Facilities Capital Projects Division Manager 

Posted October 31, 2024

The County of Marin seeks an experienced, motivated leader to manage the Facilities Capital Projects Division. This position oversees a major division within the Public Works Department with management responsibilities over facilities capital improvement planning, programming, and project delivery. The Facilities Capital Projects Division is comprised of 10 accomplished project managers, architects, and support staff that develop a wide variety of projects from the planning phase through design, permitting, and construction. The Facilities Capital Projects Division Manager must possess knowledge of vertical building project delivery processes from entitlements to commissioning with the ability to anticipate problems, implement solutions, and ensure the completion of projects on time and within budget. California municipal government experience is highly desired, as is working knowledge of building codes and the Public Contracting Code, including alternative project delivery methods.

Requires equivalent to a 4-year college degree and 5 years of increasingly responsible full-time experience performing planning, feasibility analysis, financing, and overall project management and/or engineering work on projects involving buildings and public facilities. At least 2 years of the required professional experience must have included functioning in a supervisory capacity. California Architect licensure, Civil Engineering licensure, or Project Management Professional Certifications are highly desirable, but not required. Experience with project management software and technology is essential for success in this role. Specific experience utilizing ClickUp, Asana, Monday, Microsoft Project or other similar programs is desired. 

The annual salary range for this position is $156,125 to $189,800, DOQ. Candidates who possess a California Civil Engineering license are eligible for a $10,000 signing bonus and an additional 2% license differential above base salary. The County of Marin offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, pension/retirement, deferred compensation, and flexible spending accounts. Retirement is offered through Marin County Employees’ Retirement Association (MCERA). 

TO APPLY: Submit a comprehensive resume and cover letter to apply@ralphandersen.com. Details should include size of staff, budget oversight, and specifics on project management responsibility with listing of capital project accomplishments. Confidential inquires directed to Project Director, Ms. Heather Renschler, at (916) 630-4900. Interested candidates may also schedule a preliminary discussion by sending an email to scheduling@ralphandersen.com. 

Vice Chancellor / Chief Facilities Executive

Posted September 12, 2024

The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) invites applications for the position of Vice Chancellor/Chief Facilities Executive. The Vice Chancellor/Chief Facilities Executive is the executive responsible for all aspects of the District’s Facilities Planning and Development Division including oversight of the capital construction program funded by bond measures and other sources, and technical direction of college facilities management activities.

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COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Monthly Salary: $23,297.75 - $28,861.83 monthly ($279,573.00 to $346,341.96 annually).

*Salary Information is based on a full-time, 12-month position

Health Benefits: District-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employee and dependents. A $50,000 life insurance policy is provided free of charge for each employee. A Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) with $1,500 contributed by LACCD annually.

Paid Time Off: 12 full-pay days and 88 half-pay days of illness leave per year, at least 16 paid holidays per year, and 24 vacation days per year.  Other paid time off options are also available.

Retirement: Employees become members of the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) pension. Employees are also covered by Social Security.

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TYPICAL DUTIES

Provides executive direction, vision, and leadership over strategic and long-range planning and ongoing operational activities of the District’s Facilities Planning and Development Division which includes:

Capital Construction and Improvement Projects: Planning and assessment, architectural design, EIR process and tracking, engineering and constructability reviews, cost estimating, construction management, DSA interface, procurement of furniture equipment, and technology, scheduling, and close out processing.

Sustainability/Utilities: Assessment of sustainability choices; collaboration on the District’s sustainability strategy; implementation of sustainability technologies and operations; and compliance with environmental regulations.

Real Estate and Assets Management: Selection, acquisition, lease, management, and disposition of real estate assets; space utilization analysis.

Ancillary Business and Support Services: Contract management and administration; procurement, process management; finance and audit; risk management; environmental health and safety including ADA compliance, and control and reporting systems.

Business and Community Relations: Facilities-related industry, governmental, and community outreach; media relations; and internal and external public relations.

College Facilities Management: Technical direction of college building maintenance and repair, alterations and improvements, landscape and grounds management, sustainability, energy management, space utilization, standards, and federal, state, and regulatory compliance.

Establishes, implements, and monitors short-range and long-range project goals, budgets, schedules, progress, and strategies.

Directs, oversees, and evaluates the performance of the program management team, college project managers, consultants, contractors, and department personnel.

Provides policy recommendations, technical assistance, and information to the Board of Trustees, executive management, and others on capital and facilities management program and project status and issues needing attention, evaluation, resolution, and decisions.

Integrates operations and drives collaboration among the program manager and college program managers, District operational units, consultants, and contractors.

Evaluates organizational structure, policies, and procedures and implements changes as needed; insures all elements of the operation are consistent with best practices.

Ensures all design and construction meets quality standards and expectations.

Monitors capital and operating budgets and insures compliance with all relevant policies and procedures.

Confers with the General Counsel and outside construction counsels on the resolution of claims, legal cases, and other disputes arising from the District’s facilities management and bond programs.

Ensures Division compliance with District policy and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations

Represents the District in meetings, hearings, and conferences with contractors; representatives from public agencies, regulatory agencies, legislative bodies, business organizations and community groups; and the public.

Performs related duties as assigned.

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VACANCIES

A vacancy currently exists at the Educational Services Center (District Office), 770 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90017. The hiring list established by this examination will also be used to fill future vacancies as they occur during the life of the list.

Our Colleges include: Los Angeles City College; East Los Angeles College; Los Angeles Harbor College; Los Angeles Mission College; Los Angeles Pierce College; Los Angeles Southwest College; Los Angeles Trade-Technical College; Los Angeles Valley College; West Los Angeles College

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience:

A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university preferably with a major in engineering, architecture, facilities management, construction management, or related field. An advanced degree in one of the aforementioned fields is highly desirable.

One or more of the following certifications is highly desirable:

A valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer by the California State Board of Registration of Civil and Professional Engineers, or

A valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI), or

A valid Certification of Project Management Professionals (PMPs) or Program Management Professionals (PMPs) by the Project Management Institute, or

A valid Certificate of Registration as a licensed architect by the California State Board of Architectural Examiners

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Ten years of recent, full-time, paid experience in a senior management position with responsibilities for directing the strategic, technical, and administrative functions of multiple capital construction projects of $100 million or more. Related experience with a public educational institution is highly desirable.

Special:

Travel to locations within and outside the District is required.

Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license must be obtained within 10 days of establishing residency in the State of California

TO APPLY:  https://www.jobapscloud.com/LACCD/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=24&R2=1002&R3=001