Manager, Facilities Development and Management

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

Lone Star College-System Office, University Park

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Lone Star College-System Office employees are based at one of two System Office locations; The Woodlands and University Park. Both are the site for multiple administrative departments and system-wide training programs.

Location address is 20515 SH 249 (SH 249 and Louetta Road) Houston, Texas 77070-2607.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Manager, Facilities Development and Management, is responsible for managing the collection, organization, maintenance and retrieval of project related drawings and specifications. Will be responsible for establishing and maintaining LSC electronic database library and for establishing and managing the administrative and technical processes associated with the short and long-term planning activities system-wide. Using AutoCAD, or other BIM (Building Information Modeling) software, will analyze, develop and design preliminary ("test-fit") plans as necessary to explore feasibility of system projects, creating stacking diagrams and maintaining / establishing life safety plans, etc. Supports the facilities and construction organization by maintaining space allocation database / guidelines.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Evaluate, develop, and design preliminary plans (using AutoCAD) for feasibility studies of projects and life-safety plans etc. Establish and maintain space allocations, database and guidelines
2. Establishes, manages, and maintains LSC electronic drawing library and consults with Department Supervisors as needed; collates, categorizes and maintains detail project sets, including but limited to Record Drawings, Project Specifications, Technical Reports and Operations/Maintenance manuals
3. Establishes and manages CAD filing system, including but not limited to maps, site plans, and as-built documents building equipment data
4. In collaboration with the facility supervisor(s), analyze and provide space planning support as requested for the LSC space portfolio
5. Maintain plans and specification files for building, systems, and major equipment
6. Assist in the development, management and inventory of the building standards regarding space, furniture and key distribution
7. Manages furniture, fixture and equipment library including product samples and literature by working closely with product and industry representatives
8. Assists in the development and upkeep of facilities operations forms, protocols and resources
9. Manages the database for assignment of space usage and type date as defined by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) codes; coordinates with internal staff for small moves and office rearrangements as directed
10. Creates and maintains current and planned stacking diagrams for multi-story office buildings to support strategic space planning activities as directed
11. Responsible for assisting with departmental budget planning and oversight
12. Develop and maintain campus life safety maps, as required by EHLS and Emergency Management
13. Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent working knowledge and command of AutoCad products
• Knowledge of project management software such as ProCore, BlueBeam, ebuilder, etc.
• Knowledge of BIM software such as Revit, SketchUp, Autodesk, etc.
• Fluent PC computer skills with intimate knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and Visio
• Basic knowledge of architectural, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, roofing, structural and HVAC system
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• High level of customer service skills
• Attention to accuracy and detail
• Ability to coordinate daily operations
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Ability to read and understand contracts and contract related documents
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, standards and specifications

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; or recurring lifting of moderately heavy items, such as typewriters and record boxes. The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities, such as above average agility and dexterity.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

• Equipment used includes, AutoCad, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards
• May regularly travel to different LSC locations
• May be fully reassigned to other LSC locations, if necessary
• May need to work weekends and untraditional hours, if necessary

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• AutoCAD certification or equivalent AutoCAD experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Sustainable Facility Professional (SFP), Certified Educational Facilities Professional (CEFP), Facility Management Professional (FMP), Certified Facilities Manager (CFM), Project Management Professional (PMP), or Certificate of Management/Building Information Modeling (CM/BIM) certifications

Hiring salary range is $67,746 to $77,908.

Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.

Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience. The resume should include the following information for each position listed:

1. Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
2. If the position was full time or part time
3. If the position was paid or unpaid
4. Level of degree completed including date earned.
5. Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree

Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

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