DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES
Apply NowCompany: University of Washington
Location: Seattle, WA 98115
Description:
While this position is open until filled, the priority application date for consideration is March 5, 2025.
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.
The College of Engineering has an outstanding opportunity for a Director of Facilities to join their team.
Together with world-class partners, the University of Washington's College of Engineering is developing a new generation of innovators. A national leader in educating engineers, each year the College turns out new discoveries, inventions, and top-flight graduates, all contributing to the strength of our economy and the vitality of our community. As a College of Engineering employee, you can help create a real impact for our students, faculty, friends, and fellow staff while joining a community of innovators committed to building a culture where all members thrive, are valued, and feel a sense of belonging.
POSITION PURPOSE
The Director of Facilities, reporting to the Vice Dean of Engineering, is responsible for overseeing the planning, design, and construction of infrastructure projects, for the College of Engineering. This role provides strategic leadership and technical expertise in a collaborative environment, ensuring that the infrastructure team supports the College of Engineering's Strategic Plan. The Director will play a pivotal role in enabling transformative learning, teaching, research, and administrative experiences, all centered around Engineering Excellence for the Public Good.
POSITION COMPLEXITIES
The Director of Facilities is expected to represent the College on campus regarding all matters related to facilities development and utilization. This includes participation on committees, attending meetings with internal and external stakeholders, and being a primary liaison with University shops and groups. The Director will also oversee the College's Facilities Team, and direct and delegate work within that team as appropriate.
POSITION DIMENSIONS AND IMPACT TO THE UNIVERSITY
The College of Engineering has a large footprint of buildings on campus that include classroom spaces, administrative spaces, labs and other research space, and shared user facilities. This position is expected to support them and more new spaces that develop as the College grows to house more centers that help us partner with area industry As such, this position is pivotal in advancing the College's strategic plan around Engineering Excellence for the Public Good.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Facility Development & Utilization
Identify and direct facility improvements, development, space utilization, and recovery to support current and future College of Engineering facilities. This includes research centers, classroom and office buildings and/or spaces.
Promote and increase the College's shared user facilities; support existing shared user facilities including MolES, NanoES, MAF, and WNF.
Provide leadership and participate in College facilities activities, including strategy development and short- and long-range planning.
Oversee execution of approved biennial Major / Minor Capital projects in a timely and effective manner, including project management, construction, implementation of design.
Direct necessary data gathering and analysis.
Manage data regarding space inventory, including how College spaces are used.
Lead College response to space inventory inquiries and related management.
Maintain regular communication with College academic units and research centers.
Stay appraised of any needed improvements and/or space needs.
Communicate and prioritize unit and research centers facilities needs to College leadership.
Work with College units to identify facility issues, oversee program and facility needs, evaluate alternatives, develop scopes and schedules - following projects from start to completion.
Campus Partnerships & Safety Compliance
Ensure that College of Engineering facilities comply with UW Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) regulations, policies, and best practices to maintain a safe, sustainable, and health-conscious environment.
Represent the College of Engineering in all matters relating to health and safety both departmentally and campus wide.
Represent or delegate someone to represent the College on facility matters at meetings and on committees. Assist in presentations as appropriate.
Attend on behalf of the College meetings on design reviews, value engineering, construction coordination and inspections etc.
Act as primary liaison to UW Facilities including the Project Delivery Group, Campus Architecture and Planning, Engineering Services, Real Estate, Maintenance and Construction.
Communicate information regarding facilities, such as safety updates, building and renovation projects, and capital projects to impacted stakeholders and communities.
Facilities Strategic Planning
Oversee the College of Engineering's program renewal fund process, ensuring effective allocation and utilization of financial resources for facility improvements.
Support College leadership in major capital planning, budget development, and execution of capital projects.
Advocate for the College's research and educational mission while aligning with the UW's capital planning and infrastructure goals.
Identify institutional policies and/or practices that affect maintenance operations and ensure productive resolution of problems.
Facilities Team Supervision
Oversee the Dean's Office Facilities Team, which includes a Facilities Manager and a Facilities Program Operations Specialist.
Provide annual performance reviews, regular feedback, coaching, and professional development for direct reports and team.
Direct and delegate work to appropriate staff on the College's Facilities Team.
Create and manage a Facilities Community of Practice for the College that aims to connect and inform facilities staff across the College's units and centers.
This role is critical to shaping the future of the College of Engineering's research and educational environment, ensuring world-class infrastructure that supports innovation and academic excellence.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Construction Project Management, or related field.
Minimum of five years experience in facilities in positions of increasing complexity and responsibility.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Demonstrated experience in managing capital projects.
Demonstrated ability to read and understand construction drawings, schedules and budgets.
Demonstrated knowledge in safety - ability to recognize and address unsafe conditions.
Demonstrated experience working both independently and in collaborative team environments.
Ability to prioritize and complete complex assignments efficiently and on time.
Demonstrated excellent client service skills and ability to work with people of various levels of technical background.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Familiarity with the University of Washington's processes and procedures related to capital projects, safety and maintenance.
Experience with space allocation in a constrained environment.
Experience in education, government, or not-for-profit organizations.
Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your "My Jobs" page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.
The College of Engineering has an outstanding opportunity for a Director of Facilities to join their team.
Together with world-class partners, the University of Washington's College of Engineering is developing a new generation of innovators. A national leader in educating engineers, each year the College turns out new discoveries, inventions, and top-flight graduates, all contributing to the strength of our economy and the vitality of our community. As a College of Engineering employee, you can help create a real impact for our students, faculty, friends, and fellow staff while joining a community of innovators committed to building a culture where all members thrive, are valued, and feel a sense of belonging.
POSITION PURPOSE
The Director of Facilities, reporting to the Vice Dean of Engineering, is responsible for overseeing the planning, design, and construction of infrastructure projects, for the College of Engineering. This role provides strategic leadership and technical expertise in a collaborative environment, ensuring that the infrastructure team supports the College of Engineering's Strategic Plan. The Director will play a pivotal role in enabling transformative learning, teaching, research, and administrative experiences, all centered around Engineering Excellence for the Public Good.
POSITION COMPLEXITIES
The Director of Facilities is expected to represent the College on campus regarding all matters related to facilities development and utilization. This includes participation on committees, attending meetings with internal and external stakeholders, and being a primary liaison with University shops and groups. The Director will also oversee the College's Facilities Team, and direct and delegate work within that team as appropriate.
POSITION DIMENSIONS AND IMPACT TO THE UNIVERSITY
The College of Engineering has a large footprint of buildings on campus that include classroom spaces, administrative spaces, labs and other research space, and shared user facilities. This position is expected to support them and more new spaces that develop as the College grows to house more centers that help us partner with area industry As such, this position is pivotal in advancing the College's strategic plan around Engineering Excellence for the Public Good.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Facility Development & Utilization
Campus Partnerships & Safety Compliance
Facilities Strategic Planning
Facilities Team Supervision
This role is critical to shaping the future of the College of Engineering's research and educational environment, ensuring world-class infrastructure that supports innovation and academic excellence.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your "My Jobs" page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.