Manager, Facilities Planning

Manager, Facilities Planning

Under the general supervision of the Director, Facilities Planning, Construction, & Sustainability, the Manager, Facilities Planning, oversees the planning, development, and construction of new and existing physical facilities; coordinates and project manages new construction, remodeling, and renovation and professional staff as directed by contracts schedules and budgets. Work is generally diversified requiring judgment, analysis and decision-making according to established practices, procedures and building codes.

Ensures that compliance with state and federal regulations and engineering and construction codes are followed. Responsibilities include daily planning, budgets, design, direction, implementation and evaluation of department activities. Communication is continuous between the division, industry partners, specialized agencies, and governmental regulatory bodies.

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs.

We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose.

Compliance with all state, federal, and accreditation standards/requirements, as well as all MATC policies and procedures. Required

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, or closely related field and three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience as outlined in the description which includes three (3) years of staff supervision or one (1) year of staff supervision combined with an Emerging Leaders equivalency. Preferred

Education & Experience:

Master's degree in Construction, Architecture, or relevant field;
Prefer five (5) years of experience of progressively responsible work experience in higher education, including more than three (3) years of staff supervision. Preferred License/Certification:
Registered Architect with State of Wisconsin. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities include strong understanding of construction terms, scheduling and planning; knowledge of capital construction procedures, experience in program management, demonstrated leadership of construction projects; knowledge of building codes and municipal ordinances; knowledge of budgets; cost estimating; and projections; ability to overcome obstacles by fostering creativity and innovative ideas; ability to complete projects in a higher education setting;

ability to organize, prioritize and schedule work assignments; ability to work in a fast-paced environment; ability to communicate effectively through both oral and written means across all levels of employees and management including public speaking and presentation skills; ability to establish, collaborate and maintain effective work relationships with peers, students, teachers, staff, representatives of outside agencies, educational institutions, and the general public;

ability to convey an image of professionalism and dedication in work related activities; ability to work with culturally diverse student and employee populations; proficiency in the use of computers and software specific to position, including spreadsheets and Google Suite; ability to work successfully independently with minimal supervision and serve as a leader to others; ability to establish workflows, manage multiple projects across divisions and meet necessary deadlines.