Director of Facilities - Full Time

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Description

Greenville University seeks a dynamic leader to fill the Director of Facilities position which is responsible for all areas of project/property operations and management including: planning, scheduling, implementation, resource acquisition and allocation, project accounting, cost and time management negotiations; technical direction, ensuring compliance with quality standards; contract administration, safety management, master planning activities; coordination of projects includes all stages of work with employees, third-party contractors and consultants The position reports to the Chief Financial Officer.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure that the University has satisfied appropriate facilities operations and maintenance requirements that correspond to its stated mission and the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, state, and municipal entities.
• Ensure the care, upkeep, maintenance, and daily operation of all University facilities, and grounds, and in doing so, provide all academic and administrative units with conducive physical environments and available facilities.
• Oversee the management of a diverse group of employees including managers, specialists, and support personnel.
• Oversee the management of all daily operations for the University's portfolio of real property and assets and establish a detailed set of maintenance activities and evaluation procedures for ongoing physical needs.
• Develop a feasible plan for maintaining continuous operations of buildings systems which have far exceed their life expectancy (25+ years).
• Develop comprehensive tracking and reporting procedures for levels of deferred maintenance, for review by the Chief Financial Officer and as well as other senior leadership at the University.
• Provide oversight of budget and finances as they relate to campus services and facilities operations, via continuous and comprehensive analysis as well as the review of specific program and budget objectives.
• Establish policies, procedures, and lines of authority for campus services work.
• Ensure that the University complies with all facility-related environmental, safety, and energy mandates and uses best practices in every aspect of facilities maintenance and operation.
• Facilitate the preparation of reports related to facilities management and the overall performance of university facilities, including energy conservation measures and environmental compliance.
• Assist the CFO with facility master planning.
• Oversees management of contractors (bids, contracts, scheduling, assessment) - including janitorial, snow removal, construction, HVAC
• Administers, plans, and directs service contracts such as landscaping, grounds maintenance, custodial, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, pest control, fire, life safety, elevators, work order management system and snow removal operations.
• Collaborate with various campus departments, faculty and staff on construction/renovation projects and proposals
• Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, or Public Administration and / or ten (10) years of related experience in facilities and real estate management.
• Demonstrated knowledge/experience in the operation & maintenance of HVAC equipment and control systems.
• Familiarity with computerized HVAC and building energy systems.
• Experience and skill in managing educational facilities and the staff responsible for their care and upkeep.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety requirements, Life Safety, and NFPA regulations.
• Experience with budget management.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively plan and organize all projects.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to internal and external customers and organizations to maintain productive working relationships.
• Read and understand specification blueprints and drawings.
• Handle pressure; elicit cooperation; defuse tension.
• Self-motivated, developing and initiating strategies, independently managing the full life cycle of a project.
• Effective time management and logical decision-making ability.
• Requires travel throughout the college complex and local community.
• Valid driver's license.

Knowledge Of:

• Safety standards
• Engineering disciplines including architectural, mechanical, and electrical
• Master planning
• Building codes, ordinances and permits
• Contract negations, including legal and regulation compliance

Greenville University's Mission:

Greenville University is liberal arts University that empowers students for lives of character and service through a transforming Christ-centered education. Our hiring practices reflect our commitment to be a Christ-centered institution.

GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY: The university is located 50 miles east of St. Louis in an attractive residential community of approximately 7,000 people. Greenville was founded in 1892 and is affiliated with the Free Methodist Church yet draws students from 40+ denominations. For additional information, please visit our website: www.greenville.edu.

Greenville University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal laws. In keeping with the mission of the institution, Greenville University seeks applicants with a strong commitment to the values and lifestyle of evangelical Christianity and who profess a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. As a Christian institution, we require faculty and staff to adhere to the University's Lifestyle statement and to enforce a religiously based code of conduct for all University employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Greenville University, as an educational institution affiliated with the Free Methodist Church USA, reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, Sections 702-703, United States Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended).