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The Director of Construction & Renovations is responsible for the coordination and management of Capital Projects for the Division of Student Affairs including overall monitoring of contract administration and the planning, design, bidding, construction, and close out phases of project performance. Acts as the Student Affairs client representative. This position has been designated as essential personnel during inclement/hazardous weather and other emergencies.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Work with Executive Leadership, Campus Partners, and other Housing Directors to accomplish the goals, objectives, policies and strategic plans established.
2. Monitor all key indicators of site performance on a weekly basis and take proactive corrective action as needed to achieve budgeted performance. Examples of key indicators and milestones include, but are not limited to: occupancy, open renewals, delinquency, work orders, preventative maintenance schedules, upcoming inspections, FPOCs/Tours/Closing ratios and volumes, etc.
3. Direct the day-to-day operations of the Construction and Renovation Directorate, including finance, budgeting, human resources, marketing, contract negotiation, legal and compliance.
4. Lead, develop and supervise employees
5. Carry out all company and site quality standards
6. Be punctual and prepared for meetings and assignments
7. Bring new ideas, processes, tools and management to make University of South Carolina Housing better – leverage your experience!

University employees are part of one of the state's most energizing and thriving workplaces and are home to South Carolina's top-ranked University Workplace by Forbes Magazine. The university invests in offering competitive benefits, personal and professional development, and in creating an academic setting that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. This position is full-time and includes a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation, 403(b) retirement with employer match, tuition assistance, and much more. Compensation is dependent upon experience and education.

Master's degree in engineering or engineering related field and 7 years related experience, or bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering related field and 9 years related experience.