Compensation: $59,309.68 - $71,912.99

Department: Facilities Planning and Institutional Services

JOB SUMMARY

Supports the Facilities Planning and Institutional Services Team to oversee new and renovation design and construction projects by providing leadership to project management personnel. The team, guided by this role, is responsible for project scoping, budget development and management, and schedule adherence to ensure the successful execution of both capital and non-capital design and construction projects. Implements procedures, policies, data files, and processes to ensure regulatory compliance and state-of-the-art construction management program. Engages in extensive collaboration across the institution, emphasizing a customer service-oriented approach to deliver projects that align with the goals of St. Petersburg College (SPC) and support the mission attainment of SPC faculty and staff.

• Plan, organize, and oversee construction projects from inception to completion.
• Develop project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans using tools such as MS Project.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met.
• Ensure project compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local laws, including Florida State Requirements for Educational Facilities (SREF).
• Negotiate contracts with vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers to obtain the best terms and pricing.
• Monitor contract performance and enforce terms and conditions to ensure project success.
• Resolve disputes and issues that may arise during the course of the project.
• Establish and maintain comprehensive records of project activities, including financial transactions, permits, and regulatory compliance documents.
• Communicate effectively with team members, subcontractors, suppliers, clients, and other stakeholders to convey project requirements and expectations.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field. Preferred Master's degree in related field from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Ten (10) years of related experience in design and/or construction. Preferred five (5) years of experience in public higher education construction.
• Experience conducting bids or formal solicitations, preferably public bids for a Government entity or similar organization.

Knowledge and understanding of:

• Project management techniques;
• Facilities maintenance practices;
• Applicable tools, equipment, and materials;
• Safety procedures;
• Contract management and negotiation techniques;
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances; preference to knowledge of Florida State Requirements for Educational Facilities (SREF)
• Data and recordkeeping principles;
• Computers and related software applications (specifically the ability to use CAD or REVIT and MS Project)

Ability to:

• Analyze complex construction plans, drawings, and specifications to identify potential issues and propose effective solutions.
• Adapt quickly to changing project requirements and priorities while maintaining attention to detail and quality standards.
• Lead and motivate diverse teams to achieve project goals within established timelines and budget constraints.
• Ability to work both independently and as a part of a team in a high pace environment.
• Organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.

Skills in:

• Coordinating and overseeing projects;
• Reading and comprehending drawings, designs, improvement plans, and specifications;
• Develop procedures, policies, data files, record keeping, etc to ensure regulatory compliance
• Preparing and maintaining records;
• Performing mathematical calculations;
• Applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations;
• Maintaining operational data and records;
• Using a computer and related software applications;
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with subordinates, coworkers, supervisor, contractors, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.

• None

(X = Required to perform essential job functions)

Work performed is primarily:

This position requires regular and reliable attendance within an in-person setting dependent on the project assignment.

Work is performed in a safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described herein. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in a job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in a job description.

St. Petersburg College has the right to revise a classification or job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.