About Us
Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgias colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our universitys vibrant culture, career opportunities, and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are searching for talented people to join our mission. Come to KSU and find your passion.
Location
Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.
Job Summary
Responsible for the oversight of new and renovation design and construction projects through the leadership of project management personnel. The team is responsible for project scoping, budget development/management, and schedule to ensure the successful completion of capital and noncapital design and construction projects. Partners across the institution with a clear customer service focus of delivering projects that support the KSU students, faculty, and staff in achieving the KSU mission.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
1. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Planning, Design and Construction
2. Oversees and is responsible for the leadership of a professional team of design and construction project managers to ensure quality KSU projects are completed on time and on budget
3. Responsible for developing and implementing best industry practice processes and procedures to ensure best value for KSU and adherence to state and Board of Regents standards and requirements
4. Partners with the Directors of Campus Planning, the Assistant Director of Interior Design, and the Director of Environmental Health and Safety as well as all KSU stakeholders and partners to ensure a coordinated and facilitated project process for all
5. Responsible for partnering with Procurement and BOR Real Estate and Facilities to ensure compliance with Procurement requirements while identifying strategies for efficiency and cost-effectiveness
6. Identifies and champions strategic initiatives to support sustainable design and infrastructure for building and campus-wide initiatives
7. Supports project managers in the solutioning and identification of potential impacts
8. Trains project managers in best practice budget and schedule development and management
9. Oversees the Design and Construction department budget
10. Performs other related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Architecture, Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Interior Design, Construction Management or related field
Required Experience
Ten (10) years of related experience in design and construction
Five (5) years of experience in higher education
Familiarity with relevant building codes and standards
Extensive experience in construction project management
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in related field from an accredited institution of higher education
Experience in commercial and higher education settings
Experience with research laboratory construction
Professional Architectural, Engineering, or similar, license
Five (5) years of management experience
Proposed Salary
The budgeted salary range is $124,360 to $129,000. Offers are based on relevant experience.
Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES:
Ability to identify end user requirements, provide solutions, and deliver projects to meet user
needs.
Physical ability to conduct site walks
Comfortable with sitting for extended periods of time.
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines.
Ability to read and analyze design drawings, preferably using AutoCAD and/or Revit
KNOWLEDGE
Adeptness with Microsoft Project and project management software
Understanding of GA Board of Regents (BOR) capital project guidelines and procedures
Understanding of GA BOR/USG (University System of Georgia) and KSU procurement procedures
Industry knowledge of materials, manufacturers, vendors, etc
In-depth knowledge of applicable building codes and regulations
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management
and presentation skills.
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
Strong organizational skills
Strong financial management and budget development skills
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 202, eeo@kennesaw.edu , or by making a report here .
Other Information
This is a supervisory position.
This position has financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% – 24% of the time
This position does not require security clearance.
Background Check
- Standard Enhanced
- Education
- MVR
- 9 Panel Lab Drug
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.
https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf