Job Description
Job Description
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
The Director, Project Development and Planning leads all aspects of Lone Star College (LSC) Property Services' project initiatives in consultation and collaboration with campus and LSC executive management teams. Responsible for direct management of Project Managers assigned to projects across seven different campuses and all locations in the Lone Star College System; this role develops guidelines and standards for appropriate oversight of the strategic planning, management, and execution of property and building renovations, remodels, retrofits and overall building upgrades. The Director must create, implement, and manage a transparent, mission-aligned operations program that gives the system's leadership and community visibility into active projects progress and future capital planning.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Develops and executes a strategic and tactical roadmap and capital improvement plan for Project Development and Planning, aligning departmental objectives with the system¿s overall goals, maximizing value, minimizing impact on operations and maintaining asset value
Serves as the ultimate SME regarding Project Development and Planning; keeping abreast of all current trends, requirements, regulations, and other impacts to operations
Directly leads and manages the Project Development and Planning team in all aspects, including effectively and efficiently assigning Property Services Projects; Coaches an environment of continuous improvement, ownership, and transparency
Develops, monitors and controls budgets and schedules for construction projects, including but not limited to developing order of magnitude and square foot cost estimates, generating multi-year projects of funding requirements, modeling the implications of various scenarios, appropriately allocating resources, and approving all applications for payments relating to construction projects
In coordination with Legal and Procurement, ensures the department operations are fully compliant with LSC's guidelines and policies and any state statutes, federal regulations, and all other applicable regulatory bodies; This includes interpreting the RFP procedure for consultants and participating in the vendor selection process
Works directly with the highest level of outside firms awarded contracts, ensuring the highest quality of work is completed on projects and that deadlines are met
Collaborates with and advises system leadership, including presidents and Chancellor's Cabinet, on all renovations, modifications and capital projects
Creates and manages the system's annual R&R and R&M project lists, prepares documentation for Board of Trustees approval, and ensures projects are completed as approved
Develops, implements and manages design and construction standards, quality control plans, work processes and procedures, and training and mentoring programs
Creates a variety of high-level reports, presentations, and other documentation for system leadership and the Board; advises Chief Property Officer on the progress of all construction projects
Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned to accomplish the objectives of LSC or as assigned by the Chief Property Officer
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Demonstrated ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously under tight schedules
Ability to communicate effectively across all levels, both internally and with external parties
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and supervisory skills
Proficiency with project management software, Microsoft Office, Procore and other relevant software for planning and tracking project progress
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 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, 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 both in an office environment and at facilities construction sites and renovation sites
Health and safety precautions and personal protective equipment are routine with this type of position
Regular travel to different Lone Star College locations; may involve full reassignment to other locations if needed
Must be available for evening, weekend, and off-hours work as required to meet project demands
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
· Bachelor's degree and at least 10 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
· Experience must include at least 5 years in a management level position
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
· Master's degree or licensure as a Professional Engineer or Architect
· Experience with Procore or other construction project management applications
· Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute