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Inside Higher Ed · 1 month ago

Associate Director of Project Management & Off-Campus Housing

Easton, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

5+ years exp

Inside Higher Ed is seeking an Associate Director of Project Management & Off-Campus Housing for Lafayette College. This unique role combines leadership in campus capital project management with oversight of off-campus housing facilities, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget while maintaining safety and functionality standards for student experience.

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Responsibilities

Manage the planning, design, bidding, and construction phases of a diverse portfolio of minor capital projects, deferred maintenance projects, and facility renovations (typically ranging from $50,000 to $1,000,000 in scope)

Serve as the primary liaison between end-users (academic departments, student life, administration), Facilities Operations, and external architects, engineers, and contractors

Develop, track, and manage project budgets and schedules, ensuring strict adherence to approved plans and minimizing operational disruption

Conduct regular site inspections and punch list reviews to ensure construction quality meets design specifications, building codes, and institutional standards

Oversee the preparation of RFPs, contract documents, and manage contractor selection and performance

Manage sustainability capital improvement projects. Partner with the Office of Sustainability on initiatives to further the College's CAP 3.0 priorities

Obtain and maintain all necessary permits, licenses, etc. for the operation of facilities, including elevators, sprinkler systems, and fire systems

Serve as the primary Facilities contact and operational lead for all institutionally leased or managed off-campus and satellite housing properties

Coordinate all routine and emergency maintenance, repairs, and tenant turnover operations for the off-campus portfolio, utilizing both in-house staff and third-party vendors

Ensure that all facilities operations and maintenance activities related to leased properties comply with the terms and conditions of the respective lease agreements

Ensure all off-campus residential properties comply with all fire, life safety, environmental, and building codes, prioritizing the health and safety of student residents

Develop and execute a regular preventative maintenance and inspection schedule for off-campus units to proactively identify and address facility needs

Qualification

Budget ControlBuilding CodesProject ManagementFacilities ManagementConstruction MethodsPMP CertificationCommunication SkillsLeadership SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCritical Thinking

Required

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Facilities Management, or a related field

A minimum of five (5) years of experience in managing commercial or institutional construction and renovation projects, including budget and schedule control

Demonstrated technical knowledge of building systems, construction methods, engineering principles, and building codes

Strong organizational skills and excellent verbal and written communication abilities, with proven success in managing multiple complex projects simultaneously

Valid driver's license and ability to travel to various off-campus locations