Associate Director Construction Services

Construction Services

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Job Summary

Plan, schedule, and manage the operations of Facilities & Services' Construction Services department. Supervises direct reports and performs other functions in support of the Construction Services department. Oversees small construction projects across campus which are coordinated by Construction Services staff and departmental staff using a combination of F&S Crafts & Trades staff and Contractor Services and Job Order Contracting (JOC) external contractors.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Acts as Construction Services liaison to campus units.
• Establishes and maintains appropriate resource levels, operational efficiency, and quality of services. Establishes a budget execution plan and controls costs for the Construction Services department.
• Monitors project backlogs and metrics (budget and schedule) on active projects for assigned staff. Daily review, prioritization, and delegation of projects and project delivery methods, including regularly participating in Work Induction Board.
• Coordinate with campus regarding new delivery methods, University utilization goal reporting, and competitive quoting process.
• Manages and enforces applicable University processes and regulations for both F&S and departmental coordinated Work delivered through the Contractor Services portal. Performs risk assessments of proposed Work to determine resources needed to successfully complete the work, including but not limited to staff from: Construction Services, Procurement/Receiving, Design Services, Commissioning & Inspection, etc
• Performs supervisory duties for direct reports, including assigning and reviewing project work, time-reporting review, leave approval, evaluations, discipline, support staffing needs (such as: training, equipment, vehicles, office supplies, safety training, etc.), and other duties as needed and as assigned.
• Develop and establish construction means and methods that seek to improve operational efficiency and project success.
• Assist with preparation and implementation of Facilities & Services policies and procedures related to project construction.
• Continual personal, professional and organizational development through resources such as: APPA, MAPPA, CITES Training Services, Center for Training and Professional Development, etc...
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field, or 10 years work experience in the construction industry if a bachelor’s degree is in an unrelated field.
2. A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible management experience with construction projects is required.

Preferred Qualifications

1. A minimum of five years’ experience supervising skilled and semi-skilled crafts workers is preferred.
2. Extensive knowledge of current software and procedures related to project management, including scheduling, estimating tools, AiM, and Contractor Services Request Portal.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. The ability to supervise the work of a construction unit is a must as is sound analytical and planning skills while possessing strong communication skills with the ability to deal diplomatically with clients at all levels.
2. Extensive knowledge of maintenance, repair, as well as remodeling/construction techniques and procedures.
3. Extensive knowledge of standard construction practices and craft jurisdictional guidelines.
4. Working knowledge of applicable building codes, University Facilities Standards, and University procedures and guidelines.
5. Working knowledge of institutional purchasing and accounting procedures.
6. Strong skill in supervising, organizing, and coordinating the work of others.
7. Knowledge with and skill in monitoring use of construction products, materials, tools, and procedures and building craft jurisdiction.
8. Working knowledge of design in architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical engineering and the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
9. Ability to express information on any phase of project work in written or oral form which can be readily understood by technical and non-technical personnel.
10. Strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
11. Knowledge of all phases of building construction, including work commonly done by the various building crafts and external contractors.
13. Knowledge of material and wage costs.
14. Thorough knowledge of all applicable policies and procedures within Contractor Services, Purchasing, Procurement, Human Resources, Facilities and Services, University Policy and Rules and Civil Service Statute and Rules.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 01/05/2025. The budgeted salary range for the position is $130,000 - $145,000.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on 01/05/2025. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Ken McCray at klmccray@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1033726
Job Category: Professional and Administrative
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