Title: Manager, Maintenance Reserve

Application Review Date: 04/03/2026

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Work Authorization: Radford University employs individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants requiring new H-1B visa sponsorship will not be considered.

Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Capital Planning & Construction, the Maintenance Reserve Manager is primarily responsible for tracking, planning, and implementing Radford University’s maintenance reserve (MR) program. The position will manage multiple simultaneous MR construction projects across all Radford University campuses.

Required Qualifications

•Education, training, and experience in a field related to construction
•Experience with the design & construction of complex building and infrastructure projects across diverse building construction methods
•Experience with budgeting, estimating, and financial forecasting
•Experience with construction scheduling, logistics, safety, and QA/QC
•Experience with design/construction documents and building codes
•Experience with contractual expectations and responsibilities
•Skilled in clear, timely, and helpful communication
•Demonstrated conflict resolution and team-building skills
•Excellent time management and prioritization skills
•Ability to maintain professional relationships with associates, subordinates, contractors, designers, and the university community

Preferred Qualifications:

•Experience on "state-owned" projects with knowledge of higher education facilities requirements, especially in Virginia
•Experience with the processes and policies of the Commonwealth of Virginia Construction and Professional Services Manual (CPSM)
•Depth of knowledge in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression systems
•Understanding of Erosion and Sediment Control measures and installation practices, with basic emphasis on compliance inspections, reporting, and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPP) monitoring
•Experience developing and utilizing databases
•Knowledge of scheduling software, Bluebeam, Project Management Information System platforms (Procore, BIM 360, etc.), and Microsoft Office

Employment Conditions: Valid driver's license.

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: Classified Staff

Normal Work Schedule: M-F 8:00 -5:00, evenings & weekends as required.

Employee Classification: Architect/Engineer I

Department: Planning & Construction

Salary: $83,221 - $103,700 (Depending on experience)

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.