Director of Building Systems Management

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Posted: 10-Feb-24

Location: Clinton, New York

Salary: Open

Categories:

Facilities//Maintenance/Trades
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 1391B844-750E-4B19-9E7E7ED7B6404F41

The Director of Building Systems Management is responsible for the operations, maintenance, repair, and renewal for all campus buildings and utilities in order to prepare Hamilton College students for lives of meaning, purpose, and active citizenship.  The Director will provide team-oriented leadership of associated technical trades and implement sound asset management strategies across the lifecycle of building systems to support budget development and capital renewal.  Additionally, the Director serves as a senior advisor to the AVP for Facilities and Planning and collaborates frequently with other members of the Facilities Management senior leadership team to accomplish the department's mission.

This is an exempt position with a pay range of $115,000 - $140,000.

Responsibilities:

• Develop short- and long-term plans for the operations, maintenance, repair, renovation, and renewal of campus buildings and utilities to enable the College's mission.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems enabling effective communications with technicians to facilitate sound judgement and decision making.
• Serve as a key contributor and coordinator of the College's commitment to leadership in sustainability and environmental stewardship through institutional processes and management of facilities as outlined in the Hamilton Climate Action Plan.
• Promote the professional development of assigned staff, most of whom are unionized; effectively oversee the full range of assigned activities and capably lead the Building Systems Management team in fulfilment of department objectives.
• Ensure a high standard of transparency in decision making.
• Create and foster a constructive working relationship with union employees; embody the core values of professionalism, accountability, compassion, and teamwork.
• Communicate College and department goals, priorities, and plans to assigned personnel that allows for open dialogue to review and adjust when necessary.
• Focus on continual improvement of College facilities to ensure plans are in place for addressing and completing deferred maintenance and for implementing a planned maintenance program that leverages CMMS for procedures and reporting.
• Develop and implement asset management plans for all College buildings and utility systems to drive the annual operating budget.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration within Facilities Management while serving as an advocate who supports high quality, innovative programs to attract, develop, motivate, and retain a diverse workforce.
• Represent Hamilton College in a professional, positive, and responsible manner on matters related to facilities operations with external agencies, professional organizations, and the public.
• Participate in professional development activities and events, including conferences, seminars, and membership in professional organizations.
• Stay current with local, state, and federal regulations and industry best practices regarding construction, fire safety, and worker safety to ensure compliance in all aspects of facilities operations.
• Provide technical oversight for critical infrastructure projects, providing necessary support to capital renewal initiatives, including planning, estimating, design review, and construction oversight.
• Ensure training programs are current, reflect the needs of the various shops and trades, are continuously updated, and provide relevant knowledge and skills.
• Understand and support the use of technology to enhance operations, improve the campus infrastructure, and reduce energy costs.
• Prepare written correspondence and presentations related to facilities management operations, fiscal needs, and any other topic relevant to constituents, including faculty, staff, students, trustees, external agencies, professional organizations, and the public.
• Manage College-wide communications regarding policies and status of building systems and any associated impacts to campus operations.
• Serve as a member of the Hamilton Emergency Response Team (HERT); develop and implement plans and procedures to support emergency operations including, but not limited to, flooding, electrical outages, water main breaks, and storm damage.
• Be readily available to respond to occasional calls outside of normal working hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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United States. Founded in 1793 as the Hamilton-Oneida Academy; chartered in 1812 as Hamilton College; third oldest college established in New York State. Our mission is to provide an educational experience that emphasizes academic excellence and the development of students as human beings, as we prepare them to make choices and accept the responsibilities of citizenship in a democratic world of intellect and diversity. Hamilton's 1,350-acre campus is situated on a hilltop overlooking the picturesque village of Clinton, N.Y. The College is eight miles southwest of Utica, 45 minutes east of Syracuse, one hour from the Adirondack Park to the northeast and 90 minutes west of Albany.
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