What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director Construction, Trades and Special Projects position at University of South Carolina?
Posting Number
STA00034PO25
Job Family
Building and Grounds Maintenance
Job Function
Facilities Maintenance
USC Market Title
Maintenance Manager
Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132136
Job Level
M1 - Managerial
Business Title (Internal Title)
Assistant Director Construction, Trades and Special Projects
Campus
Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support
Department
SAAS Housing Facility Management
State Pay Band
6
Approved Starting Salary
$54,165
Advertised Salary Range
$54,165 - $65,000
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
40
Work Schedule
Standard working schedule: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Trades/Maintenance
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
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Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The Assistant Director of Construction, Trades, and Special Projects provides the senior leadership and supervision of the University Housing Facilities’ construction trades (carpentry, locksmith, and painting). They are essential to the construction trade’s project management. They are the resident expert on small-scale construction projects. They are critical to the cohesive construction trades work in University Housing Residence Halls.
Primary Responsibilities -
- Supervisor Position
- Planning, Coordinating, Developing/Monitoring/Reporting Budgets
- Oversight of our Internal Construction Trades
- Assist with developing annual and multi-year special project schedules and budgets
- Ensure work compliance
- Develop specifications in accordance with Construction Specifications Institute (CSI)
Additional Responsibilities -
- Designated as essential personnel during inclement/hazardous weather and other emergencies
- Ability to understand and apply University and Departmental policies and procedures
- Ability to communicate effectively
Perks:
- Some of the BEST benefits you can find!
- Work-Life-Balance: Full-time pay with a 40 hour work week
- Generous paid time off
- An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment
- You’ll enjoy the historic beauty of the University of South Carolina campus, surrounded by amenities, so you’ll love where you work!
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 5 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in an engineering, architectural or construction management discipline with a minimum of four years experience demonstrating successful management of construction projects or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience through knowledge of applicable architectural/engineering/construction theory and practice. Knowledge of state procurement processes and policies. Valid driver’s license required.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Ability to write and interpret complex technical plans and reports. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications. Ability to use AutoCAD.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Works with Housing staff, construction services, campus partners, architects, engineers and contractors to develop projects, documents and departmental standards.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Job Duty
Provides day-to-day supervision for the Carpentry and Paint supervisors. Responsibilities: ensures shop workloads are being properly managed to guarantee customer satisfaction, budget compliance, work management compliances and all Human Resource responsibilities are being met.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
30
Job Duty
Submits reports, meeting minutes, and correspondence pertaining to departmental projects. Maintains archived project files.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
5
Job Duty
Responds to emergency, weekend and/or hazardous weather plan call backs including being part of an on-call rotation. Other duties as assigned.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
5
Job Duty
Reviews, plans, schedules, specifications and product selections to assure compliance with codes, regulations and departmental need. Monitors and controls project budgets. Ensures all state and university hazardous materials policies and procedures are followed. Inspects work and products to ensure conformance with departmental standards. Works in the best interest of the department and the University to resolve disputes pertaining to construction and renovation. Provides overall supervision for our Construction trades (carpentry & painting).
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
30
Job Duty
Makes recommendations for purchase of materials and equipment used in projects. Working with various stakeholders develops critical path schedules for projects and estimated costs for project. Working with maintenance staff and other key players performs value analysis of products and services. Participates in value engineering exercises. Coordinates outages, restriction of building usage and escorts. Supervises on-site work crews.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
20
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
No
Hazardous weather category
Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
02/16/2025
Job Open Date
01/15/2025
Job Close Date
03/15/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by March 15, 2025.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
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Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/182248
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The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Salary : $54,165 - $65,000
