experience. As a member of the Gator Nation, our Associate Directors for Facilities Management are forward-thinking strategists, possess a strong knowledge base within the industry, and approach their work with intentionality and care. With over 100 buildings covering 3 million square feet of residential and support space, these positions are expected to:
- Associate Director, Specialized Trades:
- Lead and empower a robust team with specialized skills in carpentry, HVAC systems, electrical, telecommunications, information technology networks, and fire protection systems to enhance our facilities
- Look forward to improve the future with our energy efficiency initiatives and building optimization
- Spearhead efforts in access control and electronic security for residential buildings
- Associate Director, General Maintenance:
- Lead a team of 56 skilled staff members to collectively work toward achieving our objectives
- Provide strategic oversight and direction for repairs, replacements, and upgrades within our facilities
- Work collaboratively to design and execute a strategic outline for preventative maintenance
So, if you’re ready to start building our future together, join our team. Because you belong here.
CEFP preferred.
Associate Director, Financial Services
Columbia University
Associate Director, Financial Services
Columbia University is seeking an experienced Associate Director, Financial Services, to join its Finance & Administration Team. The Associate Director is responsible for resolving inconsistencies and rectifying processing issues. Maintains the accuracy of various financial analyses and reports used to forecast building utility usage and rates, staff payroll, service contract expenses, and other financial activity. Works independently on research projects and is responsible for completing reconciliations and reports to meet departmental and University finance deadlines. Takes the lead to prepare carbon emissions reports and analysis to ensure compliance with the University’s commitments. Utilizes web-based tracking software “Energy CAP” for benchmarking and reporting of energy data as necessary or required for compliance with Federal, State and Local Laws. In addition, the Associate Director will develop and review incremental utility expenses based on proposed capital projects using benchmarking data.
Bachelor’s degree required. A minimum of 5–7 years of accounting/reporting/budgeting experience required.
For a detailed job description and to apply for this position, please visit our online job application system at http://opportunities.columbia.edu/cw/en-us/job/540124?lApplicationSubSourceID=. The position requisition number is 540124.
Columbia University is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran and is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
Executive Director of Facility Operations
Metropolitan Community College
Incumbent works in an administrative management role at district level for multiple programs, departments, or functional areas, and provides key information, direction and recommendation for decision-making in the facility maintenance, custodial, and grounds maintenance programs.
Minimal Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field to assigned area
- 6 years academic, career or technical management experience
- Valid Driver’s License Required
- Minimum Education Qualification can be substituted with an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job
To apply please click the link below:
https://www.mcckc.edu/human-resources/careers.aspx
Manager of Building Automation and Controls
Columbia University
Manager of Building Automation and Controls
The Manager of Building Automation and Controls (BA&C) is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and system efficiency of the multiple control systems including but not limited to the Building Management Systems (BMS), plant supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, lighting controls, and shade control systems. Develops and maintains the preventive maintenance system and the security access, and performs system programming as necessary for improvements and customization. The Manager of BA&C makes recommendations for energy efficiency improvements and works on the continuous commissioning of the campus control systems. Oversees the implementation of control system projects to ensure compliance and conformance with University standards, including interfacing with CPM and contractors on new/retrofit installations, implementation, and commissioning.
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education or related field experience totaling ten (10) years required. Minimum 5–7 years’ hands-on experience with the operation and maintenance of SCADA control systems and/or Building Automation Systems required.
For a detailed job description and to apply for this position, please visit our online job application system at http://opportunities.columbia.edu/cw/en-us/job/538800?lApplicationSubSourceID=.
The position requisition number is 538800.
Columbia University is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran and is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
Assistant Director, Academic & Research Facilities
Ohio University
The Assistant Director, Academic & Research Facilities position exists to provide safe and healthy environment where members of the campus community can pursue their diverse institutional goals and objectives. They are responsible for daily service, facility maintenance and the repair academic, administrative, and research facilities at Ohio University. They oversee a general maintenance staff who perform preventative, corrective, and supportive maintenance, and serve as the key point of contact, dedicated to problem solving, for constituents and customers on facilities related matters.
Primary Accountabilities:
- Staff, train, and manage general maintenance team responsible for the completion of preventative, corrective, and supportive works orders. Coordinate the work of facilities maintenance shops or small contracts on work outside the capabilities of general maintenance team.
- Develop positive customer-centric relationships with facility occupants and service partners and develop thoughtful and enthusiastic customer service program and service level agreements.
- Inspect all facilities and ensure that they meet required standards of care. Participate in facility assessments, document deficiencies, and assist in the development of capital plans necessary to compute Facilities Condition Index (FCI) for all facilities within the portfolio.
