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Executive Director | Association of Wall-Ceiling & Carpentry Industries of New York
Jericho, New York, Background: The Association of Wall-Ceiling and Carpentry Industries (WC&C or Association) is the principal organization advocating for the interests of contractors, suppliers, and manufacturers in the wall and ceiling industries. The Association provides support for contractors in a number of critical areas including legislative advocacy, insurance, and safety. Founded in 1953, the Association of Wall-Ceiling and Carpentry Industries has been highly regarded for providing valuable technical and product information, education and training, and the industry contacts essential to operating a successful business. The WC&C mission is to establish cooperative interests among members and to provide service to the building public. Membership offers collective bargaining power for key issues in the industry, networking opportunities, legislative advocacy, and professional development programs in addition to mediation and arbitration of jurisdictional disputes. The current Executive Director, who is highly regarded by all stakeholders, will be stepping down in the near future.
Position: The next Executive Director of WC&C will be responsible for the overall management of the organization, including the direction and oversight of full time staff. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director must be a dynamic leader and manager with the power and presence to advocate successfully and passionately on behalf of WC&C. This a critical, highly-visible position requiring a demonstrated ability to work closely with union councils, trade associations, benefit funds, regulatory agencies, and membership.
The Executive Director will be responsible for for the financial management of the Association and provide oversight for the annual budget in collaboration with the Budget Committee. The Executive Director will be responsible for overseeing annual events, as well as special events and educational seminars for contractor members, and will sit on all standing and ad hoc committees. They will assist Association members in disputes between the members and the Benefit Funds or disputes with the Union Council over payments or Collective Bargaining Agreement interpretation.
The Executive Director must be a leader and consensus builder who is able to promote cooperation, collaboration, and partnerships while advancing the core goals of the organization. The ideal candidate must be tactful in communicating with the individuals who benefit from the Association, top tier leadership of labor unions, and benefit partners. They must be able to work with all stakeholders in an honest, friendly, and respectful fashion that promotes cooperation and teamwork.
In addition, they will be solution-oriented, analytical, and possess sound judgment. They will serve as a role model to their staff—consistently demonstrating the highest standards of professionalism, diligence, and integrity in all aspects of work, including member and union leadership relations.
Responsibilities:
Provides general oversight of all of the WC&C activities; oversees the day-to-day operations; and assures a smoothly functioning, efficient organization.
Articulates WC&C’s values, mission, vision, and short- and long-term goals.
Formulates and recommends programs to further the Association’s service to participants; leads all annual and special events, training sessions, and educational seminars for contractor members.
Helps monitor and evaluate the WC&C’s effectiveness to meet the needs of the members; assists in resolving disputes between the members and Benefit funds or with the Union Council over payments or Collective Bargaining Agreement interpretation.
Respresents WC&C at all relevant Associations both locally and nationally (such as the BTEA, STA, AWCI, and FCA); is seated as a Trustee on all the benefit funds of the NYCCBF, NASCBF, Local 1974, Drywall Finishers Union, and District Council 9 of the IUPAT.
Keeps the Board fully informed of the activities of the Association and the important influencing factors; participates and presents critical information during Board and committee meetings.
Keeps informed of developments in benefit administration and labor relations, including changes in laws, rules and regulations affecting participants.
Assures a work environment that recruits, retains, and supports quality staff; specifies accountabilities for management personnel and evaluates performance regularly.
Oversees the fiscal activities of the organization including budgeting, reporting and audit.
Required competencies :
Knowledge of Labor Unions, Collective Bargaining, and Federal Labor Laws: The Executive Director must have demonstrated experience working directly for or with collective bargaining parties--employers and labor unions--and support the core values embedded in this relationship. Ideally, they will be familiar with all laws, rules, and regulations concerning unions and collective bargaining and be able to anticipate changes affecting benefits administration.
Leading strategic change: The Executive Director possesses the skills and implements the functions of a leader. They share the WC&C’s values, mission and vision. They consistently display integrity, model best practices and behavior, encourage professional growth, and build teams.
Motivating: The Executive Director manages continuity, change, and transition. This individual knows how to influence and enable others.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, finance, or related fields. Advanced degree preferred.
Deep knowledge of the construction industry; experience working with union members and union leadership.
Ten years or more of senior-level experience in management, including staff supervision and team leadership, finance, and negotiation.
