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Planning, Design & Construction
Director of Facility Service Operations SMS-3756
Southern Illinois University Medicine
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Director of Facility Service Operations SMS-3756
- SALARY: $10,591.67- $11,650.84
- LOCATION: Springfield, IL
- JOB NUMBER- 2401617
- DEPARTMENT: Facilities Management-SMS
- FLSA: Exempt
To apply please go to SIU Medicine Careers and search "3756" or click on the following link: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/siumed/jobs/5175258/director-of-facility-service-operations-sms-3756
Description
Under long-range administrative direction, the Director of Facility Service Operations is a senior management role in Facilities Management and serves as the administrator, manager and supervisor of large-scale maintenance, custodial, grounds and distribution/warehouse operations and initiatives for the SIU School of Medicine/SIU Medicine physical facilities and infrastructure. The Director of Facility Service Operations will work to plan and advance SOM physical facility services and operations delivery and advancements in current and new locations, develop strategies to optimize new partnerships, manage cross-functional project and program teams necessary to support facility services and operations, and establish the groundwork to ensure that those efforts become sustainable operating programs and partnerships. The Director of Facility Service Operations will be responsible for continually refining overall facility services and operations processes and will work with the Executive Director and other Facilities Management leaders to improve upon the model.
See Job Posting for a full list of duties.
For a full list of benefits please visit https://www.siumed.edu/hr/siu-school-medicine-benefits
Qualifications
A. Minimum Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in facilities management or a related field
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or a related field
- Proven expertise in building systems, maintenance, and regulatory compliance
- Strong project management and problem-solving skills
- Excellent budget planning and financial management capabilities
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team of facilities staff
- Has, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire, UST Class A, B and C Operator certification
If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hrrecruitment@siumed.edu or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer who provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law.
Pre-employment background screenings required.
Sr Construction Project Manager
Southern Illinois University Medicine
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Sr Construction Project Manager (5012)
- SALARY- $7,089.41 - $7,798.35 Monthly
- LOCATION- Springfield, IL
- JOB TYPE- Civil Service
- DEPARTMENT- Facilities Management-SMS
- DIVISION- Engineering and Construction
- FLSA- Exempt
- BARGAINING UNIT-Non-Represented
To apply please go to SIU Medicine Careers and search "5012" or click on the following link: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/siumed/jobs/4814383/sr-construction-project-manager-5012
Description
The Senior Construction Project Manager is responsible for the scope, budget, and schedule management, contract administration, design and construction, programming execution on assigned campus projects from conception to completion; Responsible for supervision of assigned project management staff as well as administration of the established planning, design, bid & award, construction, and post-construction phase services provided to the campus by Facilities Management for their projects and all assigned project managers; Accountable to the University for all assigned capital construction projects to him/her and also assigned to subordinate Project Managers, to ensure completing all projects on time, on budget and to a satisfied customer and to the expected quality parameters.
See Job Posting for a full list of duties.
Qualifications
A. Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or a closely related field.
- Eight (8) years of commercial construction management experience.
NOTE: Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience.
Benefits
For a list of all benefits information please visit https://www.siumed.edu/hr/siu-school-medicine-benefits
If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hrrecruitment@siumed.edu or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.
Pre-employment background screenings required.
Building Automation Systems Controls Engineer
Miami University
Job Description Summary:
The Controls Engineer manages, plans, organizes, and controls a multi-faceted Building Automation System (BAS) across the Oxford, Middletown, and Hamilton campuses, encompassing over 300,000 control points and 600 field panels.
The system consists of a combination of Siemens and Delta controls. The work involves providing direction and support for network infrastructure, head-end software, and hardware; administering service agreements; diagnosing and repairing system and component problems; creating and modifying control programs; and performing minor control hardware installation. The Engineer serves as the university's primary technical authority on building controls, coordinating with university project managers and outside contractors to ensure system standards and sequences of operation are met. A primary function of this role is to proactively monitor and modify building sequences of operation to ensure optimum performance and drive campus-wide energy efficiency. The Controls Engineer manages and develops a team of internal technicians and oversees the work of outside contractors. This position also manages and evaluates the effectiveness of a retro-commissioning program. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Description:
Essential Duties:
- Leadership & Management: Provides direction, focus, guidance, support, and prioritization for a well-developed campus-wide BAS infrastructure. Implements new and enforces existing programs, policies, and procedures that result in high levels of performance. Keeps superiors informed and is responsive to directives. Actively supports departmental and institutional goals through strategic BAS management. Evaluates performance, sets goals for direct reports, and participates in hiring recommendations.
