Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

The Assistant Director of Capital Projects, reporting to the Director of Capital Projects, supports the implementation of capital projects across campuses and university interests; and assists project delivery by supporting efficient and effective processes to align all internal and external participants in the program, including coordination of the project managers and support resources. They collaborate with senior academic and administrative leadership to support Georgetown’s mission, cultivate and sustain cooperative working relationships throughout the institution. The Assistant Director supports the Director’s management of a technical unit delivering capital project services from initiation through turnover. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Provide direction to project managers who lead teams of consultant architects and engineers, construction managers, contractors, O&M personnel and contracting specialists.

Ensure all aspects of project management are effectively implemented and accomplished - such as project approvals from appropriate government agencies and community interest groups; adherence to established project budgets and schedules; schematic design reviews, onsite inspections to evaluate contractor performance, confirmations of satisfactory progression of work, and assurance that change order management validates scope of work, justification and pricing.

Monitor work of the unit and takes appropriate steps to ensure that activities meet requirements.

Work collegially across the university to ensure that design standards, project goals and the University mission are documented, reviewed and achieved.

Work Interactions & Fiscal Responsibility

Reporting directly to the Director of Capital Projects, the Assistant Director interacts with University faculty, students and staff, community interest groups, contractors, and subcontractors. For each project, they manage and work with a project team led by a project manager with 5 to 20 team members (stakeholders, design consultants, construction contractors, contracting specialists and O&M personnel and telecommunications personnel). As well, they interact with contractor personnel, including subcontractors, suppliers, manufacturers, transportation firms, and specialty consultants hired via prime contractors to support project outcomes.

At the direction of the  Director, the Assistant Director and technical staff manage 50-70 projects per year with combined project cost averaging $200M and average annual expenditures of $50M. Projects vary in complexity and scope across all university properties.

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering; Architecture or Landscape Architecture; Construction; Project Management; or Urban Planning

Five to seven years of progressive management of large planning, design, and construction projects; and / or five to seven years of progressive managerial experience in the planning, design, and construction fields

Must be computer literate in MS Office, the Google Workspace suite of projects, and fluent in project planning and scheduling software

A high level of interpersonal skills for daily interaction with faculty and staff, clients, GU managers, team members, and public agency officials

Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to prepare clear and concise reports, a variety of matrices, oral presentations and code analyses

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University.  Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range:

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

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EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.