SUMMARY

Director, Construction and Facilities, oversees and directs all Company construction projects, remodel/retrofit projects, sustainability projects and maintenance issues concerning current Company facilities. Major duties include direct management with Facility Maintenance Department, Contract Management, Construction Technicians and administrative personnel. Work with all commercial vendors involved in company acquisition and facilities management. Work with architects, general contractors and sub-contractors, analyzing blue prints and construction documents, ordering and accounting for equipment, fixtures and related items and working with required municipality zoning and building departments and contract management for property leases.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

• Establishes policies for and provides leadership of key offices and departments including facilities operations and maintenance, energy, custodial, infrastructure planning and construction management.
• Develops capital budget for the department, working closely with senior leadership.
• Represents GICF in high-level negotiations with state, city and county officials concerning state agency oversight, zoning, jurisdictional matters and construction issues.
• Manages and coordinates the development of processes designed to ensure that the facilities and needs of the organization and staff are integrated into the annual Strategic and Capital plans.
• Management and oversight of all active and proposed capital projects from conception to completion including the creation of project proposals and evaluations.
• Oversees the maintenance, operations, and housekeeping of all facilities, including grounds and utilities.
• Implements strategies for continuous improvement of infrastructure, systems, operations and energy conservation.
• Designs, establishes, and maintains staffing and an organizational structure to effectively accomplish the functions of the Facilities and Maintenance Operations Team, including recruitment, skills and safety training, and evaluations of departmental staff.
• Provides leadership and direction that emphasizes customer service, team member engagement and adherence to the Core Principles of Goodwill Industries of Central Florida.
• Manage, supervise, lead, train and assign work to department staff and oversee the daily workflow to accomplish the department objectives, vision and mission.
• Plan, schedule, allocate and prioritize the workload to meet efficient operating requirements of the department.
• Daily oversight of all projects, work order submission, scheduling of employees, and the mentoring and training of all members of the team.
• Oversee the timely completion of submitted work orders from all facilities served by the Facilities Department.
• Awareness and implementation of sustainability programs to increase energy efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Oversee/direct the scheduling and supervision of business partners and Goodwill construction activities in accordance with job and contracted work.
• Maintain a current working knowledge of all applicable building codes, OSHA job safety regulations and DA requirements.
• Assure accurate record keeping for the department, including safety logs, correspondence with jurisdictions having authority, Property Owners and management companies and construction documents.
• Recruit and actively communicate with business partners on GICF safety policies, quality standards and requisition procedures to assure a solid vendor base.
• Works with other departments leading emergency management and disaster preparedness for all facilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the VP of Real Estate and Construction.

QUALIFICATIONS / COMPETENCIES

The list below is representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability utilized while performing this job.

• Strong Team building skills
• Principles of budgeting, budget reporting, and financial management.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations as they relate to construction, Facilities, and safety.
• Equipment, materials, and supplies commonly utilized in the maintenance and repair of GICF facilities, offices, and equipment.
• Ability to analyze proper construction techniques.
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills to proactively mitigate delays, budget problems, and additional complications that may jeopardize a project.
• Ability to understand the manufacturers recommendations for use and application of their products.
• Ability to research, recommend and implement new sustainability opportunities in our new and existing facilities.
• Ability to effectively engage the cooperation of subordinates to achieve excellent results.
• Familiar with each general contractors or trade partners scope of work to assure that work has been completed properly and within GICF standards.
• 5 years of prior project management experience in commercial projects.
• Experience working with general contractors, sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and engineering drawings.

Education and/or Experience:

Degree in construction field preferred. High School education or equivalent is required. A minimum of ten (10) years of work and supervisory experience. Past supervisory experience in a construction environment and project oversight. Prefer working experience with people who have disabilities and/or previous Goodwill experience.

Math Ability:

Level 3: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Computer Skills:

Competency with Microsoft Office Suite and a basic understanding of Project Management platforms.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has supervisory responsibilities.

Purchasing Authority:

Purchasing Authority - Director/Controller