Strong decision-making and organizational skills with the ability to optimize the use of all available resources and deliver on multiple priorities.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to interact with staff, at all levels of the organization, as well as members, outside professionals, and union leadership.
Detail oriented with strong analytical skills, including ability to interpret financial and operating information.
Impeccable ethical standards with a history of maintaining the highest levels of integrity and professionalism.
Willingness to travel regularly to attend meetings, conferences, and trainings.
The Association of Wall-Ceiling & Carpentry Industries of New York offers a competitive salary in the $250K range commensurate with experience and with a generous benefits package. All positions are filled without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, HIV/AIDS status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. All are encouraged to apply.
To learn more about the WC&C, please visit https://www.wcc-ny.com
To Apply: The Association of Wall-Ceiling & Carpentry Industries of New York has retained the services of Harris Rand Lusk to conduct this search. Inquiries, nominations and applications may be directed in confidence to: Jack Lusk, Managing Partner & CEO Harris Rand Lusk 260 Madison Avenue, 15 th Floor New York, NY 10016
Email applications to: groose@harrisrand.com
Please put “WC&C” in the subject line of your emailed application. The Association of Wall-Ceiling & Carpentry Industries of New York offers a competitive salary in the $250K range commensurate with experience and with a generous benefits package.
Executive Director | Association of Wall-Ceiling & Carpentry Industries of New York
Jericho, New York, Background: The Association of Wall-Ceiling and Carpentry Industries (WC&C or Association) is the principal organization advocating for the interests of contractors, suppliers, and manufacturers in the wall and ceiling industries. The Association provides support for contractors in a number of critical areas including legislative advocacy, insurance, and safety. Founded in 1953, the Association of Wall-Ceiling and Carpentry Industries has been highly regarded for providing valuable technical and product information, education and training, and the industry contacts essential to operating a successful business. The WC&C mission is to establish cooperative interests among members and to provide service to the building public. Membership offers collective bargaining power for key issues in the industry, networking opportunities, legislative advocacy, and professional development programs in addition to mediation and arbitration of jurisdictional disputes. The current Executive Director, who is highly regarded by all stakeholders, will be stepping down in the near future.
Position: The next Executive Director of WC&C will be responsible for the overall management of the organization, including the direction and oversight of full time staff. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director must be a dynamic leader and manager with the power and presence to advocate successfully and passionately on behalf of WC&C. This a critical, highly-visible position requiring a demonstrated ability to work closely with union councils, trade associations, benefit funds, regulatory agencies, and membership.
The Executive Director will be responsible for for the financial management of the Association and provide oversight for the annual budget in collaboration with the Budget Committee. The Executive Director will be responsible for overseeing annual events, as well as special events and educational seminars for contractor members, and will sit on all standing and ad hoc committees. They will assist Association members in disputes between the members and the Benefit Funds or disputes with the Union Council over payments or Collective Bargaining Agreement interpretation.
The Executive Director must be a leader and consensus builder who is able to promote cooperation, collaboration, and partnerships while advancing the core goals of the organization. The ideal candidate must be tactful in communicating with the individuals who benefit from the Association, top tier leadership of labor unions, and benefit partners. They must be able to work with all stakeholders in an honest, friendly, and respectful fashion that promotes cooperation and teamwork.
In addition, they will be solution-oriented, analytical, and possess sound judgment. They will serve as a role model to their staff—consistently demonstrating the highest standards of professionalism, diligence, and integrity in all aspects of work, including member and union leadership relations.
Responsibilities:
Provides general oversight of all of the WC&C activities; oversees the day-to-day operations; and assures a smoothly functioning, efficient organization.
Articulates WC&C’s values, mission, vision, and short- and long-term goals.
Formulates and recommends programs to further the Association’s service to participants; leads all annual and special events, training sessions, and educational seminars for contractor members.
Helps monitor and evaluate the WC&C’s effectiveness to meet the needs of the members; assists in resolving disputes between the members and Benefit funds or with the Union Council over payments or Collective Bargaining Agreement interpretation.
Respresents WC&C at all relevant Associations both locally and nationally (such as the BTEA, STA, AWCI, and FCA); is seated as a Trustee on all the benefit funds of the NYCCBF, NASCBF, Local 1974, Drywall Finishers Union, and District Council 9 of the IUPAT.
Keeps the Board fully informed of the activities of the Association and the important influencing factors; participates and presents critical information during Board and committee meetings.
