Associate Director, Design and Construction

Associate Director, Design and ConstructionJob ID: 276747Location: Kennesaw, GeorgiaFull/Part Time: Full TimeRegular/Temporary: RegularAbout UsAre you ready to join a community leading in innovative teachingand learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largestpublic institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment andglobal reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia'scolleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, anddoctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurialspirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also drawstudents from throughout the region and from 92 countries acrossthe globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities,mission andvalues and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We arepart of the University System ofGeorgia. Kennesaw State will exemplify the power and promise ofa student-centered, research-driven university. Our institutionalvalues are student-inspired, promise-fulfilling, true to ourselves,elevational, open and impact-generating. In addition, we supportthe University System of Georgia core values of accountability,excellence, integrity and respect. We are searching for talentedpeople to join Kennesaw State University. Come to KSU and find yourpassion.LocationOur Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw,GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South MariettaParkway, Marietta, GA 30060.Job SummaryResponsible for the oversight of a team of Construction ProjectManagers and coordinates campus-wide design and constructionprojects. This position is essential for ensuring project alignmentwith key campus partners and creating efficiencies across multiplefiscal years.ResponsibilitiesKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Oversees and is responsible for the leadership of a professionalteam of design and construction project managers to ensure qualityKSU projects are completed on time and on budget.2. Hires, trains, evaluates, and develops project managementstaff.3. Implements change management practices to encourage consistentproject management methodologies.4. Responsible for developing and implementing industry bestpractice processes and procedures to ensure best value for KSU andadherence to state and Board of Regents standards andrequirements.5. Aggregates project metrics for comprehensive reporting on budgetand schedules.6. Acts as a liaison between project teams and campus partners,including divisional partners, legal, public safety, andothers.7. Oversees the selection, contracting, and management of GeneralContractors and Architects. Reviews construction contracts andparticipates in contract development and negotiations.8. Ensures adherence to university design and constructionstandards and Board of Regents standards. Reviews and approvesexceptions or adjustments to these standards.9. Continuously develops and improves project scheduling,budgeting, and record-keeping systems. Oversee project close-outprocedures and ensure proper handover to Maintenance and Operationsand other facility owners.10. Maintains positive relationships with external design andconstruction communities to facilitate consultant and contractorselection.11. Develop and manage communication protocols for all projectstakeholders, including university senior leadership, primaryproject clients, and community members.Required QualificationsEducational RequirementsBachelor's degree from an accredited institution of highereducation in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management ora related field.Required ExperienceSeven (7) years of relevant experiencePrevious experience managing teamsExperience and demonstrated familiarity with various constructiondelivery methodsPreferred QualificationsAdditional Preferred QualificationsProfessional certifications (e.g. LEED AP, P.E., AIA, PMP,etc)Preferred Educational QualificationsAn advanced degree from an accredited institution of highereducationPreferred ExperiencePrevious experience in higher education and/or research laboratoryconstructionExperience working within the University System of GeorgiaProposed SalaryThe budgeted salary range is $116,740 to $118,000. Offers are basedon relevant experience.Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paidholidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver,wellness options, and much more! Visithr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesABILITIESAble to read and comprehend construction drawings, specifications,and building codes.Ability to handle sensitive situations diplomatically.Ability to learn Board of Regents (BOR) and USG procedures, lawsgoverning education data (FERPA) and best practices in a highereducation environmentMaintains positive relationships with campus partners and serve asa liaison to University departmentsAble to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meetingassigned deadlinesKNOWLEDGEKnowledge of cost accounting and purchasing methods.Knowledge of work management systemsSKILLSStrong report writing, communication, and analytical skills.Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving,independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal andwritten), time management, project management and presentationskillsProficient with computer applications and programs associated withthe position (i.e., CAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, MicrosoftOffice suite)Strong attention to detail and follow up skillsUSG Core ValuesThe University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26institutions of higher education and learning as well as the SystemOffice. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence,Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundationfor all that we do as an organization, and each USG communitymember is responsible for demonstrating and upholding thesestandards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values andCode of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 andcan be found on-line athttps://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in BoardPolicy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-lineat https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.Equal Employment OpportunityKennesaw State University is an Equal Employment OpportunityEmployer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair andrespectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, andin accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy,and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of ordiscrimination against any person because of race, color, sex(including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditionsrelated to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genderexpression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, geneticinformation, disability, or veteran or military status by anymember of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with aUniversity program or activity, or in a manner that creates ahostile environment for members of the KSU community.For additional information or to file a complaint under theprovisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants foremployment or admission or other third parties should contact theOffice of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225,eeo@kennesaw.edu.Other InformationThis is a supervisory position.This position has financial responsibilities.This position will be required to drive.This role is considered a position of trust.This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).This position may travel 1% - 24% of the timeBackground Check• Standard Enhanced• Education Verification• DMV• Drug ScreenPer the University System of Georgia background check policy, allfinal candidates will be required to consent to a criminalbackground investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclosecriminal record history during the initial screening process andprior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants forpositions of trust with screeningresults which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will beimmediately disqualified from employment eligibility.All applicants are required to include professional references aspart of their application process. Some positions may requireadditional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report,credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification ofacademic credentials.https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdfTo apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=43000&JobOpeningId=276747&PostingSeq=1jeid-e4fe485258813b4cb8e56c127c7291ae