UNIV - Director of Construction & Design - Facilities Management

Job Description Summary

Under limited supervision, directs and manages the operation of the University Planning, Design, and Construction program, in-house construction, space management, and sign shop departments. This includes oversight and records management of all project files and related activities, timely review and payment of project related invoices, and assurance of assigned staff competencies. Coordinates the efforts of commercial professional services design, construction and engineering firms and supervises the planning and design of in-house design and construction work. Responsible for the development and preparation of Board and State required notifications and documentation throughout the project lifecycle, prepares and oversees contract administration and works closely with the Office of the State Engineer (OSE), Commission on Higher Education (CHE), South Carolina Executive Budget Office (EBO), Department of Public Health Facilities Construction (DPHFC), various authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ’s) and local planning, zoning, and historical groups as appropriate. Assures design and construction work is compliant with applicable codes. Represents MUSC Engineering Division at hearings, mediations and court regarding construction and design work. Performs related duties as required.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Unclassified

Cost Center

CC001167 Engineering

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Job Summary:

Under limited supervision, directs and manages the operation of the University Planning, Design, and Construction program, in-house construction, space management, and sign shop departments. This includes oversight and records management of all project files and related activities, timely review and payment of project related invoices, and assurance of assigned staff competencies.  Coordinates the efforts of commercial professional services design, construction and engineering firms and supervises the planning and design of in-house design and construction work. Responsible for the development and preparation of Board and State required notifications and documentation throughout the project lifecycle, prepares and oversees contract administration and works closely with the Office of the State Engineer (OSE), Commission on Higher Education (CHE), South Carolina Executive Budget Office (EBO), Department of Public Health Facilities Construction (DPHFC), various authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ’s) and local planning, zoning, and historical groups as appropriate. Assures design and construction work is compliant with applicable codes. Represents MUSC Engineering Division at hearings, mediations and court regarding construction and design work. Performs related duties as required. 

Job Responsibilities:

15% - Supervises the operation of the University engineering, drafting, contract administration and construction inspection groups. Participates in and coordinates planning, design, and preparation of construction contract plans and specifications for both major capital improvement work and smaller in-house work. Monitors project budgets, AE fees, and construction costs. Directs the placement of construction and AE ads in South Carolina Business Opportunities (SCBO). Directs and participates in pre-bid, pre-construction, and construction meetings. Monitors project budgets, AE fees, and construction costs. Reviews and approves or disapproves contractor change orders and AE amendments. Coordinates construction and AE documentation with the State Engineers Office, the Commission of Higher Education, and SCDPHFC.  

 

15% - Ensures University design work is compliant with applicable building and safety codes and in compliance with State Engineer, Division of Procurement Services,