- Daily Operations Management: Ensures the central BAS and individual workstations are functioning properly. Coordinates device-level diagnosis and repair with applicable trade shops. Serves as the central point of contact for specific control needs from the campus community. Develops and analyzes reports on BAS alarms and the performance of building systems. Administers service agreements with providers where applicable.
- Energy Efficiency Optimization: Drives energy efficiency initiatives by developing methods, practices, and metrics to monitor and modify building system sequences of operation. Recommends capital projects, new processes, and other concepts to increase campus energy efficiency and reduce utility consumption, coordinating efforts with other organizational units.
- Technical Support and Guidance: Provides supervisors and service technicians with expert technical support, leveraging the BAS as a primary diagnostic tool. Retains and engages technical staff in solving complex problems and fosters a culture of continuous improvement and professional development. Provides expert technical support for 24-hour, 7-day-a-week operations.
- Contractor Oversight: Performs contract administration for BAS-related work. Inspects work in progress and upon completion to ensure quality control and adherence to university standards.
- Long-Range Planning: Coordinates with IT Services on long-range networking and hardware infrastructure needs. Supports and provides direction to project managers on standardized equipment, installation practices, and sequence of operation deliverables. Develops and presents long- and short-range plans that align with industry shifts in BAS technology.
Salary Range:
$105,000-$125,000
To apply, visit: https://miamioh.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/miamioh-staff/details/Building-Automation-Systems-Controls-Engineer_JR103382
Hydronics Systems Operations Manager
Miami University
Job Description Summary:
This position is directly responsible for the operation, maintenance, and strategic planning of the geothermal, chilled water, and heating hot water production and distribution systems on the Oxford and regional campuses. The Hydronics Systems Operations Manager is responsible for the management of involved personnel, annual budgets, and maintenance activities. The purpose of this position is to monitor both budget and operations to provide reliable and cost-effective utility service to the university community, serving as the university's primary technical authority for thermal utility systems.
Job Description:
Essential Duties:
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System Operations & Maintenance: Is responsible for developing, implementing, and documenting preventative and predictive maintenance programs for chillers, pumps, process controls, and piping within the plant and throughout the distribution system. Provides continual automated monitoring of all equipment to ensure reliable operation. Purchases and maintains parts inventories.
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Supervision & Leadership: Provides direct supervision and technical leadership to university hydronics systems technicians. Oversees unit operations, sets priorities, reviews completed jobs, and manages the annual operating and capital improvement budgets for the thermal utility systems.
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Emergency Response & System Integrity: Provides expert technical support during any campus emergency and/or power failure event as needed on a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week basis. Is responsible for scheduling routine equipment and system shutdowns and developing written standard operating procedures for production, storage, distribution, and emergency recovery situations.
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Project Management & Design Review: Reviews the design and installation of thermal distribution equipment and revenue metering in new construction and renovated buildings. Develops and maintains written standards for new equipment and installation requirements. Coordinates with project managers and regional campus staff on new service installations and utility shutdowns.
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Strategic Planning & Financial Management: Drives campus energy efficiency goals by predicting and monitoring fluctuating customer demands and electric utility pricing. Sets operating schedules for plant operations and thermal water storage to reduce energy consumption and control peak demand. Develops short- and long-term plans for campus-wide thermal distribution service to achieve cost savings while meeting future campus needs.
