Director of Design and Construction

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.
UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. Staff members are encouraged to take an active role to engage in the institution's efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion throughout the workplace. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Typical office hours are Monday-Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Evening and weekend work may be required at times to meet the needs of the department and the institution.

The Director of Design and Construct is responsible for conducting facilities planning and directing capital construction activities at the university. The position leads and manages a multidisciplinary design and construction team.

This position is responsible for: (1) work with campus leadership as it relates to planning for new construction, renovations; (2) the development of proposals detailing new construction plans; (3) the modification or improvement of existing facilities; (4) the coordination of selection of designers and consultants to perform designs for construction, renovation, and repair projects; and (5) for serving as liaison and overseer of construction contractors to ensure adherence to design and construction requirements. Further, the incumbent will coordinate these projects with university units, the UNC System Office, the State Construction Office, the N.C. Department of Insurance, local and state approval agencies, and other offices.

The individual will be one of two Capital Project Coordinators. The incumbent will also be responsible for project cost estimating and budget control.

AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Interscope, Microsoft Office Suite, Sketchup

Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. ( EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.