Director of Design and Construction
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Position Information
UNC Asheville Overview
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.
UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed.
Position Type
EHRA Staff
Title
Director of Design and Construction
Position Number
006528
Recruitment Range
$95,000-$115,000
Work Schedule and Hours
Typical office hours are Monday-Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Evening and weekend work may be required at times to meet the needs of the department and the institution.
Full-Time / Part-Time
Full-Time
Months per Year
12 Months
Position Summary
The Director of Design and Construct is responsible for conducting facilities planning and directing capital construction activities at the university. The position leads and manages a multidisciplinary design and construction team.
This position is responsible for: (1) work with campus leadership as it relates to planning for new construction, renovations; (2) the development of proposals detailing new construction plans; (3) the modification or improvement of existing facilities; (4) the coordination of selection of designers and consultants to perform designs for construction, renovation, and repair projects; and (5) for serving as liaison and overseer of construction contractors to ensure adherence to design and construction requirements. Further, the incumbent will coordinate these projects with university units, the UNC System Office, the State Construction Office, the N.C. Department of Insurance, local and state approval agencies, and other offices.
The individual will be one of two Capital Project Coordinators. The incumbent will also be responsible for project cost estimating and budget control.
FLSA
Exempt
Required Education/Experience/Skills
- Licensed to practice architecture by the North Carolina Board of Architecture or be licensed in another state and be eligible for NCARB reciprocity in order to obtain a North Carolina license within 6 months of employmentOR Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of North Carolina or licensed out of State and able to obtain North Carolina Professional Engineer within 6 months of employment.
- Accredited post baccalaureate degree or an accredited degree in Architecture or Engineering and a minimum of 3-5 years of directly related experience in Institutional and agency design.
- At least 3-5 years of leadership experience in a facility management and/or construction project management role.
- Knowledge of facility management and/or auxiliary services principles and practices.
- Knowledge of RFP and bidding process and contractual terms and conditions.
- Knowledge and understanding of university facilities operations.
- Advanced knowledge of the principles, practices, and theories of architecture and design, considerable knowledge of materials, construction techniques, codes and standards, soils, project management, and the laws and ordinances pertaining to the design, construction and renovation of buildings and other facilities is required.
- Ability to generate designs and to review the designs of outside consultants, and the ability to read and interpret all associated plans, codes, and specifications is basic to this position. The individual must also have the ability to conceptually conceive design solutions, to estimate costs, schedule and manage projects, and to technically direct subordinates who are doing so, and to review and evaluate their work.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and to establish and maintain effective working relationships is fundamental to this position. Must be able to work as part of a team.
Preferred Education/Experience/Skills
- Able to demonstrate practical experience of 3-5 years of the practice of architecture or engineering and 10-12 years of practical experience in the construction/design business.
- Three to five years of supervisory experience.
- Three to five years of experience working in Design & Construction in a project manager position, or higher, prior experience at an institution within the UNC System is ideal.
- Three to five years of experience working with the North Carolina State Construction Office as the authority having jurisdiction in a project management role and will have experience in working in Interscope.
- Graduate of the APPA Institute and possession of a CEFP certification is preferred.
- The preferred candidate shall possess a LEED AP certification.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Interscope, Microsoft Office Suite, Sketchup
Posting Detail Information
Special Instructions to the Applicant
Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.
Posting Number
E0517
Posting date
06/24/2025
Closing date
08/15/2025
Open Until Filled
No
- Location:
- Asheville
- Job Type:
- PartTime
