Senior Director of Operations

2 days ago


Amherst, Massachusetts, United States University of Massachusetts Amherst Full time
Job Summary

The Senior Director of Operations for the College of Natural Sciences is responsible for overseeing the daily functions related to project management and facility operations for various facilities within the College.

This position requires strong communication and coordination skills to manage resources, expertise, and services efficiently and effectively to support a complex research, teaching, and outreach operation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provides planning, project management, leadership, and support for CNS Dean's Office priority projects and initiatives.
  • Coordinates work done by Physical Plant, Design & Construction Management, and outside contractors on behalf of CNS.
  • Prepares and submits recommendations for maintenance and facility operations.
  • Represents the interests of the College's customer base in addressing their operational needs.
  • Serves as primary CNS contact with Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S).
  • Provides day-to-day supervision of the college's operations, including direct supervision of 3-5 employees.
  • Maintains a working knowledge of architecture, engineering, and design principles, building systems, code regulations, and construction practices.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum of five (5) years of work experience coordinating building maintenance, new construction, or renovation projects.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Staff supervisory experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to independently set priorities, plan, organize, coordinate, and direct multiple, concurrent projects and complex tasks.
  • Project management expertise with a proven record of performance-driven results.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to effectively coordinate and comprehend the work of staff, consultants, contractors, and others connected with this work.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Construction Supervisor's License.
  • Experience in laboratory planning, design, and construction.
  • Experience in higher education environment.
Working Conditions

The ability to access any portion of a construction site/facility, including working at heights and in confined spaces.

Monday - Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. Ability to be called in after hours for job as well as weekends if needed.



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