Management and Professional

Assistant Director
Job Number
Full/Part Time
Schedule
Salary
30372635 Full Time 8AM - 5PM $87,300 - $163,300
Position Information

Planning, Design & Construction manages/coordinates the integrated long-term development of UCR's physical and built environment, including the planning, design, and construction of new major and minor capital projects, as well as deferred maintenance projects. This position is expected to provide direct support for all operations within PDC, including Campus Planning, Project Management, Fire Life Safety, and Building & Safety. The Assistant Director will help coordinate integration within the various PDC programs and support the AVC in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the unit, and to support seamless integration of project implementation, planning through delivery.

The salary range for Assistant Director is $87,300 - $163,300 annually. We base placement within these ranges on the individual's qualifications as they relate to this position.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is ten weeks after their first date of employment.

Education
Education Requirements
Degree
Requirement
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required
Specific education in architecture or engineering fields, or related discipline. Preferred
Licenses
License
Requirement
California Architectural License Preferred
California Engineering License Preferred
Valid Driver License Required
Experience
Experience
Requirement
6-10 years of significant experience in key areas of capital project planning through delivery through delivery, via a variety of project delivery options. Preferred
6 - 10 years of related experience. Required
Special Conditions
Special Condition
Requirement
Must successfully complete background check through the DOJ and FBI prior to appointment start date. Required
Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours) Required
Minimum Requirements

Advanced knowledge of building and construction, design, construction contract administration and California Building Codes, including advanced understanding of industry practices, or deep expertise in a highly specialized and critical discipline.
Advanced analytical, organizational and problem recognition/avoidance/resolution skills.
Advanced written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including highly effective negotiation skills and highly developed political acumen.
Advanced project management skills to effectively manage highly complex projects, or highly specialized and critical project component.
Advanced ability to manage contractors and maintain compliance to the agreed-upon scope of work and budget.
Excellent computer skills and knowledge of various computer software programs, including, but not limited to: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook, Adobe, and construction project management software.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced knowledge of the organization, including its infrastructure, rules, regulations, policies and short and long range strategic building plans.

Related experience and/or knowledge of U.C. Policy and Procedures related to facilities, planning, design, and construction.

Knowledge of project management processes for capital projects with an institute of higher education or similar environment.

Familiarity with design and construction contracts, contract law, public contracting code, and construction claims procedures.

Knowledge of Division of State Architect (DSA) and State Fire Marshal (SFM) code and policy requirements for higher education construction.

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
  


• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
  


• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
  


• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
  


• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
  


• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
  

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

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