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DIR, BUILDING RENEWAL & PROJ SUPPORT

Job Title: DIR, BUILDING RENEWAL & PROJ SUPPORT
Job Code: 1367
FLSA: E
Job Level: 17
Revised Date: 09/01/2022
Job Family: JF 28

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Occupational Summary

The Director of Building Renewal and Project Support is part of the Facilities Management Department (FMD) and will lead the development and coordinating the University's facility renewal program. The person will lead the team that is responsible for investigating and analyzing deficiencies in Duke's campus facilities and infrastructure, especially building systems at the end of their life, and developing an annual plan of recommended projects. This person will have responsibility of the team of project coordinators to assure that construction projects are being installed per Duke's requirements. This position will work with key stakeholders to facilitate facility renewal and report to the Executive Director of Building and Landscape Services.

Work Performed

Lead the development, management, and coordination of the facility renewal program and facilities assessment program; make prioritized recommendations as to the expenditure of budgeted renewal funds.

Develop a high performing team that sets and achieves renewal program goals and objectives in support of the University's mission.

Develop and maintain a long-term, multi-year plan for ongoing, strategic reinvestment in Duke's built environment. The end goal of the program is to support the university's academic mission, while also optimizing funds and demonstrating fiscal responsibility.

Develop and implement an in-depth inspection program of campus building systems such as electrical, plumbing, and heating and ventilation systems, building envelope systems, and architectural/structural components and document findings. Cross-reference inspection findings against existing facility renewal project lists and other documentation.

Oversee a centralized database of building renewal items and develop prioritized project lists from the database.

Analyze work order history via FMD's computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to identify possible maintenance/repair trends that may indicate areas of need.

Communicate with Duke stakeholders to better understand department- specific needs and requirements and how those needs may impact renewal projects.

Develop and manage various building inspection programs both by subject matter experts and Duke staff. Interpret findings and assimilate into the overall facility renewal plan. Ensure related documentation is up- to-date.

Manage Facilities coordinator team that acts liaisons between FMD and campus customers. Develop and implement new processes and procedures as required.

Support the implementation of new Department maintenance software solutions as required.

Work closely with Department shop managers and system owners to gain deeper understanding of system needs.

Work with consultants, contractors, and vendors to execute studies, develop plans and cost estimates.

Work with FMD's Office of Planning and Design and Office of Project Management to integrate the renewal plan into the overall campus capital plan.

Work closely with project managers on the implementation of campus renewal projects.

Develop reports, presentations, and dashboards related to the facility renewal program.

Assist with reviewing project plans and specifications to ensure alignment with FMD's facility renewal objectives.

Maintain liaison between members of the University community, contractors and other FMD departments to maintain awareness of cost and general progress of facility renewal program.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education/Training

BS degree in Engineering, Management, or equivalent degree applicable to facility management.

Experience

Work requires a minimum of 8 years related experience in facilities management of which 5 years in a leadership role. Demonstrated leadership experience in a large, complex organization. Strong customer service philosophy and ability to motivate staff in a changing environment.

Skills


The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.


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