Permit Program Manager

Permit Program Manager
Job Number
Full/Part Time
Schedule
Salary
31872762 Full Time 8AM - 5PM $78,700 - $145,100
Position Information

The Planning, Design & Construction department and the Office of the Campus Architect manages the programming, design, regulatory plan review and permitting, and construction of all new campus construction projects, and the remodeling and alterations of major and minor capital projects, as well as numerous facilities projects and smaller equipment installations, modular furniture construction and installation, and other small non-capital projects, with an active project load of over $1.1 billion. The Permit Program Manager assists in the mandated regulatory compliance for the design and construction efforts on campus. This position acts as the technical expert and is exclusively responsible for managing, monitoring, and maintaining Building and Safety’s software applications. The Permit Program Manager manages and oversees plan review and permit processing for all projects. This position provides guidance and training, to all campus departments and personnel, regarding the permit issuance process on all construction projects for both on and off-campus construction project sites. The Permit Program Manager independently makes necessary modifications to all processes related to project plans, specifications, and permit processes and documents.

The full salary range for the Permit Project Manager is $78,700- $145,100 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $111,504 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

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 university employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Education
Education Requirements
Degree
Requirement
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required
Licenses
License
Requirement
Valid Driver License Preferred
Certifications
Certification
Requirement
Certified ICC Permit Technician Preferred
Certified ICC Plans Examiner Preferred
Certified ICC Building Inspector Preferred
Conditions
Condition
Requirement
ICC Certification for Permit Technician obtained within 1 year of appointment start date. Preferred
Experience
Experience
Requirement
Experience in overseeing and leading a building permit program in a higher education setting. Preferred
Experience assisting building inspectors and/or providing technical assistance to Building Official, Plans Examiners and building inspectors in a building department in a higher education setting. Preferred
4 - 7 years of related experience. Required
Special Conditions
Special Condition
Requirement
Hired candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment start date. Required
Ability to operate University vehicles for business and operational needs. Required
Occasional travel for university related business meetings, conferences and/or professional development. Required
Minimum Requirements

Thorough project management skills, including skill to manage complex projects.
Thorough written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills including high level political acumen.
Thorough administration and maintenance knowledge and skills using permit and plan review software.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and procedures of record keeping, and report preparation.
Strong computer skills and knowledge of various computer software programs including, but not limited to MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook and Outlook calendar, Plan Review and Permit computer Programs and all other related construction project management software.
General knowledge of methods, practices and processes of commercial and residential construction.
Proven ability to manage contractors and maintain compliance to the agreed-upon scope of work and budget.
Thorough skills in problem recognition/avoidance/resolution.
Thorough knowledge of methods and techniques of technical research.
Thorough working knowledge of building and construction, design, construction contract administration and California Building Codes, including full understanding of industry practices.
Thorough organizational and analytical skills including skill to provide high quality control. Detail oriented to accurately proof contracts and other documents.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of University of California Capital Building Programs.

Basic cost accounting, review, and preparation of invoice type documents.

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

General knowledge of building-related codes, ordinances and standards enforced by the University, including International Code Council (ICC) building codes, electrical code (NFPA), plumbing and mechanical (IAPMO), fire code (ICC), UCOP FM, and UCR Campus Standards and all State of California Code Amendments.

Thorough knowledge of operations of the Planning, Design and Construction Department,

Thorough knowledge of the organization, including its infrastructure and short and long range strategic building plans.

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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