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Safety & Compliance: Monitors the use of personal protective equipment and procedures to ensure all maintenance and testing operations are conducted in a safe manner. Coordinates and documents safety training for key university employees to maintain high operational standards.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus a minimum of five (5) years of full-time experience managing, installing, maintaining, and/or operating a complex hydronic system; (OR)
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Related associate’s degree plus a minimum of eight (8) years of full-time experience managing, installing, maintaining, and/or operating a complex hydronic system; (OR)
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A minimum of ten (10) years of full-time, verifiable experience managing, installing, maintaining, and/or operating a complex hydronic system.
Salary Range:
$85,000-$115,000
To apply, visit: https://miamioh.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/miamioh-staff/details/Hydronics-Systems-Operations-Manager_JR103446
Utility Systems Manager - Steam Plant
Miami University
Job Description Summary:
The position is directly responsible for leading and managing the day-to-day operations of the steam plant, generating plant, and associated distribution via the utility tunnels and underground piping to campus facilities. The position requires managing personnel, budgetary planning, creation and implementation of short and long-term capital and operational improvements, assisting with contract negotiations, and conducting continuous system monitoring to ensure efficient operation of plant systems. The position requires a high level of analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to proactively identify and address potential issues before they escalate. The unique nature of providing continuous utility service may also require responding to matters outside of regular business hours.
Job Description:
Supervision and Management:
- Responsible for following and applying rules in personnel contracts, departmental standard operation procedures, and university policies.
- Conduct regular team meetings to discuss operational performance, safety protocols, and schedules.
- Communicate and coordinate systems operations and needs with the director of energy systems.
- Manage plant expenditures to balance reliability and fiscal responsibility. Assists in the creation of departmental budgets. Coordinates training and provides support and guidance to staff.
- Inspect work in progress and at completion to ensure that standards of workmanship and safety are maintained.
- Perform administrative activities related to personnel management, purchasing, and contracting.
Operations:
- Responsible for all operational aspects of the steam plant and associated distribution systems.
- Responsible for coordinating and contracting with external consultants and contractors as needed to operate and maintain energy systems.
- Provide technical support in emergency equipment operation and failure situations as needed on a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week basis.
- Evaluate existing and new operating strategies to ensure optimum efficiency and reliability.
- Perform continuous monitoring of all equipment to meet operational expectations.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOP) for equipment operation and maintenance.
- Assist in the development and implementation of preventative maintenance activities.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Develop, maintain, and analyze appropriate trends and historical data to quickly and effectively identify and correct system abnormalities to mitigate future failures.
- Maintain operating data and support all regulatory and environmental testing for utility systems.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor degree in engineering or related degree with five (5) years of experience in facility or plant management, including expertise in steam production and equipment maintenance OR
- Associate degree in engineering or related degree with seven (7) years of experience in facility or plant management, including expertise in steam production and equipment maintenance OR
- Ten (10) years of experience in facility or plant management, including expertise in steam production and equipment maintenance
- Posses a valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Class Three Stationary Engineers License in State of Ohio
Salary Range:
$80,000-$95,000
To apply, visit: https://miamioh.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/miamioh-staff/details/Utility-Systems-Manager---Steam-Plant_JR101256?q=steam%20plant
Construction Project Manager I/II
University of Illinois
Construction Project Manager I/II
University Housing Facilities Planning
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
University Housing at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a Construction Project Manager I or II to join its Facilities Planning team. This is a multi-level search with one position to be filled, with the successful candidate hired at the Construction Project Manager I or II level based on qualifications and experience.
University Housing plays a vital role in the Illinois experience, supporting thousands of residents across 26 residence halls, apartment complexes, dining facilities, and associated infrastructure. The Facilities Planning team oversees a wide range of projects, from small-scale renovations and deferred maintenance to large, complex capital improvements. This position offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects in a dynamic campus environment while collaborating with a broad group of internal and external partners.
The Construction Project Manager is responsible for managing architectural and MEP construction, renovation, and maintenance projects from design through completion. Responsibilities include budgeting, estimating, scheduling, coordinating consultants and contractors, reviewing construction documents, monitoring progress, and ensuring projects meet University Housing standards, applicable codes, and regulatory requirements. The role serves as a key point of contact between University Housing, campus partners, and professional service consultants.
