Office _ Chief of Capital Improvement; Superintendents Office

Chief of Capital Improvement (Superintendent's Office)

The DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced and professional Chief of Capital Improvement for the Superintendent's Office.

Salary Grade/Schedule
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Executive/DPC

The DeKalb County School District is an equal opportunity employer, and all hiring decisions are subject to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

• Provides executive leadership for all capital improvement and construction programs, including new school construction, major renovations, and modernization efforts.
• Oversees project planning and execution, ensuring design, permitting, bidding, construction, and closeout processes align with district goals and industry best practices.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable building codes, safety regulations, and local, state, and federal construction standards.
• Directs the development and implementation of short- and long-range capital improvement plans aligned with organizational priorities.
• Manages capital budgets and financial accountability, including forecasting, expenditure oversight, cost controls, and E-SPLOST funding compliance.
• Provides regular program updates to district leadership, the Board of Education, and the community regarding project status, timelines, and budget performance.
• Oversees vendor, contractor, and consultant performance, including adherence to procurement requirements, contract obligations, and quality standards.
• Leads and develops departmental staff, providing supervision, mentorship, and evaluation to ensure effective project management and professional growth.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders, including Facilities Maintenance, Transportation, Security, Technology, and Instruction, to ensure projects support district operational needs.
• Engages with community stakeholders and external agencies, serving as a liaison to address issues, share information, and ensure regulatory and municipal coordination.
• Identifies and mitigates risks related to construction activities, legal requirements, environmental concerns, and project timelines.
• Ensures proper management of records, documentation, policies, and procedures to support transparency, accountability, and audit readiness.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support the effective management of the district’s capital improvement program.

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field is preferred.
• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in construction management, capital planning, or facilities operations, including at least five (5) years in a senior leadership role.
• Demonstrated success in leading large-scale construction projects with budgets of at least $50 million, including responsibility for multi-million-dollar contracts and project delivery.
• Professional certification preferred:
  Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), Professional Engineer (PE), Registered Architect (RA), or Certified Construction Manager (CCM).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification strongly preferred.
• A Support Personnel License from GaPSC is required.
• Experience managing K–12 or comparable large-scale public-sector construction programs required.