- Serve as FM&S representative on all planning, construction, renovation, and major repairs projects within the portfolio. Review designs, inspect work, oversee commissioning and hand off, and manage warranties.
- Develop, implement, and support various key initiatives for the advancement of campus beautification, diversity and inclusion, health and safety, and energy efficiency/sustainability.
The Assistant Director, Academic & Research Facilities, directly supervises ten (10) to fifteen (15) maintenance technicians from Relief Maintenance and Zone Maintenance segments of the 1699 Collective Bargaining Unit.
Successful candidate must have a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of plans and specifications, contract documents, federal, state and local building codes, OSHA standards for construction and general industry and Integrated Pest Management.
This position involves traveling throughout the University and campus and could, on occasion, require bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, crawling, standing walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, talking, and hearing. Must be able to spend prolonged periods of time working on an office PC; must be able to work under deadlines. Required to observe conditions of mechanical equipment. AD may be subject to drug screening and background checks at any time during employment, able to occasionally drive a university vehicle, work evening and weekends as needed, and meet attendance standards.
Facilities Management & Safety is a 24-hour operation for 365 days each year. Position will be required to serve on call in a regular rotation, and may be asked to answer and respond to various calls around the clock. University events such as move-in, homecoming, commencement, and planned service outages may require all hands.
This position will close soon; for full consideration, please apply at the following link no later than 11/21/2023.
https://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/48119
Director of Landscape Services & Mizzou Botanic Gardens
University of Missouri
Summary
The University of Missouri–Columbia (MU) is searching for its next Director of Landscape Services and Mizzou Botanic Garden. This key Campus Facilities leader will manage Mizzou’s 1000+ acres of lawns, landscaping, urban forest, and Botanic Garden with 18 named gardens. Landscape Services also leads the preparation and response for snow and ice removal activities during winter months in collaboration with Facility Operations and other campus units. The department’s team consists of 35-40 groundskeepers, gardeners, and managers, along with an arborist, landscape designer, and equipment mechanic who provide year-round grounds services to the main campus and other facilities around the area. Frontline services staff are union eligible. Annual budget allocation and recharge revenues total approximately $3 million. This director is the face of Mizzou’s beautiful campus grounds and gardens and interacts with faculty, staff, students, senior leaders, researchers, contractors, and the public on related matters.
About Mizzou
Established in 1839, MU is the first public university west of the Mississippi River. Located in the center of the state in the city of Columbia, it is a land-grant university hosting over 31,000 students and nearly 3,000 faculty and researchers. Mizzou is the flagship of the University of Missouri system, which includes 4 universities and MU Health Care, an on-campus teaching hospital with healthcare services distributed throughout the region. MU is a major research institution and one of 71 members of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). MU’s nuclear research reactor (MURR) is the highest-powered university research reactor in the U.S., producing cancer-fighting therapies for use worldwide. The university operates its own on-campus district energy and utility system that provides power and other utilities to all campus facilities, University Hospital, and a second on-site hospital operated by the U.S. Veterans Administration. Mizzou Athletics is a member of the NCAA Division I Southeastern Conference (SEC).
Essential Functions
• Plan, organize, direct, and review the operational and personnel activities of the Landscape Services department.
• Guide the preparation and review of all landscape architectural designs and related site plans for the campus, whether created by in-house designers or by outside architectural consultants.
• Develop and manage a Landscape Maintenance Plan to guide desired service levels, aligning APPA standards with university expectations.
• Develop and manage a Landscape Master Plan to guide the future development of grounds and gardens.
• Provide guidance to the Friends of the Mizzou Botanic Garden Advisory Board in their educational and philanthropic activities.
• Develop and manage budgets for Landscape Services Mizzou Botanic Garden operations.
• Direct and oversee landscape construction projects.
• Negotiate and manage service agreements with recharge units and campus partners.
• Work with procurement to manage agreements with contractors and other outside service providers for various grounds, maintenance, landscaping, and snow removal services as needed.
• Direct campus snow and ice preparation and removal operations to maintain a safe campus environment.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and at least 6 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
• A bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field
• 10+ years of experience leading landscape operations in a large, complex enterprise. Previous leadership experience in a public college, university, PK-12 school system, or another institutional environment is a plus.
• Turf Management, Horticulture, or other landscaping-related credentials are a plus.
• Experience with public or non-profit sector administration.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license which will allow the legal operation of a motor vehicle in the State of Missouri is required.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo.
For additional information and to apply, see Job Opening ID# 49322 online at https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings.
