Location : Main Campus - Homewood, AL Job Type: Staff Full Time Job Number: FY2400120 Division: FBAS for Staff Department: STA-Capital Planning & Improvement Opening Date: 11/15/2023 FLSA: Exempt Welcome to Samford University's application process powered by NeoEd! You can submit an online application by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the Apply link! After viewing the Posting, click the 'Apply' tab. If this is the first time you are applying using our new online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can upload a saved document on your computer containing your information, or manually enter your personal information. This application will be saved and used to apply for future job openings. Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to job qualification information. Demographic information is maintained only for statistical reporting and is not associated with individual applications. It is important that you review any prepopulated information as applications must show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Incomplete applications may not be accepted. Description Assists in the management of the Operations and Planning Department including capital projects, space planning and interior design of facilities. Responsible for the planning, scheduling, coordination, accounting and construction management of construction projects and interior renovations. Assists Assistant Vice President and Director of Facilities Operations (AVP/DFO) with all responsibilities on projects. Assists with managing space utilization on campus, guiding departmental representatives through program requirements, including program data sheets, space layout, identifying options for furniture and equipment selections, coordinating purchases and facilitating the scheduling and delivery details through relocation. Assists with ADA oversight by reviewing drawings and specifications for ADA compliance and performing ongoing assessment of ADA compliance. Position is also responsible for the planning, management and coordination of existing interior space utilization. This includes managing inventories of existing campus locations and processing requests related to space usage as well as involvement in the interior design development of new projects. Job Duties
- Develop and maintain Facilities Project Management guidelines to ensure consistent application of Design Guidelines throughout University projects.
- Provide Project Management services to guide departmental representatives through the process of space development for interior renovation and construction projects, documenting all aspects of space programming, design, code analysis, furniture and equipment layout, finish color and material selections and acquisition of furniture and equipment.
- Coordinate with stakeholders to address technology, accommodation, requirements and preferences, environmental health and safety, alarm systems and business processes in the appropriate phase of project development.
- Function as liaison between University faculty and staff, architects, interior designers and construction firms as appropriate.
- Assist AVP/DFO in managing large-scale renovation and construction projects, attending to the documentation of details and managing project budgets.
- Assists with ADA oversight by reviewing drawings and specifications for ADA compliance and performing ongoing assessment of ADA compliance.
- Prepare necessary documents directly and oversees the preparation of the same by other staff and student employees to include project cost estimating, scheduling, installation inspection, contract administration and project status reports.
- Review construction documents prepared by others.
- Develop and maintain a computer based record system for building and campus infrastructure systems. Updates and maintains existing building drawings and space utilization inventory.
- Prepares various reports and studies to support campus master planning, design guidelines, environmental studies, interior design guidelines, space studies and inventories, etc.
- Responsible for implementing campus signage plan, managing new requests and installation of signage.
- Manages and preserves campus inventory of furniture and equipment in order to support ongoing needs.
- Participates in University efforts to support sustainability in construction, renovation, maintenance and interior design projects; may serve on institutional committees focused on these efforts.
- Prepares or oversees the preparation of various graphs, charts, schedules, color boards, sketches and art work.
- Contact outside vendors to obtain price quotations, determine status on orders, and follow up on problem areas.
- Coordinate with appropriate accounting staff on payment of invoices, resolving discrepancies and billing follow-up.
- Responsible for obtaining specifications necessary to accomplish specific projects related to goods and services to meet user needs.
- Performs other work as assigned by AVP/DFO.
Qualifications
- Technical knowledge and skills to develop program requirements for interior design, renovation and construction projects.
- Broad understanding of all related Architecture/Engineering disciplines to include contract and project administration as well as the knowledge and ability to examine building plans for ADA compliance.
- The ability to organize, prioritize and perform under pressure in both public and internal department capacity.
- Must be highly collaborative and capable of coordination with multiple constituencies while meeting the goals of the department serviced as well as Operations and Planning.
- Must display independent interpretation and decision making.
- Must be able to communicate effectively through face to face, telephone and written communications with all levels of the University community and a wide spectrum of outside agencies, professionals and vendors. These communications will range from a simple exchange of information, to requests for assistance or service, to more complicated inquiries related to proposed work or work in progress.
Education and Experience: Minimum: •Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture or Construction Management or an equivalent combination of education and experience. •Five years' experience in a similar position •Experience in AutoCAD and Adobe Illustrator •Proficient computers skills in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project). Preferred Qualifications •LEED Certification •Other experience in supporting software utilizing GIS •Experience in higher education We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more details, visit our 01 Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture or Construction Management or an equivalent combination of education and experience?
02 Do you have five years' experience in a similar position?
03 Do you have experience in AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator and Proficient computers skills in Microsoft Office?
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