Director Facilities, Planning & Construction

The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) is currently seeking a dynamic and skilled individual to assume the role of Director of Facilities Planning and Construction (FP&C). This position entails responsibility for the planning, budgeting, contract management, and construction of professionally designed buildings and facilities across the UAA campus as well as its extended community campuses, which include Kenai Peninsula College (along with Kachemak Bay Campus), Kodiak College, Matanuska-Susitna College, and Prince William Sound College.

UAA spans over 375 acres and comprises 99 buildings with a total of 3.6 million gross square feet of building space. The primary objective of FP&C is to ensure that new constructions, major renovations, and alterations are meticulously designed to align with the university's mission, and that physical developments meet the academic program requirements in support of all UAA campuses.

We provide excellent benefits and perks including:
· 12 paid holidays per year as well as paid time off,
· Tuition waivers for yourself and family members,
· Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Care coverage,
· An employee assistance program and a free wellness program with financial incentives for participation,
· State of Alaska PERS retirement plan,
· Regular training in best practices,
· Position is located in Anchorage, AK with some on campus work for collaboration meetings and site visits, with options for hybrid work arrangements.

The Director of Facilities Planning & Construction is responsible for overseeing the planning, design, construction, renovation, and maintenance of campus facilities on behalf of the University of Alaska Anchorage Facilities and Campus Services. This role ensures that all projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with relevant regulations and standards. The Director will lead a team of professionals and collaborate with various stakeholders to support the institution's strategic goals and enhance the campus environment.

Key Responsibilities:
 Provide leadership and supervision to the Facilities Planning & Construction team.
 Maintain fiscal control of department and capital funds.
 Develop and apply design standards, ensuring compliance with master plan and regent policy.
 Coordinate work activities with campus departments, contractors, and external agencies.
 Manage capital, deferred maintenance, and contracted maintenance programs.

Extensive knowledge of project programming, project scheduling, educational/research facilities design, engineering, or architectural principles, building and life safety, codes, regulations, and statutes, contract law, construction specifications, and technology. Thorough understanding of project administration and effective communication strategies to convey program needs, facilitate collaboration, and present briefings to diverse audiences, including senior administration and community members. Extensive knowledge of A/E contracting procedures for a public entity and the ability to critically analyze complex procurement and contracting systems.

Capable of implementing procurement authority in compliance with State Statutes, UA policy, and regulations while demonstrating creative and critical thinking to address challenges and optimize systems for efficiency. Proficient in engineering and architectural standards and practices, general and specific construction methods, and intercultural fluency to navigate diverse professional and community settings effectively. Demonstrated personal, professional, and community responsibility in coordinating staff, managing multimillion-dollar construction programs, and fostering strategic facilities planning. Leadership experience includes being accountable and responsible for managing professional and technical staff, participating in strategic and facilities planning, and delivering high-quality results while promoting collaboration within teams.

The UAA community has identified four “core competencies” the get to the heart of how we serve in support of our institutional mission

· Effective communication – The knowledge and skills necessary to engage in effective communication in diverse contexts and formats
· Creative and critical thinking – The knowledge and skill necessary for the critical exploration of issues, ideas, artifacts, and events in order to creatively design, evaluate, and implement a strategy to answer complex questions or achieve a desired goal
· Intercultural fluency – The knowledge and skills necessary to promote effective interaction in a variety of cultural contexts, particularly in terms of the diverse populations of Alaska
· Personal, professional, and community responsibility – The knowledge and skill necessary to promote personal flourishing, professional excellence, and community engagement

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in architecture, engineering, construction management or similar field is required. Advanced Degree and/or Professional Registration, or equivalent experience is also required.

Candidates must possess extensive progressive work experience in contract management, project management, financial management, and staff management. A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in private or public industry related to planning, architecture, project/construction management, and construction delivery is essential. Additionally, applicants should have at least five (5) years of
management experience, overseeing professional, technical, and administrative staff. The ability to effectively communicate program needs and present briefings to senior administration and community members is required.

A valid Alaska Driver's license and clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving criteira is required.

Preferred additional experience includes construction procurement within State or Federal systems and experience in an educational facilities environment.

Preferred Certifications: APPA Certified Education Facilities Professional; SCUP Planning Institute and /or Project Management Professional

Position Details:

This position is located on the UAA Main campus in Anchorage, and flexible on-site work arrangements may be considered in accordance with UA regulations. This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 84, based on education and experience.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. 

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☎️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact (Steffanie Miller), (Facilities & Campus Service) HR Coordinator, at (seshlema@alaska.edu) or (907-786-1112).

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

The University of Alaska (www.alaska.edu) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution.  The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination (www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination) against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.  The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.  

Access to the reports is available at:

UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu. 

UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu.