Chancellor's Office Statement

Join our team at the California State University, Office of the Chancellor, and make a difference in providing access to higher education. We are currently seeking experienced candidates for the position of Chief of Construction Services. The CSU Chancellor's Office, located on the waterfront adjacent to the Aquarium of the Pacific in downtown Long Beach, is the headquarters for the nation's largest and most diverse system of higher education. The CSU Chancellor's Office offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, and dental plans; a fee waiver education program; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS); and 15 paid holidays a year.

Salary

The anticipated salary hiring range is up to $205,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Work Arrangements

Flexibility to telecommute two days a week, with three days on-site at the main headquarters in Long Beach, California.

Premium Benefits

Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Generous vacation plan

15 paid holidays a year

Tuition waiver education program (also applies to eligible family members)

Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

More details here: Comprehensive Benefits Package

Classification

Administrator III

Position Information

The California State University, Office of the Chancellor, is seeking a Chief of Construction Services to administer Board of Trustees' policy and procedures as related to the construction management of capital outlay and facilities maintenance projects. Construction Services include systemwide Construction Management, Construction Insurance, and Contractor Prequalification. The Chief supervises the staff of Construction Services in directly administering construction at the Chancellor's Office and the construction management of all campuses of the California State University system.

Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Assistant Vice Chancellor, Capital Planning, the Chief of Construction Services will:

-Serve on Assistant Vice Chancellor's senior management team to provide all construction management related services.

-Provide oversight of the construction management of major and minor capital outlay construction contracts at campuses as assigned.

-Visit campuses to review status of construction projects, monitor progress and issues.

-Provide oversight of the CSU labor compliance program, including policy, procedure, and use of internal and outside legal counsel consultants.

-Provide oversight of the systemwide prequalification of prospective bidders.

-Provide oversight of the CSU Builders Risk and Owner Controlled Insurance programs. Track costs, provide back-up for project billing, manage program and deliver training.

-Manage Certification Review Board process, draft recommendations for the AVC/EVC for campus project management and delegation of authority. Sit as a member of the Certification Review Board.

-Act as a CSU Hearing Officer for subcontractor substitution process.

-Review and provide input on campus capital outlay delegation of authority management plans.

-Provide oversight of the annual updating of all CSU contract general conditions including incorporation of recent statutes, court decisions, identification of model practices and updates of CSU insurance provisional and other process improvements for construction (includes procurement) fire and panic safety and inspection.

-Provide oversight of the updating of all documents and procedures for all CM services.

-Review proposed construction delivery method updates and contract documents based on campus input and administration to streamline effort.

-Provide oversight of the development and conduct Construction Services training sessions, including CPDC/101 and the Facilities Management Conference.

-Provide oversight of the review and analyze construction impacts, construction claims, claims and developing strategy for claim resolution.

-Provide oversight of the review of pending legislation and propose legislation related to public works construction and facilities management effecting public works and facilities maintenance construction.

-Supervise staff of Construction Services unit, conduct staff meetings.

-Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

This position requires:

-Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or a closely related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

-10+ years of well-rounded professional experience; a comprehensive knowledge of construction methods, practices, and procedures; thorough knowledge of project management.

-Expertise in claims resolution.

-Relevant experience in public works contracting; vertical construction. Experience relevant to Higher Education, but not necessarily in Higher Education.

-Ability to assist campuses in a collegial manner to meet systemwide goals for construction management and fire safety program.

-Excellent communication skills, verbal and written; ability to edit and proof staff work.

-Excellent skills in developing and maintaining effective and collegial working relationships.

-Demonstrate leadership and supervisory skills in a professional setting.

-Experience in hiring, retaining, leading and managing technical and administrative staff.

-Current computer knowledge and skills with Microsoft Office Suite.

-Demonstrate detail-focused and accurate work.

-Excellent time-management skills.

-Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

-Experience with Job Order Construction and construction management project software.

-Possession of California registration as an engineer or architect, or certification as a construction manager preferred.

Application Period

Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by July 28, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed.

How To Apply

Please click "Apply Now" to complete the California State University, Chancellor's Office online employment application.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the CSU provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager at (562) 951-4070.

Title IX

Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix

E-Verify

This position requires new hire employment verification to be processed through the E-Verify program administered by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHSUSCIS)' in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA).

If hired, you will be required to furnish proof that you are legally authorized to work in the United States. The CSU Chancellor’s Office is not a sponsoring agency for staff and Management positions (i.e., H1-B VISAS).

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all Chancellor’s Office employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.

Mandated Reporter Per CANRA

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Conflict of Interest

The duties of this position will include participation in decisions that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, the selected candidate will be required to file Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest when they first occupy the position, and on an annual basis, complete ethics training within 6 months of appointment, and attend this training every other year thereafter.

CSU Out of State Employment Policy

California State University, Office of the Chancellor, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Background

The Chancellor's Office policy requires that the selected candidate successfully complete a full background check (including a criminal records check) prior to assuming this position.

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