Director, Engineering

Title: Director, Engineering

Employee Classification: Director, Engineering

Campus: University of North Texas

• System Administration

Division: SYS-Sys Facilities Plan & Constr

SubDivision-Department: SYS-Sys Fac Construction-Gen

Department: SYS-Sys Fac Construction-Gen-951000

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with Experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us

• Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The University of North Texas System Office of Strategic Infrastructure, Planning & Construction delivers outstanding, sustainable, and enduring construction projects that maximize value while supporting the mission of each campus.

Position Overview

The Director of Engineering serves as the program manager for infrastructure & building systems projects for the University of North Texas System and its component institutions. This owner's representative position leads all aspects of project management, driving success through team engagement, superior communication, and customer service.

The Director will also be responsible for the operations and maintenance of UNT System-owned properties. This position directly oversees the maintenance and operation of the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) infrastructure; custodial and security services; and maintenance and capital replacement program that maximizes the value of infrastructure investments. This position also serves as the liaison for partner agencies such as Downtown Dallas, Inc., Downtown Safety Directors Association, Downtown Safety Patrol, and neighboring facilities such as the Indigo Hotel, Dallas Morning News, Comerica Bank, and the Cambria Hotel. This position will also provide supplemental assistance to other UNT Component Institutions. Work is performed with a high degree of independent judgment and authority under the direction of the Vice Chancellor for Strategic Infrastructure. This position requires a broad-based knowledge of project management and maintenance of infrastructure and building systems, including energy management system interfaces.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in mechanical/electrical engineering or related field and 7 years professional experience in leading and supervising teams or any equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership, management, and organizational skills

• Ability to comprehend and evaluate contract documents pertaining to mechanical, electrical, and other building systems to assist in the evaluation of infrastructure & energy projects

• Practical experience in building systems

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing

• Demonstrated ability to establish strong working relationships

• Strong project management skills with knowledge of facility management principles

• Expertise in development and implementation of design and construction projects

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Acrobat

• Knowledge of different construction contract types, delivery methods, and their applicability in various settings.

• Experience working with Indefinite Delivery of Indefinite Quantity contracts for professional services

• Experience working with Job Order Contracts for construction services

• Working knowledge of civil engineering principles as they relate to site design and utilities.

• Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

• Knowledge of sustainability practices & energy management

• Owner's representative experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture

• Engineering experience related to planning, design, and construction

• Proficient in AutoCAD/Revit, Sketchup, or Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.)

• Proficient in Microsoft Project

• Experience working with project management software

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Licensed professional engineer or registered architect

Job Duties:

• Effectively considers short and long-term consequences of decisions and documents them well. Anticipates future possibilities and plans contingency to address them.

• Deals effectively with unplanned events and/or scarce resources. Anticipates and identifies issues before they escalate and resolves or communicates these issues to appropriate individuals.

• Coordinate multiple and sometimes competing or opposing needs, priorities, concerns, and requirements among multiple parties. Independently makes complex technical decisions within previously agreed upon goals and standards.

• Demonstrates effective facilitation and conflict resolution skills.

• Monitors the progress of projects and resolves problems with quality of materials, schedule changes, or change requests.

• Makes recommendations through analysis of alternatives and provides recommendation.

• Oversees work to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and high quality.

• Oversee preparation of project estimates/budgets, including resource needs and time to complete project elements. Operates within budget constraints and obtains approvals when required.

• Monitors projects to ensure costs, materials, schedules, and quality are consistent with approved design and construction documents.

• Comprehensive knowledge of building and utility systems.

• Knowledge of applicable codes, laws, regulations, rules, policies, and procedures.

• Keeps current on industry/professional practices, technical developments, certification, and licensure.

• Shares subject matter expertise appropriately with others.

• Adheres to and fosters high standards of ethical conduct, compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, and appropriate financial oversight and controls.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills. Competence in working as a member of a leadership team, demonstrating exceptional technical, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

• Benchmarks with other best in class institutions and/or industry leaders and helps institute best practices.

• Is a collaborative team player with University and Campus Staff & Facilities Leads.

• Develops & directs system-wide facilities condition assessments and asset management tracking systems, working closely with the facilities leadership to develop and deliver building renewal packages.

• Assists with creating a seamless environment around facilities management at each location.

• Oversee and coordinate all efforts pertaining to department assigned facilities maintenance responsibilities and service contracts.

• Provide leadership for onsite staff and management of all assigned facilities maintenance responsibilities to include communication. scheduling, & contract administration

• Be available for on-call responses for potential emergency - fire, weather, MEP & building related emergencies on a 24HR basis.

• Coordination with partner organizations or consultants

• Oversee programs for life safety, crisis management, and security and access control

• Lead all effort for tenant management efforts and facility supplies

• Oversee Deferred Maintenance Audits

• Assists in the development of staff and skills necessary to ensure best value to the institutions.

• Hires, trains, monitors, and conducts scheduled evaluations of employees supervised.

• Promotes a values-based culture within the UNT System and supporting UNT System programs.

Work Schedule:

Generally M-F between 8am to 5pm.

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.