Director of Capital Improvements

Summary
The Director of Capital Improvements is responsible for the overall administration of Capital Improvement Programs for Fulton County Schools (FCS). Specifically, the incumbent in this position is responsible for the program management (i.e., planning, development, budgeting) of the FCS Capital Improvement Program. The role requires construction knowledge, project management expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to direct teams from planning through to execution.

Starting Salary Range $106,038 – $127,984 (Step 1 – Step 11 depending upon verifiable experience)

Essential Duties
Formulates long term FCS Capital Improvement Plans and communicates to Senior Leadership
Monitors the Capital Improvement Program and communicates to Leadership through verbal and written reports ensuring that the Program is running according to plan and budget
Provides support through core steps of program management (e.g., report status, quality measures, training, defining rules of engagement, lessons learned, etc.) to achieve program objectives and continuous improvement
Assumes responsibility for the oversight of the SPLOST budgets
Monitors SPLOST schedules to ensure timely completion of milestones
Meets regularly with key personnel (i.e., project managers) to ensure that proper information flows through leadership, including establishing goals, objectives and long range plans
Assesses project team member contributions to provide input to management on performance
Advocates change adoption for Capital Improvement projects across the District Collaborates with the Project Managers on selection of architects/engineers/consultants and the implementation of contracts
Assists and supports Community Construction Advisory Committee (CCAC)
Develops and maintains relationships with local and state building authorities
Communicates and engages key departments (Safety and Security, Transportation, Facilities Services, Operational Planning, and Academics) regarding design and scheduling of future projects
Coordinates with architects and engineers pertaining to implementing of design standards and specs
Acts as FCS liaison with Georgia DOE, including Local Facility Plan and state funding applications and reimbursements; Prepares quarterly reports of DOE reimbursements
Prepares Local Facility Plan for GaDOE and Board approval
Prepares RFP for Program Manager
Submits monthly reports to Executive Director of Capital Programs pertaining to GaDOE capital outlay, Capital Plan’s prioritization schedule, forecasting cost/estimate schedule
Keeps pace with advances in construction in all areas of education and takes advantage of those to increase the Districts’ effectiveness
Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Building Construction, Project Management or a related field

Certification/Licensure
Registered Architect, Professional Engineer, Program Management Professional or education credentials preferred

Experience Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of experience working as an architect, engineer, contractor, construction project manager or program manager required, with a minimum of 3 years supervisory experience required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Must possess professional understanding of construction, design, project management and contract compliance in the K-12 environment
Working knowledge of the construction program management
Ability to manage the budgets for multiple construction projects
Must be able to successfully manage multiple tasks, projects and responsibilities
Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Working Conditions
Office and school environment, some construction project sites
Physical Demands
Must be able to climb ladders, walk catwalks, and access construction sites

Posting ID:  30701
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