Description

Lubbock

Senior Associate Managing Director - Engineering & Construction

36593BR

Ops Div Construction

Position Description

Assists in managing a department that has institutional oversight responsibilities. Responsible for the development, coordination and administration of the department.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

PROJECT MANAGEMENT/DEVELOPMENT: Overall responsible for research projects within the department. Supervises project managers, engineers, and architects to ensure established projects are scheduled and completed within the established timeline, code specifications, and budget. Be informed of the status of all projects. Identify and work with subordinate staff to develop scope and estimates for customer-requested projects and various improvement projects.

PROJECT UPDATES: Develop/implement methods and procedures for monitoring projects such as preparation of expenditure reports, project research findings, progress reports, and staff conferences to inform management of the current status of each project.

SUPERVISE SUBORDINATES: Provide supervision and oversight of subordinate staff. Responsible for recruitment and evaluation of all project staff which includes project managers, engineers, and architects. Develop and implement policies, standards, and procedures for the engineering and technical work performed in the department, service, laboratory, or firm. Oversee strategic initiatives for the department and instruct subordinates on tracking and implementing the initiatives.

ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING REVIEW AND COMPLIANCE: Develop and review projects for compliance with campus departmental standards, building codes, state/federal regulatory requirements, environmental health and safety, design intent, and budget requirements. Provide technical expertise to other departments as needed to assist in maintenance, renovation, and new construction projects.

FACILITY AUDITS: Assist and guide subordinate staff in conducting facility audits and preparing written reports detailing findings with recommendations for building code and ADA Requirements.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field required plus seven years administrative or management experience. Additional education may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess a professional engineering license in the State of Texas or is a licensed architect in the State of Texas.
• 10 years of project management, administration, and technical/design employee management experience.
• Experience with management of Architects and/or Engineers (or other technical design staff) with direct responsibility for analysis/design/administration of projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with all levels of customers, staff, and vendors.
• Experience with Microsoft products and construction management software for tracking projects and schedules.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Minimum Hire Rate

8333.33

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

First line Managers

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.