At the Construction Project Manager I level, the position focuses on supporting project delivery through coordination, document review, field observation, and collaboration with senior staff. At the Construction Project Manager II level, the role assumes increased responsibility for project leadership, technical expertise, and coordination across multiple stakeholders, including oversight of more complex projects and campus-wide initiatives.
Both levels work closely with architects, engineers, project managers, maintenance teams, and other Housing stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with long-range facilities planning goals. The position contributes to inspections, troubleshooting building systems, reviewing shop drawings, coordinating punch lists, and verifying compliance with architectural and MEP standards.
University Housing values collaboration, professionalism, and service. All staff are expected to contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion and to support a respectful and inclusive work environment.
This position is a full-time, 12-month Civil Service appointment and is expected to work on-site at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus in accordance with University workplace policies.
Salary and benefits information are available in the full position announcement.
Application deadline: January 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Central Time
Apply online: https://jobs.illinois.edu or https://illinois.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/15888?c=illinois&sq=1034247
(Only applications submitted through this site will be considered.)
For additional information about employment with University Housing, applicants are encouraged to review the full position announcement.
The University of Illinois is an EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled and is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and education. The University participates in the federal E-Verify program and conducts background checks focused on prior criminal or sexual misconduct history in accordance with applicable laws and policies.
Facility Planner - Signage
University of North Carolina - Charlotte
Facility Planner - Signage
- Position Number: 010057
- Employment Type: Permanent - Full-time
- Months per Year: 12
- Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm
- This position is also eligible for 1-2 days of telework per week.
- FLSA Status: Exempt
- Department: Facilities Management (Adm)
- Work Location: FMPPS
- Salary Range: $78,246 - $84,000
Primary Purpose of Department:
The Planning, Design, and Construction department manages the design and planning of informal and capital projects for the university community.
Primary Purpose of Position:
The Facility Planner – Signage (Facility Planner III ) supports the operation of the Planning, Design, and Construction team as the lead facility planner responsible for researching, designing, assisting, and managing all aspects of interior building signage, as well as the majority of exterior building signage for the University community. The Facility Planner – Signage is tasked with the responsibility of producing and maintaining the Design and Construction guidelines related to signage. The incumbent is expected to keep abreast of industry standards related to building signage and will serve as a university resource for signage design standards for the campus community. The incumbent will have overall responsibility for project management of department and assigned university signage projects.
Summary of Position Responsibilities:
- The employee will review design plans and specifications for functionality, attainment of programming needs and technical specifications, design efficiency and building code compliance.
- Work includes the ability to translate conceptual ideas to specific programming, project design and space layout, development and management of related databases, prioritize capital improvement projects, and entail directing work of vendors and/or contractors.
- The employee will work with campus stakeholders and external vendors to create formal signage plans to meet the needs of a proposed facility or renovation, develop projected cost estimates based on cost trends, and conduct planning/project meetings, and serves as a liaison with outside designers and reviewing agencies, facilities services personnel, and county and local government officials.
- Strong emphasis on graphic design and project management.
Minimum Education/Experience:
- Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in the area of assignment and at least eight years of professional experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
- Knowledge of industry standards and design principles for building signage is preferred.
- Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
- Strong customer service orientation and ability to effectively anticipate and respond to requests for information and assistance.
- Flexible and innovative with ability to manage responsibilities and multiple priorities in a time-critical environment.
- Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism.
- Ability to effectively communicate the English language (reading, writing, interpretation, and comprehension) required.
- Exemplary skills in verbal, written and interpersonal communications.
- Proficient in Computer Software: Adobe SUITE : Illustrator, Photoshop; AutoCAD, Trimble Google SketchUp and LayOut; Microsoft Suite: Excel, PowerPoint, Project planning, and other related software.
- Member of appropriate graphic design or other related professional organizations.
- Ability to effectively work/interact with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
- Ability to foster and create an atmosphere of teamwork.
- Ability to possess, maintain, or obtain a valid driver’s license upon appointment to the position.
Special Notes to Applicants:
- The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
- The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
- Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
- UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits
Posting Open Date: 12/12/2025
Open Until Filled: No
Proposed Hire Date: 02/02/2026
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6802528