Keeps informed of developments in benefit administration and labor relations, including changes in laws, rules and regulations affecting participants.
Assures a work environment that recruits, retains, and supports quality staff; specifies accountabilities for management personnel and evaluates performance regularly.
Oversees the fiscal activities of the organization including budgeting, reporting and audit.
Required competencies :
Knowledge of Labor Unions, Collective Bargaining, and Federal Labor Laws: The Executive Director must have demonstrated experience working directly for or with collective bargaining parties--employers and labor unions--and support the core values embedded in this relationship. Ideally, they will be familiar with all laws, rules, and regulations concerning unions and collective bargaining and be able to anticipate changes affecting benefits administration.
Leading strategic change: The Executive Director possesses the skills and implements the functions of a leader. They share the WC&C’s values, mission and vision. They consistently display integrity, model best practices and behavior, encourage professional growth, and build teams.
Motivating: The Executive Director manages continuity, change, and transition. This individual knows how to influence and enable others.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, finance, or related fields. Advanced degree preferred.
Deep knowledge of the construction industry; experience working with union members and union leadership.
Ten years or more of senior-level experience in management, including staff supervision and team leadership, finance, and negotiation.
Strong decision-making and organizational skills with the ability to optimize the use of all available resources and deliver on multiple priorities.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to interact with staff, at all levels of the organization, as well as members, outside professionals, and union leadership.
Detail oriented with strong analytical skills, including ability to interpret financial and operating information.
Impeccable ethical standards with a history of maintaining the highest levels of integrity and professionalism.
Willingness to travel regularly to attend meetings, conferences, and trainings.
The Association of Wall-Ceiling & Carpentry Industries of New York offers a competitive salary in the $250K range commensurate with experience and with a generous benefits package. All positions are filled without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, HIV/AIDS status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. All are encouraged to apply.
To learn more about the WC&C, please visit https://www.wcc-ny.com
To Apply: The Association of Wall-Ceiling & Carpentry Industries of New York has retained the services of Harris Rand Lusk to conduct this search. Inquiries, nominations and applications may be directed in confidence to: Jack Lusk, Managing Partner & CEO Harris Rand Lusk 260 Madison Avenue, 15 th Floor New York, NY 10016
Email applications to: groose@harrisrand.com
Please put “WC&C” in the subject line of your emailed application. The Association of Wall-Ceiling & Carpentry Industries of New York offers a competitive salary in the $250K range commensurate with experience and with a generous benefits package.
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Associate Director of Engineering Project Management (PROFL ENGR MGR 1) | University of California Davis
Davis, California, Associate Director of Engineering Project Management (PROFL ENGR MGR 1) Job Summary Job Summary * Under the general direction of the Director of Engineering Project Management (D-EPM), and in high level coordination with Executive Director of Engineering & Campus Engineer (ED-E/CE), the Associate Director of Project Management - Engineering (AD-EPM) is responsible for the supervision and successful performance of a group of project managers to deliver complex capital projects with a high degree of quality within approved budget and schedule parameters. The group is responsible for managing multiple projects with a total budget typically between $200 million and $400 million. Provide a high level of leadership and mentoring to their direct reports to ensure that the management of capital projects are conducted in accordance with all established policies and procedures both internal and external to Design & Construction Management (DCM). Responsible for the day-to-day management and leadership of specic capital improvement projects of the largest scale or highest complexity. The Associate Director of Project Management - Engineering has overall responsibility for the implementation of these projects from programming and design through project completion and warranty. Performs work with a high level of independence. * Recognized as an organization-wide expert. Has impact and influence on organizational policy and program development. Regularly leads projects of critical importance to the organization; these projects carry substantial consequences of success or failure. May direct programs with organization-wide impact that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources. * Serves as the technical expert in field of expertise. Advises senior management and consults with industry professionals in designing, planning and implementing complex, technical systems and / or customized construction features. Exercises independent judgment, and provides guidance to lower level Project Management Specialists. * Resolves issues / problems requiring specialized knowledge and is widely recognized and consulted by organization staff for their expert knowledge in a specific area of expertise, such as engineering, campus infrastructure system, or other key building components. Serves as technical expert and provides advice and guidance to all levels of management and provides expert technical advice and consultation at all levels in the area of technical expertise. * Responsible for the design, implementation and coordination of complex technical systems, programs, or other customized construction activities within the area of expertise including areas of emerging technology. * Promotes areas of emerging technology consistent with area of expertise through programs and other educational forums, and creates an appreciation for and sensitivity to programs, projects and systems that employ, expand and enhance engineering projects utilizing new technologies. * Establishes project milestones and schedules, prepares cost estimates, functional studies, construction plans and specifications and monitors for adherence to master plans, budgets and schedules. * Oversees, manages and supervises work of lower level professional positions. Apply By Date December 2, 2024 at 11:59pm Minimum Qualifications For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license, certification and/or educational degree if required of the position. License to practice engineering in the State of California. Bachelor's degree and / or equivalent experience / training in engineering. 