ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF CAPITAL PLANNING
Essex County College - Newark, NJ
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Position DetailsClassification Information UnitJob StatusFLSAPosition Information Position Title ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF CAPITAL PLANNING Reports ToFaculty Discipline N/A - Not Applicable Faculty is eligible for Tenure Track?Funding Source Functions and Responsibilities Job Summary Under the supervision of the Director of Facilities Management or designee, the Associate Director of Capital Planning will oversee the planning, design, and execution of capital construction projects, and ensure that projects adhere to approved design, construction standards, budget, and schedule while collaborating with stakeholders and managing project teams. Please Note: Essex County College does not provide visa sponsorship of any kind. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.This position offers a competitive starting salary of $50,000 - $90,000, along with a comprehensive college benefits package.Benefits include:Health, dental, and vision coveragePaid vacation, sick leave, and holidaysPension and retirement plansTuition waiver programsOpportunities for professional growthBe part of a collaborative and mission-driven college community.Supervisory Role Oral and written instructions are received from the Director of Facilities Management or designee. The Associate Director of Capital Planning may supervise professional staff, support staff, and student workers. Duties & Responsibilities 1. Plan, coordinate, and manage all phases of capital projects, including renovation, new construction, and infrastructure improvements. 2. Engage and manage outside architectural, engineering, and consulting services. 3. Conduct internal design review meetings to ensure alignment with campus architectural, material, furniture, and accessibility standards. 4. Track and manage projects for required approvals, compliance, and timely completion.5. Evaluate project costs, budgets, and change orders, ensuring adherence to fiscal policies.6. Monitor project schedules, milestones, and quality standards.7. Provide technical guidance and support to staff and stakeholders on construction, design, and code compliance issues.8. Development policies and procedures related to capital project planning, procurement, and execution.9. Maintain accurate project documentation, including contracts, reports, and records. 10. Foster effective communication and collaboration between internal departments, contractors, and external consultants. 11. Maintain strict confidentiality and security of staff and student records. 12. Prepare routine, special, and ancillary reports as required. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must bemet by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities andfunctions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:• Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.• Sit, stand and walk/move from place to place for required periods oftime.• Move between buildings.• Speak and hear, communicate using telephone and/or walkie talkie.• Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perceptionalong with the ability to focus vision.• Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar andvocabulary.• Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handleobjects and operate tools, including but not limited to, computers,keyboards, telephones, calculators, and controls.• Bend, twist, climb, push, pull, and lift.Additional RequirementsMinimum Qualifications Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities 1. Master's degree.2. Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously. 3. Willingness to work an extended, flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings, as required.4. Strong problem-solving, decision-making, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. 5. Ability to exercise critical human relations skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with college employees and external partners. 6. Commitment to working in a multicultural environment.Education Requirements Master's Degree Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver's license, etc.)Preferred Qualifications Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities 1. Master's degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.2. Five or more years of experience managing multiple construction projects.3. Demonstrated knowledge of project management, contract law, and building codes.4. Experience coordinating with architects, engineers, and contractors.5. Demonstrated computer proficiency, including project management software.6. Certification or licensing in appropriate fields of construction or project management.Education Requirements Master's Degree Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver's license, etc.)
Created: 2026-04-02