"Assistant Director of Facilities, Planning, & Construction /Physical Plant Supervisor"

Position Purpose

The Assistant Director of Facilities, Planning and Construction leads the planning, execution, and oversight of campus facilities projects, including new construction, renovations, maintenance, and grounds improvements. As the College’s primary project manager, this role directs all phases of project delivery—from concept development and permitting through design, bidding, construction, and closeout—ensuring alignment with institutional goals, fiscal responsibility, and regulatory compliance. The Assistant Director collaborates with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and campus stakeholders to deliver safe, sustainable, and high-performing projects. The role works closely with the Director of Facilities providing strategic leadership in facilities management best practices, including budgeting, procurement, energy efficiency, and adherence to building codes and standards.

Position Responsibilities

Exercise supervisory authority so that applicable labor agreements and plans are equitably administered and employees under the supervisor’s jurisdiction will effectively perform assigned job duties to achieve the annual objectives of the section.

Serve as the College’s primary project manager for new construction, renovations, and design projects from inception through completion, including permitting, planning, specifications, bidding, construction, and closeout. Collaborate and lead architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and campus stakeholders to manage all phases of project execution, ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations, maintain accurate documentation, and support safe, efficient, and strategically aligned facilities improvements.

Support the planning and development of the physical plant operations by establishing multiyear design and construction projects, capital renewal and replacement to meet the needs of the college academic and administrative operations.

Support budget development, procurement, and recordkeeping functions by preparing estimates, managing contracts and purchasing activities, maintaining departmental documentation, and overseeing inventory and vendor coordination in alignment with organizational policies, and planning/construction activities.

Salary Range

$35.38 – 51.28/hour (DOQ – Salary Placement will be done at time of hire.)

Minimum Qualifications

7 years of experience with construction project management, building design, or owner’s representation. A degree in a related field (Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management) may substitute for experience as follows: Associate’s degree = 6 months; Bachelor’s degree = 12 months; Master’s degree = 18 months 2 Years experience supervising staff or leading multiple trades sufficient to supervise in a public sector and union environment.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Experience in planning and directing major repairs, remodeling, and new construction; and directing the work of outside vendors and contractors.

Broad knowledge of building commercial construction and systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and energy management systems.

Ability to work with construction plans and blueprints sufficient to interpret, modify and follow them.

Fiscal Management and computer skills to effectively manage projects and budgets.

Excellent oral and written interpersonal skills in working with customers and staff in the coordination of projects and resolution of problems.

Preferred Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management and 10 years of experience with construction project management, owner’s representation, or building design.

Experience in a public sector, higher education facilities environment or similar complexity.

Licensure as engineer or architect

Knowledge of the Minnesota State Board Policies, Design Standards and project procurement procedures.

Knowledge of State of Minnesota building codes and SB2030 and B3 procedures.

Proficiency in AutoCAD, CMMS systems, or other facilities management software.

AutoCAD experience sufficient to review, update and create simple floor plans and sketches.

Knowledge of building and fire codes, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations, ADA, and safety practices and applications.

Strong budgeting and procurement experience related to facilities operations.

Experience with sustainability initiatives, energy conservation, and green building practices.

Other Requirements

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. This position requires successful completion of employment references and a driver’s license background check.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday – Friday 7:00am – 3:30pm

Telework (Yes/No)

No

Application Procedure

Internal Applicants - Please make sure your applications materials reflect how you appear in Workday.

All current Century College and Minnesota State employees will need to log into Workday to apply for the position via the Jobs Hub. The Jobs Hub can be found under the Menu, in the upper left-hand corner of Workday, under the Apps, and then Jobs Hub. Employees may also search for “Browse Jobs – Employees” in Workday via the search bar at the top to view open positions.

External Applicants - Please make sure to use your legal name on your application materials.

Applicants not currently employed by Minnesota State can access the career site to search and apply for jobs, and to check the status of applications. Those applying for a position will be prompted to create a profile in Workday. This does include other state of Minnesota employees who work for agencies other than Minnesota State.

Please upload the following documents to your application. Cover letter/letter of interest. Current resume.

You can upload the required application documents under the cover letter/resume section with a maximum total of 5 documents.

If you have more than that then they will need to combine documents to upload. Photographs do not download with the rest of your application documents, so please make sure all your documents are PDF or Word documents.

These documents should be word documents or PDF (no jpeg) and are required for your application to be considered complete so not attaching all the required documentation will not allow you to move forward in the process.

Candidates having issues with job applications (i.e., unable to apply) or needing accommodations can email: careers@minnstate.edu.

Inquiries about application status or general questions about the position should be directed to jobs@century.edu

For additional information about the application process, go to our Employment page on our main Century College site, https://www.century.edu/home/employment/, click on Current Employment Opportunities for more information.