About the position
Senior Director of Capital Improvements/Deputy Chief Facility Officer (DCFO) is responsible for the overall leadership, direction and coordination of project management professional staff members who provide planning, design, engineering and construction services to the campus through effective and efficient project management of new construction and modernization projects. The incumbent reports to the Chief Facilities Officer and acts as the primary point of contact for all campus, construction, modernization and facility design and engineering activities. As Deputy Chief Facility Officer, the incumbent provides second level supervision as directed/needed for approximately 75+ full-time who execute a $45M+ facilities capital/operations/maintenance budget.
Responsibilities
- Lead all architectural and engineering design services
- Oversee and coordinate implementation of sustainable concepts in project design and construction
- Direct project cost estimating and scheduling
- Manage capital program master planning, budget development and financial control
- Assist all campus space planning and management
- Manage contract administration (with Purchasing Services)
- Lead all construction project management
- Direct construction inspection, quality control and safety
- Manage and coordinate IT support for various facilities systems including space management and project management
- Oversee campus planning functions related to city planning, long range development plan, site planning, program development, concept studies and coordination with Advancement on donor funded projects
- Promote teamwork among members of the staff and with other areas of the Facilities Group
- Focus on project total cost of ownership in project design and construction and foster a positive working relationship with shop personnel
- Serve as a principal advisor to Oberlin Senior Leadership on matters of campus planning, design, development, space planning, construction management and related capital program performance
Requirements
- 10+ years of demonstrated progressive experience in the management of facilities programs
- 6+ years of demonstrated progressive experience in the leadership and management of staff and the allocation of resources in a complex organization
- Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, business, planning, or other construction-related field of study
- Exceptional work ethic and self-directed, with a proactive and engaging approach to working with others
- Exceptional skills in oral and written communication, active listening, conflict resolution, and the ability to deal with difficult and sensitive situations in a positive manner
- Ability to interact with engineers and architects (at a technical level) regarding campus infrastructure, as well as design and construction of the various building types
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Nice-to-haves
- Master's degree in architecture, engineering, business, planning, or other construction-related fields of study
- Registration as a Licensed Architect or Professional Engineer (any state)
- Proven track record of leading multiple, critical high-profile projects
- Experience in campus, city or urban planning
- Certification as a Project Management Professional, DBIA Certification, Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or Certified Construction Manager or the ability to achieve
Benefits
- Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience
- Excellent benefits package
