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Job title: Director, Planning, Design & Construction (Administrator II)

Company: California State University, Fullerton

Job description: 529348 – Director, Planning, Design & Construction (Administrator II)

Classificaiton: Administrator II

Department: Design and Construction

Sub-Division: Associate Vice President Facilities Management

Salary Range: Classification Range $4,583 – $14,713 per month(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $11,000 – $14,167 per month)

Appointment Type: At Will

Time Base: Full Time

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Schedule will vary according to department needs; occasional early morning, evening, and weekend hours.

About CSUF:

Standing on 241 acres at the heart of Southern California, the university was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 39,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At California State University, Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty and administrators through orientations, training programs and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, Fullerton Arboretum, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

Job Summary:

It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from a variety of career disciplines that share in the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.

About the Position:

Capital Programs and Facilities Management (CPFM) is committed to planning, developing, and maintaining a safe, sustainable, and high-quality learning and working environment for the campus community. Facilities Management provides oversight of university resources and assets and is responsible for the development of the University’s facilities including land use planning, capital improvement, project development, construction, as well as facilities operations and maintenance including custodial services, landscape services, building trade services, mechanical and electrical, and recycling services. We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our Design and Construction team as the Director, Planning, Design & Construction (Administrator II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

The Director of Planning, Design and Construction reports directly to the Associate Vice President (AVP) for Capital Programs and Facilities Management (CPFM) and is a key member of the CPFM senior leadership team. The director has expertise in all aspects of planning, design, and construction functions. Through strong and resourceful leadership, the director delivers successful projects that serve a diverse campus community and enhance the University.

The director is a strategic thinker, inclusive leader, and supports the mission, goals, and strategic plan of the division and university. Demonstrates integrity, complex problem solving, and has expertise in planning, design, and construction management practices and methods. Provides direction, management, and effective leadership to a team of diverse Planning, Design and Construction employees and promotes an inclusive environment of teamwork and supports efforts to ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion are incorporated in department operations, programs, and services.

Oversees, leads, and manages all construction on campus, including the planning and design phases of construction. Plans, organizes, administers, reviews, and evaluates department functions and programs. Manages and monitors all physical changes to the buildings and grounds of the university and supports inclusive campus planning efforts and participates and initiates campus level master plans, feasibility/conceptual design studies including facilities programming for new construction and renovation projects.

Additionally, operates independently while consulting with the AVP CPFM, CPFM managers and staff, and other stakeholders as needed. Interprets, administers, and enforces university, CSU, and state rules and regulations relating to public works projects and building planning, design and construction. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:

A baccalaureate degree from a four-year college required with emphasis in architecture, engineering, or construction management, or equivalent combination of experience and education. Management experience leading and managing planning, design, and construction management staff in Public Works projects over a period of not less than 5 years in a college/university or other comparable environment of similar size and complexity. Professional experience in architecture and/or construction management required. Must have a strong sense of responsibility and urgency to complete projects in a timely manner. Must demonstrate strong organizational and analytical skills to evaluate problems and develop appropriate solutions. Skill in working collaboratively with a wide range of people within the organization. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others. Strong interpersonal skills to work positively to create and maintain a collaborative working environment. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Successful experience making presentations to varied groups. Must have excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities to coordinate and manage multiple assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines. Proficiency with the types of software used by this position, including Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, with the ability to learn and understand new software programs sufficiently to perform duties.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

Possession of a California registration as an engineer or architect, or certification as a construction manager. Comprehensive knowledge of construction methods, practices, and procedures. Thorough knowledge of project management. Ability to analyze construction claims and negotiate settlements. Demonstrated knowledge of applicable CSU policies and procedures governing major and minor capital projects, accounting, contracts, grants, purchasing, and space. Experience in arbitration and mediation for claims resolution.

Special Working Conditions:

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Sometimes works on construction sites, walking and observing in varying weather conditions and on uneven surfaces. Will be exposed to occasional dusty and dirty construction environments. Will be exposed to occasional noisy environments. May have rare contact with hazardous building materials. Will be assigned a master key. Live Scan is required for this position. Walking on uneven ground.

Additional Information:

California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

As of January 1, 2022, the https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/ prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

The scope of responsibilities for this position includes the making or participating in the making of decisions that may have a material financial benefit on the incumbent. Therefore, you will be required to file an initial “Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interests” within thirty (30) days from date of hire and on an annual basis; and complete the CSU sponsored ethics on-line training within thirty (30) days of appointment, and at least once during each consecutive period of two calendar years following the appointment.

The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting act and is required to comply with the requirement set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant or a Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who submits an application for a position may be required to successfully complete job related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.

California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).

Expected salary: $4583 – 14713 per month

Location: Fullerton, CA

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