Assistant Director of College Facilities and Safety

1 week ago


Blacksburg, Virginia, United States Virginia Tech Full time

Job Summary

The Assistant Director of College Facilities and Safety will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, and safety of facilities within the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. This position has the exciting opportunity to support the college's mission of excellence in education, research, and outreach across the state.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee improvements to physical infrastructure, including state-of-the-art laboratories, teaching spaces, and agricultural research facilities.
  • Develop project scopes, estimate costs, and track expenses to keep projects on budget.
  • Ensure compliance with state and local safety, fire, building code, and construction regulations.
  • Perform safety evaluations, audits, or inspections.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships across the organization and with external constituents.
  • Travel to on-campus and off-campus facilities throughout Virginia.

Requirements

  • Master's degree in facilities management, engineering, building construction, or relevant field.
  • Significant applicable work experience in construction project management, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize assignments, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience working in a higher education, academic, or research environment.
  • Experience delivering safety training.
  • Experience creating and editing CAD drawings, GIS data, or other technical graphics software.
  • Working knowledge of OSHA standards and interpretations.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity.



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