Title: Assistant Director, Capital Planning & Construction

Work Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

Reporting to the Director, Facilities Planning and Construction, the Assistant Director, Capital Planning & Construction is primarily responsible for administering Radford University's capital outlay projects, which include facility design and construction, from project inception to completion. The Assistant Director initiates the selection of A/E consultants, assists in the establishment of project design criteria and parameters, assists in the negotiation of A/E fees, evaluates payment requests by A/E consultants and contractors, and formulation of contracts and provides technical consultation on designs being developed by staff or consultants. The Assistant Director supervises project managers and inspectors, and accepts overall responsibility for work on capital outlay projects.

Required Qualifications

Considerable experience managing capital construction projects. Experience with administering phases of large budget projects, management and contract law. Experience providing designs and specifications for a variety of projects. Experience coordinating and managing projects with minimal supervision. Proficient knowledge of building codes and regulations. Experience supervising project managers, outside consultants and professional staff.

An advanced degree in a related field or a bachelor’s degree in a related field and demonstrated experience or equivalent training, education, licensure/certification, or experience.

Must have a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

AutoCAD software knowledge. Experience working in higher education. VCCO certification. Experience with CPSM.

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Hours Per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Administrative & Professional Faculty

Normal Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8am to 5pm. Evenings or weekends as required.

Employee Classification: Professional - Lecturer

Department: Planning & Construction

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Department Contact Name: Paul Ely

Department Contact Phone: 540-831-7817

Department Contact Email: ptely@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.