Description Capital Projects is looking for an individual to oversee the operations and activities of the Capital Projects Department in the role of Director of Capital Projects. This position entails supervising the operations and activities of the County's Capital Projects Department to ensure the successful planning and implementation of the approved Capital Improvement Plan. This includes planning design, construction and closeout of large complex, and multi-year projects. The Capital Projects Director reports directly to the County Administrator, exercising significant independent judgement and initiative in directing the department's functions. This position requires strategic leadership, technical expertise, project management and understanding of contract management.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $134,576.00 to $176,280.00Pay Range $134,576.00 to $217,963.20OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY Duties and Responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities: The Director of Capital Projects will be responsible for leading the Capital Projects Department and directly supervising the Design and Construction Manager. Key duties include:
- Provide strategic leadership and guidance to the Capital Projects staff in executing Charleston County's Capital Projects Design & Construction, Capital Improvement Program.
- Contributes to the management and oversight of the Charleston County Capital Improvement Plan, which includes planning, design, and construction of new facilities.
- Provides design, engineering and construction support to the County during disaster recovery and emergency operations.
- Develops policies and procedures designed to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of departmental operations, project delivery, and address infrastructure, historical and facility needs within the County.
- Collaborate with relevant entities and stakeholders involved in the planning, design, and construction of new County facilities.
- Oversee the administration, management, review and approval of all design and construction contracts. Develops and incorporates specialized contract terms and conditions, with legal and procurement support, which address highly specific issues related to large and complex contract and programs.
- Provide briefings as requested to County Council, the County Administrator, Deputy County Administrator's, and staff on the status of design and/or construction projects and resource expenditures.
- Work together with county leadership to create extended capital improvement plans that are in line with the county's strategic plan and objectives.
Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management,or a related field . Over 10 years or more of experience in Construction Contract Management or as an outside Contractor, with progressively responsible management experience in Facilities Management and/or Capital Projects . A minimum of 3 years should be in a role within a government or public sector environment. A Master's Degree is preferred.
- Alternatively, candidates with over 10 years of experience in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Project Management may substitute formal education, provided they hold credentials such as PMP (Project Management Professional) from the Project Management Institute or CCM (Certified Construction Manager) from the CMAA.
- Must be a Registered Professional Engineer (PE) and/or have obtained an Architect's license (AIA).
- Must possess a valid driver's license indicating a clean DMV record .
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