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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Director of Design and Construction - Boca Raton, FL.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Manages, directs, and coordinates the operations of the Design and Construction department with oversight for all capital construction, renovations, and minor projects at all FAU campuses.

Ensure assigned resources meet with departments requesting construction/renovation services and appropriately advise on design requirements, compliance, budgets, and schedules.

Collaborates and coordinates with both internal and external constituents, including but not limited to designated customer department leaders, Facilities Management units, Environmental Health & Safety, Building Code Officials, external permitting agencies, Infection Prevention, and Safety Departments on the development of project schedules and overall project needs. Ensures that all customers are included in timely review of project schedules, construction document reviews throughout design, and related documents during the project’s construction.

Provides oversight, review, and direction to department staff to ensure successful project outcomes.

Empower staff to fully perform their duties in a professional manner and in accordance with all System policies, procedures, and expectations.

Develops and reviews all architectural and engineering programs for the physical facilities.

Responsible for the creation and development of drawings and specifications for all renovations and minor repairs to existing facilities.

Supervises the work and assignments of professional and clerical Design and Construction staff.

Participates in the review and/or selection of professional service and construction management consultants.

Responsible for reviewing and approving Facilities Management documents and contracts, including but not limited to professional services/construction management contracts, Guaranteed Maximum Price proposals, professional services fee scope/proposals, etc.

Provides monthly reports for all minor and major projects status.

Enhances professional growth and development by keeping current with related codes and standards, legislative developments, trends, and practices through participation in continuing education courses, professional organizations, seminars, and workshops, reading current literature, and maintaining professional contacts within the community.

Assures effective close out of all projects with appropriate documentation and filing

FAU Benefits and Perks

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.

State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php

Sick Leave Pool Program

Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).

Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf

Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

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Minimum Qualifications:

A master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and eight years of appropriate experience required.

Salary:

$120,000 - $130,000 annually

College or Department:

FM: Facilities Management

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Occasional nights and weekends as needed.

Application Deadline:

2025-01-02

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This position eligible for flex scheduling under the discretion of the supervisor.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

Resume

Cover letter



OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.


PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.



REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email accommodate@fau.edu or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.