SR DIRECTOR, DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION - UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA - TAMPA, FL

Position Title: Sr Director, Design & Construction 

 

SSC Services for Education is known for our expertise, commitment, and value; and we at SSC truly believe that our people are our greatest asset. By utilizing our associates’ knowledge and experience alongside SSC’s extensive training, providing supportive management, and offering unparalleled wage and benefit packages as well as career advancement opportunities, we have developed a workforce that differentiates us from our competitors. 

SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider.  As a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way.  As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. The opportunity for greatness is real at SSC and throughout the Compass world. 

 

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in MyOpportunity to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email then you can check the status under Careers in MyOpportunity by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email MyReferral@compass-usa.com. Click here to view the step-by-step instructions to refer a friend to this position. 

Job Summary

The Sr Director, Design & Construction at The University of South Florida will drive the Project Management Strategy for SSC. The Sr Director, Design & Construction will manage Project Managers within the construction department, providing exception team and client services at all levels. The person in this role will drive project deliverables while maintaining client, vendor and departmental realationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Directs project communication procedure between upper management and the field.

• Supervises budgets, and oversees all projects interdependencies & efficiencies, and is responsible for meeting project objectives and client project expectations

• Initiates and maintains Interface between the project deliverables, vendor partners, operations team, and client representatives.
• Coordinates with Project GC & PM on all project schedules and coordination
• Contributes to strategies in D&C that contribute to Like for Like growth, new business opportunities, and business retention efforts.
• Communicates regularly with SSC management and client contacts, and all other management members on project priorities, project pipelines, and project status.
• Cultivate strong partnerships with sector stakeholders, clients, and cross-functional teams to drive innovation in design and construction.
• Forge strategic alliances with external partners, to streamline purchasing, vendor selection, and bidding processes.
• Provide thought leadership on Sustainable Design and Construction practices.
• Defines contractual obligations and oversee project budgets and schedules to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic and financial objectives.

 

Qualifications / Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Design, Project Management, or related field
• 7+ years proven history of success in construction/project management, preferably within the higher education space
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Smartsheet, Outlook, and related Project Management Software
• Strong background in facilities operations, with a deep understanding of Design & Build Development
• Proven ability to follow procedure, manage coordination and flexibility to adjust and change on the spot within guidelines and project parameters
• Highly developed sense of ownership, responsibility, and can do attitude
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a project environment
• Working Knowledge of Architectural & Engineering Process
• Working knowledge of Custom Millwork Fabrication and development
• REVIT or AutoCAD knowledge is a plus
• Solid understanding of LEED and WELL practices is a plus
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Commitment to quality and innovation