Senior Director, Facilities Construction

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The Senior Director of Facilities Construction will lead the planning, execution, and oversight of capital and deferred maintenance construction projects across multiple Dallas College campuses. The Senior Director must be a professional leader with a demonstrated history of managing large-scale construction initiatives, coordinating with architects, engineers, and contractors, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in alignment with institutional goals. The Senior Director will ensure strict compliance with all applicable federal, state, and Dallas College Board of Trustees laws, regulations, policies, and procedures throughout the construction lifecycle.

• Knowledge of the purpose of community colleges and the vision of Dallas College.

• Proven track record managing large-scale construction projects, including planning, budgeting, execution, and closeout. Experience in higher education or public sector environments is valued.

• Extensive knowledge of electrical, HVAC, fire safety, plumbing, building envelope and building automation systems.

• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with design intent, building codes, and project requirements.

• Experience with procurement methods to include cooperative purchases, formal bids, RFPs and RFQs.

• Demonstrated experience in integrating energy management, sustainability practices, and recycling strategies into construction project specifications and execution.

• Demonstrated experience utilizing project management software to oversee the full construction project lifecycle and maintain accurate documentation for reference and reporting.

• Ability to administer construction project budgets and establish, monitor, and enforce fiscal accountability across all phases of capital development and infrastructure initiatives.

• Excellent time management, organizational and problem-solving skills, and the ability to respond appropriately to issues in a rapidly changing educational/economic environment.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, complex ideas, and information to a variety of stakeholders/constituents within the Dallas College community network.

• Proven ability to manage and coordinate internal staff, external consultants, and contractors to ensure effective collaboration, accountability, and successful delivery of construction projects.

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or related field is required.

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering is preferred.

  • Professional Engineer (PE) licensure or Master's degree is preferred.

• Ten (10) years of related experience, with eight (8) years upper-level supervisory experience.

• Demonstrated experience in facilities management planning and construction, fiscal management, resource allocation and personnel supervision.

• Official transcript will be required.

• Must have the ability to maintain the security and integrity of the critical infrastructure of Dallas College.

• Experience working with underserved and marginalized communities.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students from the full range of diverse populations.

• Demonstrated success working with diverse communities.

• Experience developing and implementing [programs, services, and/or courses] that are designed to meet the needs of the increasingly diverse college community.

Other Preferred Qualifications for Role (not mandatory, but advantageous)

• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

*** Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***

• Directs the successful execution of $25m+ annual project management and construction efforts to deliver quality Facility Improvement Plan projects.

• Ensure adherence to building codes, environmental regulations, safety standards, and Dallas College policies.

• Manage and approve project budgets and expenditures.

• Ensure compliance with Dallas College design and construction standards.

• Works with other Dallas College leaders to ensure the highest level of customer service.

• Provides safe and healthy buildings for Dallas College students, faculty, and staff.

• Competes required Dallas College Professional Development Hours per Academic Year.

  • All employees are required to complete a minimum of 19 hours.

  • People leaders are required an additional 16 hours of leadership development.

• Perform other duties not listed as assigned.

The following duties are required for People Leader roles specifically:

• Exercises full discretion and decision-making authority in the recruitment, selection, hiring, mentoring, coaching, development & termination of staff, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, budgetary constraints, and workforce planning strategies.

• Drive high performance by administering the performance management process timely, setting clear expectations, conducting performance evaluations, and implementing initiatives that enhance employee engagement, motivation, and retention.

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression,

veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

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