Direct Hire position

Salary/Rate: $85k - $100k

Location: Durham, North Carolina

Company: Leading university in the Triangle area dedicated to providing hire education to the public

Job Description

Under the direction of the Associate Vice Chancellor for Facilities Management, the Director of Planning, Design and Construction is responsible for the management of capital construction projects, including programming, design, construction management and contract administration. The Director is responsible for successful execution of the University’s Capital Plan.

Conducting needs assessments, project feasibility studies, programming, master planning, initial cost estimates, and project justification statements

Principle liaison for assigned projects assembling all review comments, monitoring compliance and reviewing signed changed orders

May also inspect buildings for renovation, repair, and code compliance needs

Conduct research into new systems and design/construction techniques

Establishes budgets and payments, construction quality and schedules

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5 PM. After hours and weekends occasionally.

Required Qualifications

5+ years of progressive management skills and abilities in the field of design and capital construction, from programming through project closeout, preferably within an institution of higher education.

Excellent oral and written communication skills to relate effectively to customers and employees.

A sound understanding of architectural standards and a strong sense of architectural style to ensure development and adherence to University aesthetic and design guidelines.

Desired Qualifications

MBA is a plus

Special Physical and Mental Requirements

Must be able to move/lift 50 pounds with or without accommodation

Requires prolonged and/or repetitive reaching, bending, and twisting