"Superintendent of Structural Operations"

Superintendent of Structural Operations

Job ID: 293740
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Structural Maintenance

Job Summary

Oversee all facets of daily structural operations for the University. Ensure completion of structural maintenance tasks and projects. Monitor activities and expenditures for compliance. Lead and manage Structural Operations teams. Ensure customer satisfaction with the delivery of structural operations including maintenance and repair. Oversee and manage Carpentry Shop, Paint Shop and Sign Shop.

Responsibilities

• Develops and revises policies pertaining to the provision of services
• Prepares annual report of department activities for the division head
• Control costs and expenditures across University units
• Establishes team and project priorities, schedules services, evaluates the effectiveness of services provided, and performs inspections on work in progress and upon completion
• Reviews department equipment needs, prepares reports on equipment status, and develops equipment requests for both replacement and new items
• Works with shop supervisors to determine and develop training needs and programs
• Manages human resources of the department by assessing manpower needs and capabilities, screening, interviewing, selecting, and hiring applicants
• Recommends and implements staff changes, promotions, and salary adjustments
• Completes annual performance evaluations
• Provides technical assistance to the campus community and other Facilities departments. Coordinates with Facilities Planning, Design, and Construction for contract repair and alteration services
• Ensures customer satisfaction with the delivery of operation, maintenance, and repair services

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Associate's Degree or 4 years of experience may substitute for education

Required Experience

• Seven (7) or more years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience

• Experience in higher education facilities

Proposed Salary

$60,617 - $77,306

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Ability to analyze while multi-tasking
• Ability to operate heavy equipment and other service vehicles
• Ability to read and comprehend construction plans, specifications, standards, and technical literature
• Manage projects to fit budget, deadline and timeline decisions
• Able to assess projects and communicate with multiple stakeholders on solutions
• Stay abreast of relevant State and Federal Regulations
• Perform measurement of mechanical devices and components
• Report preparation experience

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Adept at testing, modifying and re-testing
• Clear and adept at reporting project status to involved parties
• Demonstrated collaborative problem-solving, leadership, project management, and detail orientation skills

Apply Before Date

February 2, 2026

Application review may begin on January 9, 2026.