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Job Description

The Associate Director of Planning & Design will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the planning & design staff in the department of Planning, Design & Construction, including but not limited to the Sr Architect, Director of Design Services, Engineers, Draftsmen, etc. This position will also be responsible for the solicitation, procurement and administration of project Architecture and Engineering (A/E) professional services contracts for Illinois State University (ISU) Facilities Planning, Design & Construction (FPDC) projects in support of the FPDC Project Managers. These service activities include A/E contract services, A/E project progress and quality control (reviews), A/E design and construction guideline and standard compliance, and FPDC design and construction guidelines and standard updates culled from project experience and reviews. This position is responsible for FPDC consultant procurement processes, A/E service delivery process improvements, design and construction guidelines and standards, and FPDC project document distribution, archives, and records management.

Additional Information
This position requires good analytical, organizational, A/E contract knowledge/experience, negotiation skills, design, planning and interpersonal skills. This position conducts in person, on-line video communications, telephone, and oral communications with all levels of the University community (FPDC clients, trades, etc.) and a wide spectrum of non-ISU entities including consultants and vendors (architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, suppliers, etc.). Required communications range from project Quality Based Selection (QBS) requests, requests for professional services proposals, requests for information, and negotiations related to planned project work or work in progress.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s or equivalent degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Interior Design or closely related field. Transcripts required – may be unofficial.
2. At least ten (10) years of full time (or part-time equivalent) experience in architecture, construction management, engineering or a related field, five (5) years of which should be in a supervisory role.
3. Understanding of Architecture and Engineering disciplines.
4. Understanding of professional design and construction contracts and project administration processes and documents.
5. Professional Design Service Contract Negotiation Experience.
6. Knowledge of all applicable Illinois building codes and all other applicable laws such as Americans with Disabilities Act.
7. Ability to work independently, exercise judgment, and make decisions.
8. Strong interpersonal, verbal, written, graphic, and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications
1. Minimum of five (5) years of responsible and successful experience in major planning and/or construction programs for a large public university or a comparable Corporate Enterprise
2. Knowledge of ISU Design and Construction Guidelines
3. Knowledge of ISU Design and Construction Standards
4. Knowledge and experience with BIM, MS Project and other graphic design and construction software programs
5. Ten (10) years’ work experience in planning design and/or construction related field.

Salary

$120,000-$140,000 annual

Links

ISU Jobs Website

Contact Information

University/Agency	Illinois State University
Department/College	Human Resources
Contact	Colette Homan
Phone Number	309-438-8311
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Comments	Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put "see resume" in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered. College or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline in order to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below. In order to be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation, such as a DD214, must be submitted prior to the application deadline. Transcripts and/or DD-214 paperwork may be faxed or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline: Fax: 309.438.0011, Attn: Colette Homan Address: Illinois State University Human Resources Campus Box 1300 Normal, IL 61790-1300 The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled. Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. If hired, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois driver’s license or a valid State of Illinois ID card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment. University Benefit Highlights: - Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life - Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options - Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents - Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks - Paid benefit time For more University Benefit information: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu