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Facilities Design

The Facilities Designer provides support for and participates in the planning, documentation and design processes for physical development at the University including site development, building planning and design of new and renovated facilities in all University locations; leads and/or participates in the development of in-house architectural and engineering designs for projects of varying scope; reviews architectural and engineering designs and construction documents prepared by outside consultants; assists in the formulation and enforcement of design standards, leads and/or participates in feasibility studies for future projects; performs construction administration duties; leads and/or assists in the preparation of graphic presentations; coordinates zoning, building permitting, and other issues of common interest with community representatives; works under the direct supervision of staff architects, engineers or others associated with facility management.

• Lead the development of discipline specific project designs; formulate design standards
• Participate in feasibility studies and site selection for projects
• Coordinate issues of zoning and common interest with neighboring communities and municipalities
• Perform system design specifications within field of expertise (lighting, roofing, elevator, hardware, plumbing, fire protection systems, etc.) under the supervision of a registered professional within that discipline
• Review outside designs within the field of expertise to evaluate conformance with University Design and Construction Standards
• Prepare, update, and modify various drawings and computer graphic displays from information provided or gathered; perform Computer Aided Design (CAD) in accordance with specified CAD standards in support of project design effort
• Implement current and new state and federal requirements relating to safety requirements, building and fire codes, rules, regulations and specifications, The Americans with Disabilities Act, and any other relevant state or federal agencies
• Perform life cycle cost comparisons and other cost-based analyses within the field of expertise
• Estimate costs for projects, develop project approval forms, write construction letters, specifications, purchase orders, and prepare documents for bidding packages
• Check job conditions for projects under construction or design to gather data and information related to project or design scope; obtain measurements and site data and check project progress
• May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management

Level:

– Advanced Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates proficient and comprehensive knowledge of defined skill areas/applications. Applies knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field to decision-making and problem–solving. Works under minimum supervision on varied and sometimes difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor or subject matter experts on unusual matters. May lead others or a team in completion of complex assignments. Interprets and communicates information clearly, accurately, and persuasively. Researches and tries new approaches when solving difficult or novel problems.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– Indirect supervisor or mentor for other full–time employees
– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers, volunteers, or a full–time employee

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices
– May monitor/track budgets and funding

Problem Solving:

– Encounters generally routine problems with progressively more complex and/or varied problems
– Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems
– May apply specialized knowledge and skills to resolve complex and/or varied problems, with supervisor oversight
– Researches and tries new approaches when solving problems

Independence of Action:

– Works with minimal supervision on more difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters
– Follows precedents and procedures
– May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines established by supervisor

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally and externally within working unit and the University
– May communicate with external audiences for business purposes
– Promotes open communication in a manner that builds relationships among team members
– Applies appropriate strategies for managing conflict; negotiate reasonable compromises; propose and evaluate possible solutions
– Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly, accurately and persuasively both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution

• Comp Grade – 8
• Minimum – $51,000.00
• MidPoint – $62,500.00
• Maximum – $74,000.00