Senior Director, Sustainability
Baylor University
Senior Director, Sustainability
What We Are Looking For
Under the direction of the Associate Vice President for Facilities & Operations, the Senior Director, Sustainability will be responsible for the development and implementation of environmental sustainability initiatives for Baylor University and will work to enhance environmental sustainability and performance of Baylor facilities and building systems, including but not limited to reducing energy use and waste. The Senior Director will strive to leverage programs into learning opportunities for Baylor students through partnerships with Academic Affairs and Student Life.
All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Qualifications include:
• Master’s degree in sustainability, environmental studies, or a related field is required; PhD is preferred
• Seven (7) years minimum experience assisting and/or leading sustainability programs, initiatives, and implementation of a sustainability program, preferably in higher education
• Ability to work effectively and collaborate with cross-functional teams and people at all levels and departments of the institution
• Familiarity with the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) and the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS) preferred
• Certified Energy Manager, LEED Certification, or other related certifications preferred
• Have excellent organizational, planning, and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work occasional evenings and/or weekends as needed for special events or meetings
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Driver’s License – Must have a valid driver’s license
What You Will Do
• Provides leadership to support and advance Baylor’s sustainability efforts
• Develop strategies to embed principles of sustainability into the operations across the Baylor campus
• Serve as Chair of Baylor’s Sustainability Committee
• Work with senior administration to develop an institutional sustainability vision
• Translates the institution’s sustainability vision to actionable standards and goals, most likely via the Sustainability Committee
• Connect various fragmented sustainability efforts between academic and non-academic departments, as well as individual students and student groups, to synergize outcomes
• Maintain and manage sustainability records and reporting requirements related to sustainability efforts, including but not limited to facility/campus energy usage
• Develop and maintain connections with local and regional partners including but not limited to other higher education institutions, City of Waco, McLennan County, and State of Texas officials
• Research and remain up to date with industry best practices in sustainability
• Gain adoption from the campus community for sustainability initiatives and practices by providing meaningful engagement events, presentations, communication tools, activities, and experiential learning opportunities
• Establish and maintain an effective communications strategy for promoting campus sustainability efforts internally and externally, to include ensuring information is up to date and relevant on the sustainability website and across relevant marketing and communications material
• Investigate and pursue grant writing opportunities to fund sustainability initiatives
• Partner with Facilities Management team members to infuse sustainability principles into capital project design and daily operations & maintenance of facilities and grounds
• Supervising employees, to include the potential for student workers/interns
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/4711397
Central Utilities Supervisor
William & Mary
William & Mary Facilities Management is seeking candidates for the position of Central Utilities Supervisor. We are a premier medium-sized public research university, famous for our rigorous liberal arts and sciences curriculum. The 1,200-acre campus is situated in eastern Virginia’s Historic Triangle and is widely recognized as one of the most beautiful and historic campuses in the country.
The Central Utilities Supervisor provides leadership, direction, and performance management for utility plant operators and technicians. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Supervises operations and maintenance of the central utilities plants that distribute steam, hot water, and chilled water throughout the Campus including all distribution piping and associated equipment and maintenance of all satellite boilers.
- Ensures operators and technicians are trained to perform all assigned duties.
- Responsible for all State reporting and on-site inspections related to underground storage tanks, annual boiler inspections, and air permits.
- Reviews and ensures compliance with all department policies and directives associated with Central Utilities and direct reports including developing specific procedures to ensure compliance.
- Ensures a robust preventative maintenance program is established and tracked relative to timely completion of assigned tasks.
- Manages the steam trap program and associated testing/tracking equipment and software.
- Reviews all new projects in relation to any use of central utilities and provides timely comments to the project team.
- Manages the maintenance reserve projects developed specifically for central utilities or associated distribution systems.
- Manages the chemical water treatment program.
William & Mary offers a comprehensive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply for this position (position number 00777W) at https://jobs.wm.edu/postings/57008. Applications and related materials submitted via other means cannot be considered.
William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Associate University Landscape Architect
Indiana University
Department Information
Capital Planning and Facilities (CPF) works to ensure that IU campuses are beautiful, functional, and sustainable while supporting excellence in teaching, learning, research, and community engagement across the entire university.
A unit within Capital Planning & Facilities, Landscape Architecture plans, designs, and manages all site and landscape improvements for new construction and the renovation of existing facilities at Indiana University. Landscape Architecture staff also help create master, land use, and open space plans that guide the future development of all IU campuses.
At CPF, we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are inseparable from our mission to create campuses and communities that keep our faculty, staff and students feeling safe, supported and included. CPF Cares about each individual and the unique background and capabilities they bring to our team. It is through these diverse experiences and perspectives that we will thrive in the future as a team that actively represents Indiana University's commitment to diversity and equity.
Job Summary
Department-Specific Responsibilities
- Responsible for project management of landscape architectural projects at times through all phases of a project from conception to completion and also when the scope of work has already been defined.