12 years experience managing large engineering and infrastructure capital projects, including responsibility for the leadership of project teams and the development and management of project budgets and schedules. Expert project management and construction administration experience to prepare, monitor, and manage detailed project budgets, evaluate independent cost estimates, review and approve payment requests, monitor contractor operations for conformance to contract documents and applicable codes, review and negotiate contractor claims, oversee work of inspectors and testing agencies, actively assist contractor and design team in the resolution of technical and procedural problems, and prepare, monitor, and manage detailed project schedules. Written communication skills to prepare clear, concise, and professional reports and correspondence. Expert written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, including expert level political acumen and negotiation skills. Knowledge of architectural, engineering, and construction practices; familiarity with California and applicable building codes and regulations; and professional design experience to effectively direct and review the preparation of design and construction documents, review and approve contractor submittals, and to effectively resolve eld problems during construction. Knowledge of current project and construction costs and experience with industry standard cost estimating systems. Expert skill in building, maintaining and nurturing strong professional relationships to achieve short and long range program implementation goals as well as experience supervising personnel, recruitment, training, work assignment, setting expectations, evaluating performance, and initiating reward or corrective action as required. Expert knowledge in one or more complex, technical areas of construction, such as sustainability, mechanical engineering, landscape architecture, infrastructure or other specialty fields. Advanced knowledge of the organization, including its infrastructure, rules, regulations, policies and short and long range strategic plans. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree and / or equivalent experience / training in mechanical or electrical engineering. Experience managing engineering/infrastructure capital projects in a university campus environment. Experience with a wide range of infrastructure project types such as central heating and cooling plants, medium voltage electrical systems and substations, hot water and chilled water distribution, drinking water production facilities, wastewater treatment plants, domestic and fire water distribution, sanitary and storm collection. Knowledge and experience with the policies, procedures and practices specic to capital project administration for the University of California and the Davis campus. Demonstrated experience with public contracting code. Experience drafting modications to agreements in coordination with legal counsel. Key Responsibilities 70% - Senior Project Management 30% - Supervision and Leadership Department Overview This role requires the following: * Specific expertise with larger-scale capital programs. * AD will work collaboratively within a group of approximately 15-20 professionals. POSITION INFORMATION Salary or Pay Range: $107100 /yr. - $224100 /yr. - This position is subject to a departmental budgeted salary range of: $107,100/yr. - $165,600/yr. Salary Frequency: Monthly Salary Grade: Grade 26 UC Job Title: PROFL ENGR MGR 1 Number of Positions: 1 Appointment Type: Staff: Career Percentage of Time: 100 % - Fixed Shift Hours: M anager will advise Location: Davis, CA. Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM) Benefits Eligible: Yes Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is 100% on-site Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page . If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff Physical Demands Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Bending/Stooping - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Environmental Demands Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Loud noise levels - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Mental Demands Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Customer/Patient Contact - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Work Environment Construction sites, physical plant operations and office. Work occasional evenings and weekends as required to meet operational needs. Occasional travel. Employee is personally responsible for following and adhering to safety policies and procedures. Special Requirements This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s) Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community , our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected . The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20 For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don't meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere #CA-PS To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psc/ucdavis/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&JobOpeningId=74296&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=7&languageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-d1849e1887d6c3409642c57703801148
Program Manager, Commissioning | Princeton University
