Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD)
Director of Facilities Project Execution
$214,019.52- $264,455.04/annually
Apply at www.lausdjobs.org
LA Unified School District is seeking a Director of Facilities Project Execution
The Project Execution Branch of the Facilities Services Division is responsible for the construction of new schools and repair and modernization of existing schools as part of a multi-year bond funded capital improvement program. The branch is dedicated to ensuring that existing campuses are modernized and repaired in support of the education and safety of our students and staff utilizing cost efficient and sustainable materials.
The Director of Facilities Project Execution will manage the Facilities Services Division’s Central Execution Branch in planning, budgeting, scheduling, funding applications, project cost controls, project reporting, and interdepartmental and interagency coordination of all new construction and existing modernization activities.
The ideal candidate:
The ideal candidate for the position of Director of Facilities Project Execution should have extensive knowledge of the Principles of organization, management, and supervision; Engineering theory and practices as related to the construction of major building structures; Project or program planning and design process and management; Alternative project delivery methods; and District standards and legal provisions governing school building construction.
Furthermore, the ideal candidate will have the ability to plan, coordinate, and provide leadership in complex activities related to new construction and existing facilities construction; maintain good relations with a variety of individuals and groups; make objective decisions; read architectural plans; and estimate material and labor costs related to project budgets and construction methods. The ideal candidate will have capabilities as a leader as well as a manager, and will be comfortable in a team-oriented working environment with an open and accessible management style.
Minimum Requirements:
Education: Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree, preferably in architecture, engineering, planning, facilities management, or construction management. Courses in business administration, public administration, construction contract law, public relations, accounting, school finance, personnel management, and communications are preferable. A graduate degree in any subject is preferred.
Experience: Ten years of management experience with responsibility for commercial, public, or educational facilities construction programs or projects in construction value of $500 million and above. The following work experience is preferable: Experience with Design Build and/or Progressive Design Build Delivery Methods Experience with public agency construction and Public Contracting Code Experience with DSA construction/design processes. Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM)
Special:
Any of the following is preferable:
- A valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer by the California State Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
- A valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI)
- A valid Certification of Project Management Professionals (PMPs) or Program Management Professionals (PMPs) by the Project Management Institute
- A valid Certificate of Registration as a licensed architect by the California Architects Board
AND
- A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the state of California and the use of a motor vehicle.
SPECIAL NOTES: An employee in this class may be subject to the reporting requirements of the District’s Conflict of Interest Code.
Benefits:
Insurance: District paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents; and life insurance plans.
Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).
Vacation: 24 days each year.
Paid Holidays: up to 13 days.
Application Process:
To be officially considered for this opportunity, please apply on our website www.lausdjobs.org
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