Director of Building Maintenance & Project Delivery - 131053

Why work at BYU?

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the  university's mission : "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life ."

Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth - all situated within a beautiful and historic campus - make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work.

Director of Building Maintenance & Project Delivery

In Physical Facilities we maintain and keep the campus of Brigham Young University a beautiful place of inspired learning. We strive to ensure that all aspects of campus meet and exceed the expectations of those working on, attending, or visiting the University.  We value the mission of Brigham Young University "to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life". To this end, we seek to develop employees of faith, intellect, and character who have the skills and the desire to continue learning and to serve others throughout their lives. We strive to learn and achieve excellence in our leadership, as we maintain and build on campus to the highest professional quality. 

This position is responsible for managing and supervising the services provided by the following shops:
 

Carpenter Shop

Dining & MTC Maintenance

Electrical Shop

Flooring & Upholstery Shop

Keys, Locks & Access Control

Moving, Receiving & Office Furniture

Paint & Sign Shop

Plumbing & Mechanical Shop

Roofing, Glass & Exteriors

What you'll do in this position: 

• Direct, oversee and work alongside shop managers; ensure effective customer service, assist with budget formulation, ensure safety procedures are followed, participate in employee interviews and train shop managers in all duties and responsibilities.
• Ensure effective project delivery by serving as a liaison between the academic community and the BYU shops.
• Ensure projects are completed with minimal disruption to campus community.
• Review estimates, budgets and work order assignments.
• Ensure maintenance and proper visual image of campus facilities by working closely with CNA department. 
• Provide plan review and inspections on new campus buildings, and ensure shops are included in planning process and specifications are kept up-to-date.
• Respond to unscheduled daily events to support Physical Facilities and the campus community (constant on-call status for emergency events).
• Participate in University committees and other assignments as assigned.
• Other assignments as assigned by Managing Director.

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU 
• 10 years of experience in Architecture, Engineering, Construction or related fields
• Administrative, organizational and human relation skills.
• Computer software skills and aptitude.
• Extensive building product information and construction background.

Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree and strong construction and Physical Facilities management experience.
• Current Utah B100 or R100 General Contractors License, or able to obtain required license.
• Extensive knowledge of buildings, building components, building trades, and life cycles.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and supervisory skills.   

What we offer in return:

This position comes with fantastic benefits , including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Generous vacation and sick time, plus 13 paid holidays
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
• Access to athletic facilities
• Excellent medical/dental benefits
• Short/long term disability benefits
• Paid parental and maternity leave
• Wellness program
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

The starting salary could be higher if a candidate's years of experience and education is higher than typical. 

Employee Class: Administrative
Work Location: Provo Campus
Environment: Periodic exposure to unfavorable conditions. Need to be in variable temperatures or wet environments, etc.
Physical Exam Required: N
Physical Exam Details: N/A
Desired Start Date: As soon as possible
Job Close Date: 04/30/2024
Pay Level: 55
Approximate Starting Salary: $86,500 - $112,500
Documents Required at time of Application:
Required: Cover Letter, Letter of Recommendation 1, Resume
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!