of Mississippi in the areas of Teaching, Research, and Service. The position of Director of Facilities Planning reports to the Vice Chancellor of Administration and Finance. The incumbent works with various members of the University Leadership team to: : Coordinate and plan the Oxford Campus of the University : Coordinate the design of University facilities with outside design professionals to ensure buildings are compatible with the architectural context of the Oxford campus and are designed and built within the available funds while respecting stringent UM standards.
: Have the ability to communicate with a broad range of users to ensure programming of facilities meets the goals of
the administration, faculty, students, and staff : Work as UM leader in building design critique sessions : Use professional experience to champion energy efficiency in all aspects of life on the Oxford campus.
: Encourage design efficiency and sustainability as a primary goal of all projects. This includes buildings (from inception to completion and through useful life), utilities, transport, and landscaping. : Encourage use of measured efficiency design and construction programs such as LEED. : Manage the Director of the Office Of Sustainability and supports the Office's function. Tasks include but are not limited to: : Understand and implement state RFQ protocols for submissions of
interest from architects, engineers, other design professionals : Understand and implement state RFQ protocols for submissions from Owner's Representative firms and/or Construction Management firms for medium and large capital projects : Day: to: day approval and signing documents relating to design and construction projects.
These include applications for payment for services, construction pay requests, change orders : Close understanding of capital buildings schedule, budgets, and overall progress : Coordinate facility planning design and construction for the department of athletics. Coordinate this work with the VCAF : Coordinate contracts with UM's legal office : Coordinate state funding strategies with VCAF and Chancellor : Conflict resolution (as required) : Conduct campus tours to visiting groups and institutions : Initiate UM Utilities Master Plan to be read in conjunction with Architectural MP : Author Greek Architectural Guidelines for the design and construction of Greek buildings on the Oxford campus : Coordinating (and running) special projects Position Description Continued Internal University administration: : Perform evaluations of the performance of the department : Perform evaluation of personnel in Facilities Planning : Coordinate hiring of Facilities Planning staff Representing the University: : Present UM Master Plan and facilities aspirations to parent groups : Make Master Plan presentations; eg: Rotary, UM Foundation, City of Oxford, M: Club, Strategic Planning Council : Represent University of Mississippi at a national level + Canada through the Association of University Architects.
(Currently Vice President) : Work with government agencies such as IHL; DFA; MDAH; City of Oxford; State Fire Marshal; annual presentation and tour to legislative visitors Serves on University Committees: : Strategic Planning Council : Standing Committee on Accessibility : Buildings, Grounds, and Renovations Standing Committee (Chair) : Fraternity and Sorority Facilities Committee : Outdoor Art, Sculpture, and Commemoration Committee Minimum Qualifications Educa
University of Mississippi in the areas of Teaching, Research, and Service. The position of Director of Facilities Planning reports to the Vice Chancellor of Administration and Finance. The incumbent works with various members of the University Leadership team to: Coordinate and plan the Oxford Campus of the University Coordinate the design of University facilities with outside design professionals to ensure buildings are compatible with the architectural context of the Oxford campus and are designed and built within the available funds while respecting stringent UM standards.
Have the ability to communicate with a broad range of users to ensure programming of facilities meets the goals
of the administration, faculty, students, and staff Work as UM leader in building design critique sessions Use professional experience to champion energy efficiency in all aspects of life on the Oxford campus.
Encourage design efficiency and sustainability as a primary goal of all projects. This includes buildings (from inception to completion and through useful life), utilities, transport, and landscaping. Encourage use of measured efficiency design and construction programs such as LEED. Manage the Director of the Office Of Sustainability and supports the Office’s function. Tasks include but are not limited to: Understand and implement state RFQ protocols for submissions of interest
from architects, engineers, other design professionals Understand and implement state RFQ protocols for submissions from Owner’s Representative firms and/or Construction Management firms for medium and large capital projects Day-to-day approval and signing documents relating to design and construction projects.
These include applications for payment for services, construction pay requests, change orders Close understanding of capital buildings schedule, budgets, and overall progress Coordinate facility planning design and construction for the department of athletics. Coordinate this work with the VCAF Coordinate contracts with UM’s legal office Coordinate state funding strategies with VCAF and Chancellor Conflict resolution (as required) Conduct campus tours to visiting groups and institutions Initiate UM Utilities Master Plan to be read in conjunction with Architectural MP Author Greek Architectural Guidelines for the design and construction of Greek buildings on the Oxford campus Coordinating (and running) special projects Position Description Continued Internal University administration: Perform evaluations of the performance of the department Perform evaluation of personnel in Facilities Planning Coordinate hiring of Facilities Planning staff Representing the University: Present UM Master Plan and facilities aspirations to parent groups Make Master Plan presentations; eg: Rotary, UM Foundation, City of Oxford, M-Club, Strategic Planning Council Represent University of Mississippi at a national level + Canada through the Association of University Architects.
(Currently Vice President) Work with government agencies such as IHL; DFA; MDAH; City of Oxford; State Fire Marshal; annual presentation and tour to legislative visitors Serves on University Committees: Strategic Planning Council Standing Committee on Accessibility Buildings, Grounds, and Renovations Standing Committee (Chair) Fraternity & Sorority Facilities Committee Outdoor Art, Sculpture, and Commemoration Committee Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience required for this position: Architectural degree recognized by the National Architectural Accreditation Board (NAAB) Requires membership of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) A Masters’ Degree in Architecture or related field is desirable but not essential Required experience is 5 years’ post-registration with NCARB.
This time must be in the profession of architecture related to higher education facilities.
Substitution Statement: Related experience may be substituted for education, on a basis set forth and approved by the Department of Human Resources. Background Check Statement The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check. EEO Statement The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons.
The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, interaction, pregnancy, interactionual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information. Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
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