Building Manager II - Fort Lauderdale, United States - Nova Southeastern University

Description

About Us:
We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southeastern University

Nova Southeastern University (NSU) was founded in 1964, and is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation.

Nova Southeastern University offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans and much more.

NSU cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and is a tobacco-free university.

We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southeastern University.

NSU considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, political affiliation or belief, national origin, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Essential Job Functions: 1. Manages and oversees operations, maintenance, administration, and improvement of owned and leased properties.

• Plans for or coordinates office services, such as equipment or supply acquisition or organization, disposal of assets, relocation, parking, maintenance, landscaping, pest control, and/or security services.
• Monitors the facility to ensure that it remains safe, secure, and well-maintained.
• Acts as liaisons between tenants and owners.
• Monitors work orders to ensure quick and efficient resolution.
• Investigates complaints, disturbances and violations and resolves problems following management rules and regulations.
• Meets with appropriate constituents to discuss and resolve legal and environmental issues or disputes between neighbors.
• Plans, schedules, and coordinates general maintenance, major repairs, and remodeling or construction projects for properties.
• Inspects grounds, facilities, and equipment routinely to determine necessity of repairs or maintenance.
• Oversees and reviews bids from contractors for repairs, renovations and maintenance, and suggests alternative courses of action if appropriate.
• Meets with vendors to discuss management and service contracts, the financial and operational status of properties, and determine priorities.
• Informs contract employees about the facilities and equipment; verifies contractors' assessment of problems and recommends action; evaluates caliber of services and adherence to contract specifications.
• Prepares and administers contracts for provision of property services such as cleaning, maintenance, and security services.
• Monitors suppliers to ensure that they efficiently and effectively provide needed goods or services within budgetary limits and in accordance with contractual terms.
• Oversees construction and renovation projects to improve efficiency and to ensure that facilities meet environmental, health, and security standards, and comply with government regulations.
• Oversees the maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment, and electrical and mechanical systems.
• Oversees the purchasing of building and maintenance supplies, equipment, or furniture.
• Implements or oversees environmental management or sustainability programs addressing issues such as recycling, conservation, or waste management.
• Promotes and arranges for the leasing of available campus facilities to outside entities.
• Meets with prospective tenants to show properties, explain terms of occupancy, and provide information about local areas.
• Markets vacant space to prospective tenants through leasing agents, advertising, or other methods.
• Prepares rental or lease agreements, specifying charges and payment procedures for use of facilities.
• Coordinates a variety of special events; arranges for additional support services such as janitorial, security services, furniture and equipment, temporary alterations, electrical capability, and audiovisual equipment; attends functions to monitor activity and resolve problems; ensures that all property is returned and normal operating conditions are restored.
• Determines room assignments to ensure optimum use of buildings and equipment.
• Maintains scheduling and event calendars.
• Maintains contact with insurance carriers, fire and police departments, and other agencies to ensure protection and compliance with codes and regulations.
• Maintains records of rental or usage activity, special permits issued, maintenance and operating costs, or property availability.
• Maintains all licenses, permits, and certificates required by governmental and regulatory agencies.
• Prepares detailed budgets and financial reports for properties, including making expenditure projections, monitoring purchasing activity, and preparing reports relative to building operations

Marginal Job Functions:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (continued):

• Prepares and reviews operational reports and schedules to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Analyzes internal processes and recommends and implements procedural or policy changes to improve operations.
• Implements University or departmental policies, procedures, and service standards in conjunction with management.
• Completes special projects as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, &

Abilities:

Knowledge:

• Administration and Management - General knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, budgeting, human resources modeling, leadership technique, and/or coordination of people and resources.
• Customer and Personal Service - General knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
• Building and Construction - General knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of buildings and roads.
• Public Safety and Security - General knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
• Economics and Accounting - Working knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.

Skills:

• Judgment and Decision Making - Proficient skills in considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the appropriate one.
• Critical Thinking - Proficient skills in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Social Perceptiveness - Proficient skills in being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
• Active Listening - Proficient skills in giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Building Relationships - Proficient in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Negotiation - Proficient skills in bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
• Speaking - Proficient skills in talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Writing - Proficient skills in communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Abilities:

• Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Inductive Reasoning - The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
• Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

Physical Requirements:

• Near Vision - Must be able to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Speech Recognition - Must be able to identify and understand the speech of another person.
• Speech Clarity - Must be able to speak clearly so others can understand you.
• Travel - Must be able to travel on a daily and/or overnight basis.
• May be required to work nights or weekends.
• May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties

Job Requirements:

Required Certifications/Licensures:

Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree Major (if required):

Required Experience:
Three (3) or more years of related experience


Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor Degree in Property Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field Is this a safety sensitive position? Yes Background Screening Required? Yes Pre-Employment Conditions:

Sensitivity Disclaimer:

Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.