Deputy Director of Design and Construction

Job Location: This position will be located at the Harry S Truman Building, Suite 730, 301 W High Street, Jefferson City, MO 65101.

Why you’ll love this position:

The Deputy Director of Design and Construction for the Office of Administration, Division of Facilities Management, Design and Construction (OA-FMDC) will oversee the management of the Design and Construction Section and provide support for all design and construction projects for the State of Missouri. The Design and Construction Section consists of the Project Design Unit, Project Management Unit, Construction Administration Unit, and the Construction Project Unit for the State, designing, building, and managing all construction-related aspects for the State of Missouri. OA-FMDC is currently managing approximately 825 projects valued over $1.6 billion.

This position has potential for long-term career growth! It is classified as a Senior Engineering/Architectural Project Manager (click to learn more).

This position is with the OA-FMDC supporting the Design and Construction Team. OA-FMDC is committed to strengthening the State’s investments while providing a safe and secure environment through innovative design solutions and excellent customer service.

FMDC Vision - Building for a Stronger Tomorrow (BFAST)

What you’ll do:

• Reports directly to the Director of FMDC and manages a team of approximately 80 team members.
• Provides leadership and management for the Project Management Unit, which develops and manages FMDC capital improvement (CI) projects. The Unit manages projects, as identified by FMDC, for state agencies including Department of Natural Resources, State Parks, Department of Corrections, Department of Mental Health, Missouri National Guard, Department of Elementary & Secondary Education, Missouri Veterans Commission, Department of Public Safety, Missouri State Highway Patrol, Department of Health and Senior Services, Office of Administration, Missouri Lottery, Department of Revenue, Department of Agriculture and other agencies as needed.
• Directs and manages the Construction Administration Unit, which oversees construction projects throughout the State. Responsibilities include oversight and approval of project assignments, review and approval of project pay applications and change orders, oversight of weekly project status meetings, and approval of budget change requests.
• Leads the Project Design Unit, which provides in-house design for projects, and develops space planning and interior design for all state-owned and leased facilities. This Unit also develops full architectural construction documentation and specifications for projects and oversees all design projects.
• Manages the State’s Construction Project Unit, which builds construction projects throughout the state, including office space remodels, systems furniture installations, and small construction projects for state-owned buildings and properties.
• Maintains positive working relationships with contractors, consultants, sub-consultants/contractors, legal teams, vendors, and other internal and external stakeholders while handling disputes, liquidated damages, contract negotiations, and legal matters.
• Coordinates and communicates with departments on status of projects.
• Reviews and assists with CI project development for all state agencies.
• Creates and submits weekly project updates to the FMDC Director.
• Provides information for the Director and OA’s communication department to respond to legislative and media inquiries.
• Communicates and synergizes with state municipalities on state projects that may affect their communities.
• Ensures Design and Construction team members receive the necessary resources to perform at the highest, safest level.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

• Four-year bachelor’s degree in a related area of construction management, architecture, engineering, or another related field. (Substitutions may be allowed.)
• Four years’ experience managing project development or related project management experience. (Substitutions may be allowed.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related area of business administration or other related fields.
• Four years of supervisory management experience or related experience.
• Knowledge and ability to operate project management software, identify and lead process improvements, implement design/construction projects, and modify systems for related application software.
• OSHA 10 and/or 30 certification.

*This position is physically demanding. Examples of job duties may include prolonged periods of walking/standing/sitting/bending/driving, climbing ladders, ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds, working in inclement weather and working on uneven or elevated surfaces. This list is not all inclusive, but a general representation of duties that may be encountered in this position, however other duties may be assigned contingent upon business needs. Please note, this position is considered a “Category 0” under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), meaning the incumbent will not normally receive overtime compensation except in unusual circumstances as determined by appointing authorities.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Successful background check results are required for employment in this position. This may include background checks involving a candidate's name and/or fingerprints and other screenings as needed for the specific position.

More reasons to love this position:

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

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