Assistant Director, Capital Planning & Construction
Job no: 55000018
Position type: Administrative & Professional Faculty
Location: Radford
Division/Equivalent: Finance & Administration
School/Unit: Finance & Administration-E&G
Department/Office: Facilities Management
Categories: Architecture / Construction / Planning, Facilities / Skilled Trades
Title: Assistant Director, Capital Planning & Construction
Application Review Date: 05/12/2025
Work Location: Radford City - Main Campus
Job Description Reporting to the Director, Facilities Planning and Construction, the Assistant Director, Capital Planning & Construction is primarily responsible for administering Radford University's capital outlay projects, which include facility design and construction, from project inception to completion. The Assistant Director initiates the selection of A/E consultants, assists in the establishment of project design criteria and parameters, assists in the negotiation of A/E fees, evaluates payment requests by A/E consultants and contractors, and formulation of contracts and provides technical consultation on designs being developed by staff or consultants. The Assistant Director supervises project managers and inspectors, and accepts overall responsibility for work on capital outlay projects. |
Required Qualifications Considerable experience managing capital construction projects. Experience with administering phases of large budget projects, management and contract law. Experience providing designs and specifications for a variety of projects. Experience coordinating and managing projects with minimal supervision. Proficient knowledge of building codes and regulations. Experience supervising project managers, outside consultants and professional staff. |
Preferred Qualifications: AutoCAD software knowledge. Experience working in higher education. VCCO certification. Experience with CPSM. |
Special Instructions to Applicants
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Is this position Grant Funded: No
Is this position restricted: No
Is this position eligible for telework: No
Hours Per Week: 40
Months per Year: 12
Statement of Economic Interest Required: No
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Classification: Administrative & Professional Faculty
Normal Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8am to 5pm. Evenings or weekends as required.
Employee Classification: Professional - Lecturer
Department: Planning & Construction
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus
Department Contact Name: Jorge Coartney
Department Contact Phone: 540-831-7803
Department Contact Email: jcoartne@radford.edu
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices. |
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Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
Criminal Background Check Statement
Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.
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