Director of Planning, Design & Construction
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Little Rock, AR - USA
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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education research and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
- Health: Medical Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
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The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual preference or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
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Bachelors degree plus eight (8) years of experience in design construction and project management required.
Registered Professional Engineer or Licensed Architect.
Certified Healthcare Construction (CHC) certification preferred.
Project Management Certification or experience preferred.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Familiar with technical and construction contractual issues.
Knowledge of health care organization and operations of a health care facility preferred.
Knowledge of regulatory standards such as AIA guidelines Department of Health Regulations and The Joint Commission and Life Safety Code preferred.
Exercises sound judgement andexhibitexcellent problem-solving skills.
Strong team management skills.
Creative thinking skills.
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Directs a team of project planners and project managers as well as contracting and procurement staff in all aspects of project planning design and construction management.
Works with consultants in translating UAMS-user requirementsinto proper design.
Development and management of construction project budgets and schedules to assure that all projects are designed and completed within budget and on time.
Monitors and provides guidance during general and detailed planning stages of remodel and expansion projects.
Serves as a liaison with architects and engineers who are hired to perform these projects.
Participates in developing or modifying the campus masterplan.
Ensures conformance to the master plan to avoid/minimize future costly changes or change orders.
Presents project concepts and progress to management staff and faculty.
Serves as a liaison between UAMS departments and outside contractors (to ensure that the impact of the contractors activities is minimized).
Ensures all projects meet state laws building codes and life safety requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned. Examplesinclude:developing contract documents overseeing technical and contractual issues with consultants and contractors and approving consultant and contractor invoices for payment.
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This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background drug testing and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
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UACCB is a two-year, accredited Arkansas community college with on-campus and online classes offering a variety of degrees and technical certificates.
