Los Angeles Unified School District

Director of Facilities Management and Construction

Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in construction management or oversight, preferably in a school setting.
  • Strong knowledge of California regulations related to building and safety codes.
  • Familiarity with budget process and fiscal management within educational institutions.
  • Proficient understanding of energy management and sustainability practices.
  • Experience supervising and evaluating personnel in a facilities department.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and supervise district facilities and safety programs.
  • Coordinate and lead facility improvement projects including new construction and modernization.
  • Serve as the District's representative during construction meetings.
  • Assist in developing and monitoring project budgets throughout construction phases.
  • Manage change orders with construction managers, architects, and contractors.
  • Evaluate and supervise facilities department staff and project supervisors.

Benefits

  • Supportive work environment promoting excellence and innovation.
  • Opportunity to work with a diverse and engaged community.
  • Commitment to student well-being and lifelong learning initiatives.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Deputy Superintendent, Director of Facilities, Management and Construction shall plan, organize and supervise the district's facilities and safety programs and will serve as one of the district's safety officers for all projects that are funded fully or in part through bonds. This includes being responsible for supervising and coordinating all district facility improvement projects, including new construction and modernization projects. Serves as the District's Representative at construction meetings. Leads the design and planning of construction and modernization projects and is responsible for coordinating change orders with the construction manager, architect, and contractor. Assists in the development of project and construction budgets and monitoring of project and construction budgets as the project is undertaken. Responsible for supervising and evaluating the facilities department personnel and individual project supervisors.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of: Construction process, building trades, and maintenance of structural and mechanical building systems. Decorative landscape and athletic field maintenance. Building security systems, anti-intrusion, and theft prevention methods. Energy management and utilities conservation measures. California Administrative Codes, California Education Code, Building Health and Safety Code, CFRs relating to health, safety, hazardous materials, and handicapped access. Budget process and fiscal management. Organizational structure and design. Labor agreements, FLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act), and personnel management.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience and knowledge of construction management or oversight of a school bond.
• Graduation from High School or equivalent supplemented by college or commercial course in construction, material testing and drafting.

Requirements / Qualifications

  • Copy of Transcript
  • Letter of Introduction (Please direct letter to Mr. Rafael Plascencia, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources)
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (At least 3 current letters of recommendation. Internal candidates may submit 2 letters of recommendation.)
  • Resume


Comments and Other Information

At the Redondo Beach Unified School District, we promote and celebrate our students' academic, social, emotional, and physical well-being. We take pride in fostering lifelong learning by providing the highest level of educational programs at each of our award-winning schools. We're committed to hiring, supporting, and promoting excellence and innovation in teaching and learning, maintaining high expectations for all students and staff, and ensuring safety and security in modernized learning environments. With respect and empathy, we welcome our families and our wonderfully diverse community in partnering with us on this important journey. Selected applicants will be processed through DOJ, FBI, and NASDTEC. NASDTEC is a clearing house that checks credential status in all 50 states.

About Los Angeles Unified School District

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of over 550,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.
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