Princeton, New Jersey, Program Manager, Commissioning US-NJ-Princeton Job ID: 2024-19661 Type: Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Facilities Management and Physical Plant Overview The Program Manager, Commissioning creates planning and management oversight of Capital Projects in-house Tech Teams, consisting of Project Engineering and Building Commissioning processes and related survey, testing and systems turnover requirements, to prepare construction projects for final occupancy. Reporting to the Program Executive, Office of Capital Projects (OCP), manage the Quality Control/Quality Assurance responsibilities associated with Facilities Capital Project execution. Assume a leadership role in coordination of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) design interests for new construction and renovation projects, with emphasis on implementing University energy savings and sustainability standards. Serve in a leadership role on Facilities Committees aligned with university campus planning initiatives, such as the Sustainability Advocacy Committee (SAC). Contribute to project sustainability discussions, determining appropriate levels of green building components, energy design criteria and projections of campus utility optimization aligning with long term campus planning goals and associated Capital Projects. Further develop sustainability design initiatives and integrate them into office best practices such as within the DSM and across design and other technical reviews. Lead the OCP Quality Assurance role for projects by assessing Construction Manager and/or subcontractor compliance with specified quality control requirements, such as implementing the full range of MEP Pre Functional and Functional Commissioning tests. Expand the current OCP Commissioning Program to include architectural/civil trades and across appropriate projects otherwise assigned to consulting commissioning agents. Direct in-house Commissioning staff for all single-party commissioning assignments, and coordinate consulting commissioning teams on large projects. Expand development of current Quality Control standards documented in the Facilities Design Standards Manual (DSM). Work closely with OCP Architectural and Sustainability Project Engineers to maintain Facilities Department MEP design standards and update them on a regular basis. Oversee an expanded technical document review process to maximize the impact of the DSM across consulting project design teams. Function as the point of contact for these technical reviews conducted on design submissions among various Facilities offices including Operations, Building Services and Facilities Engineering. Manage Facilities interdepartmental relationships to ensure all MEP stakeholder comments and concerns are addressed on each technical review. In collaboration with Facilities Operations, oversee the building turnover process for review of project systems documentation, Commissioning Tests, Construction Issues logs, Punch lists, building automation system (BAS) trending and alarms, and other outstanding issues not resolved at the point of beneficial occupancy. Systems turnover would culminate with a Systems Turnover Meeting (STOM) to include Facilities Operations representatives, Special Facilities representatives, AE team members, the CM and Commissioning Agent (Cx) where applicable. Manage OCP internal capabilities to perform inspections required on capital projects including roofing inspection, waterproofing inspection, air, and water pre / post testing (for Passive House certification or otherwise), and pipe/structural welding inspections. Develop and manage internal capacity to perform LEED and other sustainability certification administration. Redevelop and manage internal resources required to maintain the existing Facilities Geographic Information System (GIS) layers associated with Civil, Site, and Landscape planning. Responsibilities Individual duties and responsibilities for this job include the following: Manage Staff assigned to survey, testing and Cx activities that advance each construction-phase project towards acceptance, occupancy and close out. Coordinate the design interests of several Facilities Offices into a central point of contact for new construction and renovation projects. This includes design critique, innovative thinking, and post-occupancy problem-solving. Explore alternative project funding sources (Major Maintenance, SAC, etc.) to supplement proposed capital improvement investment in a way that results in better evaluation of opportunity costs across the Capital Program. Maintain Facilities Department MEP design standards and update them on a regular basis to ensure competitive bidding is achieved while standards are properly integrated into contract documents. Review MEP Design/Bid packages to confirm proper coordination with the project design plans . Resolve technical design differences that emerge between various Facilities stakeholders. Aid the Project Manager in bringing closure to the comments generated regarding design details, mock-ups, and Commissioning requirements. Assist the Project Manager in determining the completeness of design submissions. Coordinate with OCP Construction Managers (PUCM) to ensure systems quality is maintained through the construction process, including review of Commissioning testing, change orders, ASIs, and revisions for technical compatibility with Facilities requirements. Qualifications Essential Qualifications: Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field, and a current registration as a Professional Engineer. The position requires a minimum of ten yearsâ™ experience in reviewing plans for major construction or renovation projects. At least five yearsâ™ experience must be associated with work on buildings similar to those found in an institutional environment, preferably as a member of a facilities-owner organization A minimum of five yearsâ™ experience required in leading a building commissioning effort, or in the role of commissioning agent on small and large projects, including preconstruction-phase commissioning services. Ability to interpret construction documents, an understanding of applicable construction codes, working knowledge of the principles of design, and overview of engineering system elements, including at the plant level, and a solid grasp of construction industry practices and procedures. A minimum of five yearsâ™ experience managing staff Preferred Qualifications: A graduate degree in management or similar field is preferred. Prior experience in higher education Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS PI254738291