Director, Facilities and Construction

• Directs Facilities Management operations of all three campuses
• Directs Environmental Management operations of all three campuses
• Directs the Plant Project Manager on construction contracts, contractor schedules and payments
• Provides direction and oversight in the development of plans for physical plant maintenance
• Manages and directs the work of the facilities and environmental (custodial) staff
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive
• With the Chief Business Officer, establishes, implements, and manages the Facilities and Environmental services operating budgets
• Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal laws related to facilities and environmental
• Develops positive working relationships with all college constituents
• Must be available in emergency situations
• Responsible for department payrolls
• Maintains files of warranties, records, licenses, inspections, service agreements, and contracts for various pieces of equipment
• Oversees the maintenance of the inventory, storage, and distribution of Facilities equipment
• Provides recommendations for the purchase of new equipment
• Supports the Plant Project Manager in the planning and management of capital projects
• Ensures the satisfactory operation, maintenance, and improvement of facilities as determined by the users of the facilities
• Responsible for setting standards, developing and oversight of the implementation of a routine preventative maintenance schedule
• Ensures compliance with standards set
• Collaborates with Chief Business Officer and Plant Project Manager to identify renovation or maintenance needs
• Prepares job estimates and reviews bids for projects to be completed by outside contractors
• Inspects and approves work completed by outside contractors
• Performs related duties as assigned

Education:

• Bachelor's degree

Experience:

• A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in building maintenance/building operations
• A minimum of seven (7) years of supervisory experience
• Experience supervising under a collective bargaining agreement preferred
• Experience working on a college or university campus preferred
• Knowledge of Green Environment standards helpful
• Demonstrated experience in project management, time management, and organizational management with the ability to manage details of multiple and complex projects within firm schedules
• Fiscal and budget management knowledge and experience
• Knowledge of and experience with applicable laws, ordinances, and codes related to maintenance and environmental departments within a facility

 Competencies and Skills: 

• Ability to quickly learn the equipment and facilities to be maintained and secured
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
• Project Management - Communicates changes and progress, completes projects on time and budget, and manages project team activities
• Communication - Speaks and writes clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, listens and gets clarification, responds well to questions, and participates in meetings
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities, exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views, gives and welcomes feedback, and supports everyone's efforts to succeed
• Managing People - Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities, is available to staff, provides regular performance feedback, and improves processes, products, and services

Terms of Employment

• This position is located at the Mays Landing Campus, with responsibilities across all three campuses. This position requires a flexible schedule at any campus and at college events.