- Acts as project lead on the design of new site construction, additions and remodeling projects throughout the IU system.
- Works with CPF staff and users to define the exterior space needs, prepare budgets, and direct the work of outside architectural firms hired for each project; monitors projects to ensure compliance with contractual plans, specifications and budget parameters.
- Recommends the services of private architectural, engineering and consulting firms.
- Maintains relationships with facilities leadership staff of all campuses throughout the system.
- Participates in planning for all aspects of the physical environment of the campuses..
General Responsibilities
- Identifies and leads basic and highly complex landscape projects for the design of new site construction, additions, and renovation projects by defining and designing the exterior space in coordination with project teams and independent contractors.
- Monitors the production of construction documents to include drawings and specifications.
- Monitors the construction of projects to assure that materials, methods, and workmanship comply with contract documents.
- Evaluates landscape, site, pedestrian and vehicular circulation systems as well as drainage and stormwater systems and identifies areas for improvement.
- Reviews and makes recommendations regarding project budgets, cost estimates, and fee proposals of private firms. Negotiates contracts and fee proposals, manages consultants, and schedules project work.
- Provides professional guidance to all faculty and staff requiring landscape architectural design services. Consults with clients to determine needs and provide architectural guidance.
- Serves as liaison between the University Architect's Office, contract architects, University officials, and user groups relative to the construction and renovation of University facilities.
- Designs and monitors the development of landscape architectural standards and guidelines.
- Assists other staff architects with code review for state, local, and ADA code compliance.
- Regularly provides guidance to other Landscape Architects.
- May make policy and procedural recommendations to manager for increased efficiency of operations.
Qualifications
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
- Bachelor's degree in architecture, landscape architecture, or related field
Preferred
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in landscape architecture
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
- 8 years in landscape architecture, construction project management, or related field
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required
- Registered Landscape Architect within the State of Indiana upon date of hire or ability to obtain.
SKILLS
Required
- Evaluation of landscape architectural proposals.
- Negotiation with outside architects and consultants regarding designs, fees, projects costs/scope.
- Analysis of project budgets.
- Ability to deal with difficult political environment and complex relationships.
- Ability to understand and communicate complicated landscape architectural alternatives and proposed solutions.
Preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience in, and advanced skills in project management and project communications.
Additional Information
This is an in-person position.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
- Multiple plan options for medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
- Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
- Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
- Additional supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition benefit for IU classes
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.
Directions on how to apply:
1. Go to www.jobs.iu.edu and look under Staff Positions and select based on your status: All external candidates.
2. Search for posting number 308725 – Associate University Landscape Architecture
3. Review the job description and then click on "Apply for Job" to begin your application.
Senior Architect
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
About UMass Amherst
UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.
Job Summary
This position is responsible for project management, design, and preparation of drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for a variety of architectural projects.
Essential Functions
- Coordinate and manage capital project activities for both in-house and outside consultants, including preparation and administration of consultant contracts.
- Review studies, plans, and contract documents prepared by outside consultants to ensure compatibility to University standards and requirements.
- Serve as the University’s representative to the State Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance and other federal, state, and local agencies on assigned projects.
- Prepare contract documents including working drawings and specifications for new architectural systems and alterations and repairs to existing systems
- Manage and/or conduct feasibility studies for projects. Prepare preliminary total project cost estimates and financial analysis for project planning and budget developments, as well as detailed cost estimates. Develop, maintain, and communicate spending plans and project schedules for all assigned projects.
- Prepare written, oral, and graphic presentations.
- Provide supervision to in-house staff regarding division policies, procedure, and project coordination as it relates to the project designs.
- Review, approve, and stamp plans and specifications of in-house work completed by non-licensed professionals under the supervision of this position.
- Perform contract administration and supervise construction and resident engineers assigned to construction projects.
Other Functions
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture or related field with five (5) years’ experience in architectural design and construction.
- Professional Registration as an architect in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or obtain Massachusetts registration through reciprocity within one year.
- Working knowledge of construction practices, project budget development, scheduling, tracking, and control.
- Ability to effectively manage and coordinate the work of architects and other designers in the architectural design discipline.
- Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience in CAD, BIM, word processing, spreadsheets, and database management systems.
Additional Details
Works under the direct supervision of the Project Executive.
Work Schedule
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M-F 8 am to 4 pm
Salary Information
Grade 31
Special Instructions to Applicants
In addition to the application on
Senior Architect please submit a resume, cover letter, and three (3) professional references.UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, caste, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, political belief or affiliation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related condition(s), veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, natural and protective hairstyle and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University.? To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans.? It is the policy of UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action.
