Assistant Director of Capital Construction/University Architect

This position serves as a senior member of the unit responsible for completing Capital Construction projects, as well as providing special inspection services to all ODU projects. Responsibilities include managing projects and providing recommendation and guidance to the staff of project managers and inspectors. Work includes technical support, maintenance of the University’s design standards, construction and procurement strategy, financial oversight and guidance for projects managed by the department as well as working closely with the Planning Department and Budget & Finance.

• Considerable knowledge of procurement practices and budgeting, especially as it relates to professional services and construction contracts
• Considerable knowledge of operations and maintenance of institutional buildings including infrastructure elements and building systems
• Considerable knowledge of architectural and engineering principles and techniques of engineering planning: of equipment and materials used in engineering operations
• of specialized subjects used in the fields of engineering, such as mathematics, statistics, mechanics, power, physics and of strength of materials
• Considerable knowledge of design criteria such as NEC, ASHRAE and other engineering standards and building codes
• Effective verbal and graphical communication skills with designers, engineers, contractors, and shop mechanics
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team to achieve a unified vision and associated goals
• Demonstrated ability to make, read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities
• manage contracts
• analyze problems and make sound decisions and offer recommendations to practical engineering problems
• and provide technical and policy support
• Demonstrated ability to proactively collaborate with stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to use computer and standard office software including Microsoft Office products
• Valid Virginia Drivers License
• A Registered Architect licensed in Virginia or licensed in another state and able to obtain Virginia licensure within 6 months of employment
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Architecture, or closely related discipline from an accredited school
• Considerable experience in design and construction of large, complex facilities with an average total cost of construction between $25M – $100M
• Considerable experience in operations, maintenance and/or construction of building mechanical/electrical systems and/or utility systems
• Considerable experience in the design, analysis, condition assessment, project engineering and facilities engineering in the field of mechanical building systems

• Working experience with energy savings projects and project management
• Registered Architect or Professional Engineer license applicable for practice in Virginia
• Considerable experience with CAD and project management software
• Working experience with Virginia DEB
• Working experience in Higher Education
• Some experience with stormwater and floodplain management requirements
• Certified PMP